Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Released January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS45
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On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm JX550 was brought out 24 months earlier than the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades versus the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Panasonic ZS40
| Fujifilm JX550 | ZS40 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Fujifilm JX550
| ZS40 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2014 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 24 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic ZS40
| Fujifilm JX550 | ZS40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 has external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the ZS40.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS40 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS40.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
| Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 6.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 240 gr (0.53 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 300 photos |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $450 |