Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced March 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Replaced the Panasonic LZ30
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Below is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm S8400W was introduced 9 months before the LZ40 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up vs the LZ40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Panasonic LZ40
| Fujifilm S8400W | LZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Fujifilm S8400W
| LZ40 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | March 2013 | More recent by 9 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic LZ40
| Fujifilm S8400W | LZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W has outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the LZ40.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and LZ40 is 61 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and LZ40.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8400W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2013-03-22 | 2014-01-06 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 10.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 524 gr (1.16 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 320 photos |
| Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $300 | $219 |