Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Announced July 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45
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Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S9200 and Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
YouTube trialing AI that fast-forwards to the best video segmentsThe Fujifilm S9200 was announced 3 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9200 matches up against the FZ40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9200 over the Panasonic FZ40
| Fujifilm S9200 | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2014 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 43 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Fujifilm S9200
| FZ40 | Fujifilm S9200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9200 and Panasonic FZ40
| Fujifilm S9200 | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9200 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S9200 and Panasonic FZ40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 vs the FZ40.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ40 is 61 and 68 respectively.
Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ40.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S9200 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9200 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S9200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S9200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
| Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 9.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670 grams (1.48 pounds) | 494 grams (1.09 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
| 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 | 500 pictures | - |
| Battery type | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $300 | $420 |
