Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS40

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic ZS40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was unveiled 5 years before the ZS40 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the ZS40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z30 offers outer measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic ZS40 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the ZS40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS40.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS40 to result in more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.