Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2009
(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
- Announced January 2014
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS35
- New Model is Panasonic ZS45
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm Z33WP was introduced 5 years before the ZS40 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z33WP grades against the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Panasonic ZS40
Fujifilm Z33WP | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Fujifilm Z33WP
ZS40 | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | July 2009 | Newer by 55 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic ZS40
Fujifilm Z33WP | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP vs the ZS40.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z33WP and ZS40.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to give extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 lbs) | 240 grams (0.53 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $197 | $450 |