Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
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- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015
(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
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS35
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS45
Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic ZS40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S33 (13MP) and ZS40 (18MP) and the S33 (1/3.1") and ZS40 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S33 was introduced 14 months after the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S33 matches up versus the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Panasonic ZS40
S33 | ZS40 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | January 2014 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Nikon S33
ZS40 | S33 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Panasonic ZS40
S33 | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
See the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic ZS40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S33 vs the ZS40.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and ZS40 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and ZS40.
As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S33 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic ZS40 will render extra detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S33 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.7 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 | 220 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $150 | $450 |