Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40
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![Nikon Coolpix S3500 front Nikon Coolpix S3500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500/Nikon-S3500-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand 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 Known as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS45
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S3500 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the ZS40 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S3500 grades versus the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Panasonic ZS40
S3500 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Nikon S3500
ZS40 | S3500 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Panasonic ZS40
S3500 | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S3500 against the ZS40.
![Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and ZS40 is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and ZS40.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S3500 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S3500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon S3500 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-02-21 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) | 240 grams (0.53 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $85 | $450 |