Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ45
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S6500 was unveiled 2 years after the FZ40 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S6500 matches up vs the FZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Panasonic FZ40
S6500 | FZ40 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | July 2010 | More modern by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Nikon S6500
FZ40 | S6500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Panasonic FZ40
S6500 | FZ40 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S6500 and the FZ40.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and FZ40 is 92 and 68 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and FZ40.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S6500 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger S6500 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | AMOLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) | 494 gr (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $170 | $420 |