Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Replacement is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS35
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS45
Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The S9100 was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS40 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S9100 grades against the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Panasonic ZS40
S9100 | ZS40 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Nikon S9100
ZS40 | S9100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | July 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Panasonic ZS40
S9100 | ZS40 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9100 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Check the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S9100 versus the ZS40.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and ZS40 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and ZS40.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to provide you with more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S9100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 240g (0.53 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 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 | 270 photographs | 300 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $329 | $450 |