Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40
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Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ30
Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon D3S and Panasonic LZ40, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the D3S (12MP) and LZ40 (20MP) and the D3S (Full frame) and LZ40 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe D3S was revealed 4 years before the LZ40 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3S being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the D3S scores against the LZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are available at Nikon D3S Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Panasonic LZ40
D3S | LZ40 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Nikon D3S
LZ40 | D3S | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon D3S and Panasonic LZ40
D3S | LZ40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3S comes with exterior dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
See the Nikon D3S and Panasonic LZ40 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D3S compared to the LZ40.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3S and LZ40 is 51 and 67 respectively.
Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D3S and LZ40.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D3S using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic LZ40 will offer greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged D3S is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D3S vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
Nikon D3S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D3S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-16 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Large SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.80 m |
Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1240 gr (2.73 lb) | 524 gr (1.16 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3253 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 4200 images | 320 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL4a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $5,200 | $219 |