Nikon D810A vs Panasonic FZ40
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Nikon D810A vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced February 2015
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- 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
- Revealed July 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ45
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Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon D810A and Panasonic FZ40, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and FZ40 (14MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and FZ40 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe D810A was unveiled 4 years after the FZ40 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D810A being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the D810A scores vs the FZ40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Panasonic FZ40
| D810A | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2015 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 56 months |
| Screen size | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Nikon D810A
| FZ40 | D810A |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D810A and Panasonic FZ40
| D810A | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Nikon D810A vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D810A offers physical dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D810A and Panasonic FZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D810A compared to the FZ40.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D810A and FZ40 is 55 and 68 respectively.
Nikon D810A vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810A and FZ40.
To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D810A with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D810A will give greater detail having an extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent D810A provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon D810A vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
| Nikon D810A | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon D810A | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXPEED 4 | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 36 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 51 | - |
| Cross focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Available lenses | 309 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 9.50 m |
| Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 880 grams (1.94 pounds) | 494 grams (1.09 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | 1200 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 2 | Single |
| Pricing at release | $3,800 | $420 |
