Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ30
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic LZ40, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Z50 (APS-C) and LZ40 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z50 was launched 5 years later than the LZ40 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z50 grades vs the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic LZ40
Z50 | LZ40 | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | January 2014 | More recent by 71 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Nikon Z50
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic LZ40
Z50 | LZ40 |
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 features exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Z50 vs the LZ40.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and LZ40 is 74 and 67 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and LZ40.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z50 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z50 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Z50 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-10-10 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 lb) | 524 grams (1.16 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 life | 320 pictures | 320 pictures |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $857 | $219 |