Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40
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Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Launched January 2014
- Older Model is Panasonic LZ30
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SH-50 was revealed 12 months earlier than the LZ40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SH-50 matches up versus the LZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Panasonic LZ40
SH-50 | LZ40 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Olympus SH-50
LZ40 | SH-50 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic LZ40
SH-50 | LZ40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 has got external dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-50 against the LZ40.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and LZ40 is 88 and 67 respectively.
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-50 and LZ40.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic LZ40 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SH-50 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
Olympus SH-50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SH-50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 10.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 524 grams (1.16 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 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 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $219 |