Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS45
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SH-50 was released 12 months earlier than the ZS40 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SH-50 matches up versus the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SH-50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Panasonic ZS40
SH-50 | ZS40 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Olympus SH-50
ZS40 | SH-50 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS40
SH-50 | ZS40 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS40 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-50 against the ZS40.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and ZS40 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-50 and ZS40.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SH-50 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Olympus SH-50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SH-50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | 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 | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | 240 gr (0.53 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 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 | - | 300 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $300 | $450 |