Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Expand to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic FZ40, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and FZ40 (14MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and FZ40 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS42 was introduced 15 months prior to the FZ40 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS42 scores vs the FZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Panasonic FZ40
FS42 | FZ40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Panasonic FS42
FZ40 | FS42 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | April 2009 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Panasonic FZ40
FS42 | FZ40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS42 has outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FS42 versus the FZ40.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and FZ40 is 95 and 68 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and FZ40.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS42 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FZ40 will result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older FS42 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-04-17 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
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 | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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 | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132g (0.29 lbs) | 494g (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $580 | $420 |