Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed July 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ40 was launched 3 years earlier than the SZ3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FZ40 grades vs the SZ3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Panasonic SZ3
| FZ40 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Panasonic FZ40
| SZ3 | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | July 2010 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic SZ3
| FZ40 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ40 has physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ40 versus the SZ3.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and SZ3 is 68 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and SZ3.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.50 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 494 gr (1.09 lb) | 126 gr (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - | 250 pictures |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $420 | $150 |
