Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 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
- Released July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ40 was launched 12 months before the ZS7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FZ40 grades versus the ZS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Panasonic ZS7
FZ40 | ZS7 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic FZ40
ZS7 | FZ40 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic ZS7
FZ40 | ZS7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ40 has got outer 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 ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ40 vs the ZS7.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and ZS7 is 68 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and ZS7.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ40 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 494 gr (1.09 lb) | 218 gr (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $420 | $350 |