Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony NEX-5N
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Released October 2011
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5
- Later Model is Sony NEX-5R
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ40 and Sony NEX-5N, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is very well matched but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.
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Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ40 grades against the NEX-5N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Sony NEX-5N
| FZ40 | NEX-5N |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Panasonic FZ40
| NEX-5N | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2011 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 14 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Sony NEX-5N
| FZ40 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 has physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ40 and Sony NEX-5N in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ40 and the NEX-5N.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and NEX-5N is 68 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and NEX-5N.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ40 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5N will give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older FZ40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2011-10-03 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.50 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | AVCHD Lite | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 494 gr (1.09 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 460 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $420 | $550 |