Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Launched January 2014
- Older Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS70
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LZ40 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe LZ40 was announced 24 months before the ZS60 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the LZ40 matches up versus the ZS60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Panasonic ZS60
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Panasonic LZ40
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Announced | January 2016 | January 2014 | Newer by 24 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ40 and Panasonic ZS60
LZ40 | ZS60 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ40 has got outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LZ40 versus Panasonic ZS60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the LZ40 versus the ZS60.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and ZS60 is 67 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and ZS60.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged LZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 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 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-924mm (42.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.80 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 524 grams (1.16 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | 320 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $219 | $248 |