Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30/Panasonic-ZS30-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Successor is Panasonic ZS45
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The ZS30 was released 12 months before the ZS40 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS30 matches up vs the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Panasonic ZS40
ZS30 | ZS40 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Panasonic ZS30
ZS40 | ZS30 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS30 and Panasonic ZS40
ZS30 | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS30 features physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS30 versus the ZS40.
![Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and ZS40 is 92 and 90 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and ZS40.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ40 | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) | 240 grams (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $450 |