Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z300

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and the Fujifilm FinePix Z300, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 was introduced in January 2014 and Fujifilm FinePix Z300 was introduced in June 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 over Fujifilm FinePix Z300.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z300 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Fujifilm FinePix Z300 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Fujifilm FinePix Z300) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Electronic Viewfinder on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 200k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix Z300.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 features a 18.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 6,400 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 features a 10 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896 x 3264, 2896 x 2752, 3664 x 3664, 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2692, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2448 x 2448, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2056, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1944, 1920 x 1080 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix Z300 comes with NP-45 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40, and up to 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z300. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 can shoot continuously up to 0.6 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.40 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and 3.50 m on Fujifilm FinePix Z300..

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 body has dimensions of 111 x 64 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.34") and Fujifilm FinePix Z300 body has dimensions of 92 x 57 x 19 mm (3.62 x 2.24 x 0.75"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 weighs 240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix Z300 weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Fujifilm FinePix Z300

111 mm

64 mm

92 mm

57 mm

64 mm

57 mm

34 mm

19 mm