Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 vs Samsung TL320

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and the Samsung TL320, 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 Samsung TL320 was introduced in February 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 Samsung TL320.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung TL320 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 Samsung TL320 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively.

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 Samsung TL320.

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. Samsung TL320 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

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. Samsung TL320 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2654, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 768 with 16:9, 4:3, 3:2 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.

External Storage Slots

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Samsung TL320 has a single SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40, and up to 1/2000 sec on Samsung TL320. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.40 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and 5.00 m on Samsung TL320..

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 body has dimensions of 111 x 64 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.34") and Samsung TL320 body has dimensions of 97 x 61 x 21 mm (3.82 x 2.4 x 0.83"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 weighs 240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz) and Samsung TL320 weighs [].

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Samsung TL320

111 mm

64 mm

97 mm

61 mm

64 mm

61 mm

34 mm

21 mm