Comparisons / Comparison of Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300

Comparison of Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 [S]ave

Attribute
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 ×
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 ×
General
ModelSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40
BrandSonyPanasonic
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.sony.com/https://www.panasonic.com
Model numberHX300ZS40
Alternate model number(s)-
  • tz60
Camera formatEVFCompact
Release year (year)20132014
Tripod mount++
Length (mm)130111
Width (mm)10334
Height (mm)9364
Weight (g)656240
Waterproof--
PredecessorSony HX200V-
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Sensor manufacturerSony Exmor R-
Effective megapixels (MP)20.418.1
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.3 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0728.07
Sensor width (mm)6.176.17
Sensor height (mm)4.554.55
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.191.26
Focal Length Multiplier (x)2.7-
Aspect ratio4:34:3
Color filter typeRGBGRGBG
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Dxo sensor score-36
Dxo color depth score (bit)-19
Dxo dynamic range score (evs)-10.6
Dxo maximum effective iso score (iso)-117
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 10480 x 4096(42.9 mp other)
  • 11520 x 1080(12.4 mp other)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 2592 x 1944(5.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3424 x 1920(6.6 mp 16:9)
  • 3648 x 2736(10.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4912 x 1080(5.3 mp other)
  • 4912 x 1920(9.4 mp other)
  • 5184 x 2920(15.1 mp 16:9)
  • 5184 x 3888(20.2 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 7152 x 1080(7.7 mp other)
  • 1536 x 1536(2.4 mp 1:1)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 1920 x 1920(3.7 mp 1:1)
  • 2048 x 1360(2.8 mp other)
  • 2048 x 1536(3.1 mp 4:3)
  • 2448 x 2448(6.0 mp 1:1)
  • 2560 x 1440(3.7 mp 16:9)
  • 2560 x 1712(4.4 mp 3:2)
  • 2560 x 1920(4.9 mp 4:3)
  • 2992 x 2992(9.0 mp 1:1)
  • 3264 x 1840(6.0 mp other)
  • 3264 x 2176(7.1 mp 3:2)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3664 x 3664(13.4 mp 1:1)
  • 4000 x 2248(9.0 mp 16:9)
  • 4000 x 2672(10.7 mp 3:2)
  • 4000 x 3000(12.0 mp 4:3)
  • 480 x 480(0.2 mp 1:1)
  • 4896 x 2752(13.5 mp 16:9)
  • 4896 x 3264(16.0 mp 3:2)
  • 4896 x 3672(18.0 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 360(0.2 mp 16:9)
  • 640 x 424(0.3 mp other)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg
  • jpeg (exif v2.3)
  • mpo
  • raw
  • raw+jpeg
Continuous-mode (fps)1010
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1440x1080
  • 1920x1080
  • 640x480
  • 1280x720
  • 1280x720
  • 1920x1080
  • 640x480
  • 640x480
Movie max framerate (fps)60240
Image Storage
Movie file formatAVCHD 2.0 / MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) with Dolby Digital (AC3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC audioAVCHD or MP4 with stereo audio
Composite video out++
Ntsc/pal switchable video+-
Hd video out++
Hd video connectionHDMIHDMI
Lens and Optics
LensCarl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*; 15 elements in 10 groups (including 1 Super ED glass element, 2 ED glass elementsLEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR, 12 elements in 9 groups with 5 Aspherical elements, 10 Aspherical surfaces and 3 ED elements
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)24.00 - 1,200.0024.00 - 720.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)3.00 - 215.003.00 - 129.00
Zoom ratio (x)5030
Aperture range (f)0.12 - 0.360.16 - 0.30
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)150
Optical image stabilization++
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 2
  • 4
  • 4
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detection: Multi Point AF/Center Weighted AF/SpotAF/Flexible Spot AF/Manual/Face Tracking FocusContrast Detect: Face / AF Tracking / 23pt / 1pt / Spot / Touch Area
Auto focus assist light++
Manual focus++
Viewfinder
ViewfinderEVF / LCDEVF / LCD
Viewfinder typeEVF type.EVF: 0.2-inch, 200K dots equiv. LCD; 100% Coverage, Lens 19.6x Magnification: Approx. 2.56x / 0.46x (35 mm camera equivalent)
Focus peaking++
Viewfinder magnification (35mm equivalent) (x)-0.46
Viewfinder magnification (nominal/claimed) (x)-2.56
Display
Eye-level viewfinder++
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)33
Rear display resolution (dots)921,600920,000
Touchscreen--
Articulating screen+-
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Max playback zoom (x)-16
Exposure
Maximum iso (native)3,2003,200
Minimum iso (native)80100
Iso settingsProgram Auto (80-1600), iAuto (80-3200), 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400*, 12800*Auto, iISO, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400*, High Sensitivity mode (ISO 1600-6400); *Extended ISO
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight
  • flash
  • fluorescent1
  • fluorescent2
  • fluorescent3
  • incandescent
  • one push
  • white balance shift
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight
  • incandescent
  • shade
  • white set
Shutter speed range (s)1/4000 - 301/2000 - 30
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modesMulti segment, Center- weighted, SpotIntelligent Multiple, Center Weighted, Spot
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority++
Shutter priority++
Full manual exposure++
Creative exposure modesScene modes: High Sensitivity, Night Scene, Handheld Twilight, Night Portrait, Landscape, Soft Snap, Soft Skin, Anti Motion BlurPanorama Shot, Scene (Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Handheld Night Shot,Food, Baby1, Baby2
Self timer (s)
  • 1
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 10
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • advanced flash
  • auto
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • rear slow synchro
  • red-eye correction: auto/on/off
  • slow synchro
  • auto
  • auto/red-eye reduction
  • forced off
  • forced on
  • slow sync./red-eye reduction
Flash range descriptionISO Auto: 0.5 to 8.5m (W) / 2.4 to 3.5m (T)Auto ISO: 0.6 - 6.4m (Wide), 1.0 - 3.3m (Tele)
Flash exposure compensation+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps-
Usable memory types
  • ms duo
  • ms pro duo
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support-+
Uncompressed format-
  • raw
  • raw+jpeg
Included memory (MB)012
Included memory type-Internal
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi-+
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps-+
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack--
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • wifi
Pictbridge compliant-+
Dpof compliant++
Remote control-+
Remote control type-
  • via wi-fi
Connections (extended)
  • micro hdmi (type d)
  • multi terminal (usb/av)
  • built-in gps
  • built-in wi-fi with nfc
  • micro (type-d) hdmi
Performance Timing
Max cycle time for jpeg shooting (s/frame)0.93-
Camera penalizes early shutter press--
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)1010
Buffer size for jpeg shooting in burst mode (max resolution) (frames)106
Shutter lag (full af, wide/mid) (s)0.38-
Shutter lag (full af, tele) (s)0.13-
Shutter lag (prefocused) (s)0.01-
Startup time (s)2.4-
Flash cycle time, full power (s)7.3-
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)310300
Battery form factorProprietary NP-BX1Proprietary
Usable battery types
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
  • 1250mah lithium-ion rechargeable
  • 3.6v
Batteries included1 x Proprietary NP-BX1 Lithium-ion rechargeable1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)++
Software
Included software-
  • adobe reader
  • loiloscope (trial version)
  • photofunstudio 9.3 pe
Miscellaneous
Notes and featuresImproved Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode for movies, Full HD 1080p60 movies, 10 fps burst mode.30x zoom with optical image stabilization, EVF, 1080p60 video, 10fps full-res burst shooting, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC



Help · Contact us · Disclaimer · Contributors · Developers · Donate