Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Jan. 6, 2014. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
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| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 20 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
Higher level cameras have a more higher mechanical shutter speed, this model's capabilities could be cumbersome by today's standards, so you should consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
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| Af center | Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
| Af selective | No |
| Af single | Yes |
| Af touch | No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
Connectivity |
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| HDMI | No |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
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| AF area | No |
| average | No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
| partial | No |
| spot | Yes |
General |
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| AKA | - |
| announced | Jan. 6, 2014 |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
| brand | Panasonic |
| msrp | $444.00 |
| model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| predecessor model | Panasonic LZ30 |
Lense |
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| Focal length multiplier | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | No |
| Macro focus range | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - |
Other features |
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| GPS | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Timelapse recording | No |
Photography features |
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| AE bracketing | Yes |
| Aperture priority | No |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
| External flash | No |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Flash range | 10.80 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 1.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/1500s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 |
| Shutter priority | No |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Physical |
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| Battery life | 320 shots |
| Battery model | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
| Dust proof | No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
| Freeze proof | No |
| Physical dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm |
| Shock proof | No |
| Water proof | No |
| Weight | 524 grs |
Screen |
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| Live view | Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 |
| Screen size | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
Sensor |
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| Max boosted ISO | 6400 |
| Max image resolution | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 |
| RAW support | No |
| Sensor area | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 20 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor type | CCD |
Headphone port |
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| Headphone port | No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Viewfinder |
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| viewfinder | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder |