Let’s compare the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. In this side-by-side review, we will be comparing Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70. Both cameras have 1/2.3 inch sensors but Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 has a 12.1 MP and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 has a 20.3 MP resolution.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 | |
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Sensor and Camera Features | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Megapixels | 12.1 | 20.3 |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | 1/2.3 inch | 1/2.3 inch |
SLR Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
Crop Factor | n/a | n/a |
AA Filter | None | None |
Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3) | 5184 x 3888 (20.2 MP, 4:3) |
Body Image Stabilization | No | No |
Native ISO | Min 100 - Max 6400 | Min 80 - Max 3200 |
Full ISO Settings | Auto, iISO, 100 - 6400 in 1 or 1/3 EV steps | Auto, iISO, 80 - 3200, Extendable to ISO 6400 |
Startup Time | 1.2 seconds | |
AF System and Shooting | ||
Auto Focus Type | Contrast Detect: Face/Eye Detection, Tracking, 49-area, 1-area, Pinpoint, Touch AF, Eye Sensor AF | Contrast Detect with DFD: Face / AF Tracking / 49-area / 1-area; Eye Sensor AF, Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Shutter, Touch Pad AF, MF Assist, Touch MF Assist, AF+MF, Focus Peaking, One Shot AF (Set the Fn button in custom menu to AF-ON), Low Light AF |
Continuous Shooting Speed / Burst Mode | Auto, iISO, 100 - 6400 in 1 or 1/3 EV steps | Auto, iISO, 80 - 3200, Extendable to ISO 6400 |
Shutter Speed Range | 1/16000 - 60 sec | 1/16000 - 30 sec |
Bulb Mode | Yes | No |
JPEG Buffer Size | Unlimited | |
AW Buffer Size | 25 | |
Screen/viewfinder | ||
LCD | 3.0 | 3.0 |
LCD Resolution | 1,036,800 dots (345,600 px) | 1,040,000 dots |
Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Articulating Screen | Yes | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen | Yes | No |
Selfie Screen | Yes | Yes |
Top Deck Display | No | No |
Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | EVF / LCD | EVF / LCD |
Viewfinder Type | 0.39-inch 1,440K-dot OLED, Field of View: approx. 100%, Mag: 0.7x (35mm-eq.), +/- 4 diopter adjustment, eye sensor | EVF: 0.2-inch, 1166K dots equiv. LCD; 100% Coverage, Magnification: Approx. 2.59x / 0.46x (35 mm camera equivalent) |
Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
Video Features | ||
Video Resolution | 3840x2160 (30p/24p) | 3840x2160 (30p) |
Video File Format | AVCHD or MP4 with stereo sound | AVCHD or MP4 with stereo audio |
Memory Card Type | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
Dual Card Slot | No | No |
SD UHS Support | ||
Microphone Jack | Yes | No |
Headphone Jack | No | No |
Flash and Internal Connections | ||
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/4000 | 1/2000 |
Internal connections | Micro HDMI (Type D) with Viera Link, 2.5mm Wired Remote Jack, 3.5mm Stereo Microphone Jack | Micro (Type-D) HDMI; Micro-B USB 2.0 |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
NFC | No | No |
Bluetooth | No | No |
Built-In GPS | No | No |
USB Type | USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi | USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi |
Physical | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) | 360 shots | 250 shots |
Battery Types | 7.2v 1200mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable | 7.2V, 1025mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Weight | 25.5 oz (724 g) includes batteries | 11.4 oz (322 g) includes batteries |
Size | 5.2 x 3.6 x 4.6 in. (132 x 92 x 117 mm) | 4.4 x 2.6 x 1.6 in. (112 x 67 x 41 mm) |
Price | ||
Price | Buy from Amazon for $397.99 | Buy from Amazon for $328.66 |
Release Date | 2015-10-15 | 2017-05-30 |