Fujifilm F770EXR vs Panasonic LZ40

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm F770EXR versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F770EXR (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm F770EXR (1/2") and LZ40 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F770EXR was brought out 24 months prior to the LZ40 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm F770EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm F770EXR scores against the LZ40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F770EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F770EXR Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F770EXR features exterior dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F770EXR versus Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F770EXR against the LZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F770EXR and LZ40 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F770EXR and LZ40.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F770EXR because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LZ40 will provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F770EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.