Fujifilm F900EXR vs Panasonic LZ40

Following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm F900EXR versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") and LZ40 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F900EXR was unveiled 11 months before the LZ40 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm F900EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm F900EXR grades against the LZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F900EXR has outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has sizing of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F900EXR versus Panasonic LZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm F900EXR versus the LZ40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F900EXR and LZ40 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F900EXR and LZ40.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F900EXR having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LZ40 will produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F900EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.