Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Panasonic LZ40

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and LZ40 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was brought out 12 months prior to the LZ40 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR matches up against the LZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR offers outer dimensions of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs the LZ40.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and LZ40 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and LZ40.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LZ40 will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm HS50 EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.