Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ40

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was brought out 24 months prior to the LZ40 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades against the LZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4500 has outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 versus the LZ40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4500 and LZ40 is 67 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and LZ40.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic LZ40 to result in greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.