Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic FZ40

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm S8300 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was launched 2 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the FZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 offers outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8300 versus Panasonic FZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the FZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ40 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ40.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8300 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.