Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic LZ40

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8500 and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was manufactured 12 months prior to the LZ40 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the LZ40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8500 and Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 against the LZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and LZ40 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and LZ40.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.