Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ40

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S9200 and Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9200 was announced 3 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9200 matches up against the FZ40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9200 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S9200 and Panasonic FZ40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 vs the FZ40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ40 is 61 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ40.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S9200 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9200 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.