Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic LZ40

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm SL300 versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was revealed 24 months before the LZ40 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up against the LZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL300 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL300 versus Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the LZ40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and LZ40 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL300 and LZ40.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.