Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS40

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was introduced 12 months prior to the ZS40 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm T500 grades vs the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T500 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm T500 compared to the ZS40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T500 and ZS40 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T500 and ZS40.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm T500 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.