Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic LZ40

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was announced 12 months prior to the LZ40 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up against the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic LZ40 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the LZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and LZ40 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and LZ40.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic LZ40 to provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm T550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.