Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ40

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm S9900w versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was introduced 13 months after the LZ40 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades against the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9900w features external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w compared to the LZ40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and LZ40 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9900w and LZ40.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9900w should have an edge in sensor technology.