Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FZ40

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic FZ40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FZ40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 4 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X30 grades vs the FZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 provides outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the FZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and FZ40 is 80 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and FZ40.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ40 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.