Nikon A900 vs Panasonic LZ40

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon A900 and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A900 was unveiled 2 years after the LZ40 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A900 scores against the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A900 versus the LZ40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and LZ40 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and LZ40.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent A900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.