Nikon B700 vs Panasonic FZ40

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon B700 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and FZ40 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B700 was launched 5 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the B700 matches up vs the FZ40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the B700 vs the FZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and FZ40 is 65 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and FZ40.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon B700 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern B700 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.