Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic LZ40

Lets look much closer at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic LZ40, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and LZ40 (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and LZ40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 II was introduced 6 years later than the LZ40 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z7 II grades against the LZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II has got external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II against the LZ40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and LZ40 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and LZ40.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will render extra detail using its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II will have an edge in sensor technology.