Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic LZ40

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic LZ40, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively similar but the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and LZ40 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1 II was launched 2 years later than the LZ40 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-M1 II matches up vs the LZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 II has physical dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1 II compared to the LZ40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and LZ40 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 II and LZ40.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The E-M1 II provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more modern E-M1 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.