Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic LZ40

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 12 months prior to the LZ40 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the LZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the LZ40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and LZ40 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and LZ40.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ40 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ-16 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.