Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic LZ40

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic LZ40, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6020 (13MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was introduced 4 years prior to the LZ40 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 6020 matches up versus the LZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 6020 against the LZ40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and LZ40 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and LZ40.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to provide more detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older 6020 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.