Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic FZ40

Following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic FZ40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and FZ40 (14MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and FZ40 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The XZ-1 was announced 7 months after the FZ40 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the XZ-1 matches up vs the FZ40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-1 enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the XZ-1 versus the FZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-1 and FZ40 is 88 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-1 and FZ40.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XZ-1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FZ40 will result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger XZ-1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.