Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic LZ40

Below is a complete review of the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic LZ40, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is very close but the FZ1000 II (1") and LZ40 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The FZ1000 II was manufactured 5 years later than the LZ40 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ1000 II matches up vs the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 II comes with external measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FZ1000 II compared to the LZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and LZ40 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 II and LZ40.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The FZ1000 II uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The newer FZ1000 II should have an advantage in sensor tech.