Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS40

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was announced 5 years before the ZS40 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH20 grades vs the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH20 vs the ZS40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and ZS40 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and ZS40.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.