Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic FZ40

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic FZ40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was announced 14 months later than the FZ40 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FH7 grades vs the FZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH7 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FH7 and the FZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and FZ40 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and FZ40.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH7 to give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer FH7 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.