Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic LZ40

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH8 versus Panasonic LZ40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the LZ40 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH8 grades versus the LZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH8 versus Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FH8 compared to the LZ40.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and LZ40 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and LZ40.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FH8 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.