Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FZ40

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FZ40, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the FZ40 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FP8 grades vs the FZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 has external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP8 compared to the FZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and FZ40 is 95 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and FZ40.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ40 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older FP8 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.