Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ40

The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was manufactured within a month of the FZ40 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FX75 matches up against the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FX75 against the FZ40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and FZ40 is 94 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and FZ40.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.