Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic FZ40

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was launched 21 months later than the FZ40 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FZ150 scores versus the FZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 provides external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ150 versus the FZ40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and FZ40 is 67 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and FZ40.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ40 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ150 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.