Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic FZ40

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FZ200 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was launched 2 years after the FZ40 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ200 matches up vs the FZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 features outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and 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 FZ200 versus Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ200 compared to the FZ40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and FZ40 is 65 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and FZ40.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ40 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.