Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic G7

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic G7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the G7 (16MP) is very close but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The FZ40 was introduced 5 years earlier than the G7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ40 scores vs the G7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ40 provides outer measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G7 has measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ40 vs the G7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and G7 is 68 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and G7.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ40 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic G7 will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.