Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic G85

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic G85, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the G85 (16MP) is very comparable but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and G85 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FZ40 was introduced 7 years before the G85 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FZ40 scores against the G85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic G85 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ40 offers physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic G85 has measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic G85 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ40 vs the G85.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and G85 is 68 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and G85.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ40 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G85 will provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.