Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic GF8

The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic GF8, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The FZ40 was brought out 6 years earlier than the GF8 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FZ40 matches up vs the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic GF8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ40 and the GF8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and GF8 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and GF8.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ40 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GF8 will show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.