Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic GH4

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic GH4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ40 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the GH4 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ40 scores against the GH4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic GH4 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic GH4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ40 and the GH4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and GH4 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ40 and GH4.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ40 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GH4 will give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older FZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.