Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic SZ8

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was introduced 4 years before the SZ8 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ40 grades versus the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ40 comes with exterior dimensions 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 SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ40 vs the SZ8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and SZ8 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and SZ8.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.