Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ40 versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was brought out 2 months after the ZS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ40 matches up versus the ZS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ40 features outside measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ40 and the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and ZS5 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and ZS5.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FZ40 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.