Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax VS20

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was introduced 18 months earlier than the VS20 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FZ40 matches up against the VS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ40 features external dimensions 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 Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ40 vs the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and VS20 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and VS20.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax VS20 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.