Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung HZ30W

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was launched 7 months later than the HZ30W and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FZ40 grades vs the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 offers outer measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ40 and the HZ30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and HZ30W is 68 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and HZ30W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ40 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger FZ40 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.