Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony A700

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony A700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is very close but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FZ40 was announced 2 years after the A700 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ40 grades against the A700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony A700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ40 compared to the A700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and A700 is 68 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and A700.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ40 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ40 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ40 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.