Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony HX200V

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the FZ40 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was revealed 22 months prior to the HX200V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the FZ40 scores against the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 has outside measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Sony HX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ40 compared to the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and HX200V is 68 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and HX200V.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX200V to result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind in sensor tech.