Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ40

Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was manufactured 17 months prior to the LZ40 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ60 matches up against the LZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys external dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ60 vs the LZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and LZ40 is 68 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ60 and LZ40.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.