Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ40

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was revealed 5 months earlier than the LZ40 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FZ70 scores against the LZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ70 comes with external measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has sizing of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ70 against the LZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ70 and LZ40 is 63 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ70 and LZ40.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic LZ40 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.