Panasonic GH4 vs Panasonic LZ40

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GH4 vs Panasonic LZ40, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH4 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty close but the GH4 (Four Thirds) and LZ40 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The GH4 was manufactured 2 months later than the LZ40 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GH4 matches up against the LZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH4 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH4 features physical measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GH4 against the LZ40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and LZ40 is 66 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH4 and LZ40.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH4 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LZ40 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.