Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic LZ40

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic GX7 and Panasonic LZ40, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively close but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and LZ40 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GX7 was manufactured 2 months earlier than the LZ40 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GX7 scores against the LZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX7 offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX7 and Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GX7 versus the LZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and LZ40 is 81 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX7 and LZ40.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LZ40 will result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.