Panasonic GX8 vs Panasonic LZ40

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX8 versus Panasonic LZ40, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GX8 (20MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively similar but the GX8 (Four Thirds) and LZ40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GX8 was brought out 19 months after the LZ40 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX8 grades vs the LZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX8 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has measurements 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 GX8 versus Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the GX8 versus the LZ40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and LZ40 is 74 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX8 and LZ40.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GX8 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern GX8 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.