Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS40

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was introduced 17 months prior to the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the LZ20 scores against the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ20 has outside dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS40 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the LZ20 vs the ZS40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and ZS40 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ20 and ZS40.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged LZ20 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.