Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZR3

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZR3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was brought out 4 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the LZ40 scores vs the ZR3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 offers external dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the LZ40 against the ZR3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and ZR3 is 67 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ40 and ZR3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ40 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern LZ40 will have a benefit in sensor tech.