Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS3

Lets look closer at the Panasonic LZ40 and Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was launched 4 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LZ40 matches up vs the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ40 features physical measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ40 compared to the ZS3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and ZS3 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and ZS3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ40 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent LZ40 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.