Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS70

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic LZ40 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was unveiled 4 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the LZ40 scores vs the ZS70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ40 has got external dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LZ40 and Panasonic ZS70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the LZ40 and the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and ZS70 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ40 and ZS70.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged LZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.