Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K100D S

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic LZ40 versus Pentax K100D S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the LZ40 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The LZ40 was released 6 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the LZ40 matches up vs the K100D S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ40 provides outside 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) whilst the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LZ40 versus Pentax K100D S in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the LZ40 and the K100D S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and K100D S is 67 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and K100D S.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LZ40 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic LZ40 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer LZ40 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.