Panasonic LZ40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LZ40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was released 11 months after the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the LZ40 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 offers outer dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LZ40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the LZ40 vs the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ40 and Galaxy Camera is 67 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ40 and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic LZ40 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger LZ40 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.