Panasonic LZ40 vs Sony A6600

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic LZ40 and Sony A6600, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is very similar but the LZ40 (1/2.3") and A6600 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LZ40 was brought out 6 years before the A6600 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the LZ40 matches up against the A6600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Sony Alpha a6600. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 has external 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 Sony A6600 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the LZ40 compared to the A6600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and A6600 is 67 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and A6600.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LZ40 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A6600 will offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged LZ40 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.