Panasonic LZ40 vs Sony HX100V

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LZ40 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and HX100V (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was manufactured 2 years after the HX100V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the LZ40 scores vs the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ40 provides outside dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LZ40 versus Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the LZ40 vs the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and HX100V is 67 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ40 and HX100V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern LZ40 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.