Panasonic LZ40 vs Sony HX350

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LZ40 vs Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was announced 3 years prior to the HX350 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the LZ40 grades versus the HX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ40 has got exterior 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 Sony HX350 has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LZ40 vs Sony HX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the LZ40 vs the HX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and HX350 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and HX350.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older LZ40 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.