Panasonic ZS40 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS40 vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was launched 12 months before the ZS50 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS40 scores against the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS40 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS40 compared to the ZS50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and ZS50 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and ZS50.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS40 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.