Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax XG-1

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS40 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was brought out 6 months earlier than the XG-1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ZS40 scores versus the XG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS40 has got outer dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS40 versus Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS40 versus the XG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS40 and XG-1 is 90 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and XG-1.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.