Panasonic ZS40 vs Samsung HZ10W

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS40 versus Samsung HZ10W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was revealed 4 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS40 scores versus the HZ10W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS40 provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS40 versus Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ZS40 and the HZ10W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS40 and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and HZ10W.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS40 to result in extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger ZS40 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.