Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H400

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was unveiled within a month of the H400 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS40 grades vs the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS40 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS40 and the H400.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS40 and H400 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and H400.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony H400 to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.