Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H55

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and H55 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was manufactured 3 years after the H55 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS40 matches up versus the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS40 comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS40 vs the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS40 and H55 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS40 and H55.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer ZS40 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.