Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony HX1

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS40 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the ZS40 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS40 was launched 4 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS40 scores versus the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS40 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS40 and Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS40 compared to the HX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and HX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS40 and HX1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS40 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS40 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ZS40 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.