Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony HX300

Below is a complete assessment of the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was manufactured 11 months later than the HX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS40 grades versus the HX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 provides physical 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 HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony HX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS40 and the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS40 and HX300.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX300 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS40 should have an edge in sensor technology.