Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony S2000

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony S2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was introduced 4 years after the S2000 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS40 matches up against the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS40 has outside measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the ZS40 and the S2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and S2000 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS40 and S2000.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to give you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer ZS40 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.