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Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:524 gBattery life (CIPA):320 shots

Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.3

Overall score

Score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

90%

3.9

Technical score

10%

7.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 86% of cameras
3.9

Technical score

Technical score
3.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

28%

4.5

Sensor & Image

25%

3.5

Photo Features

18%

3.3

Video & Audio

14%

4.6

Display & Design

8%

5.1

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 88% of cameras
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 75 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 94% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40

Technical score
Technical score
3.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

28%

4.5

Sensor & Image

25%

3.5

Photo Features

18%

3.3

Video & Audio

14%

4.6

Display & Design

8%

5.1

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

3.9
User score
User score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 75 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 has a popularity score of 5.9, which is higher than 62.2% of cameras.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

4.3

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

5.9
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
â–² Better than 60% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 20 MP, which is higher than that of 60.4% of cameras and equal to that of 1.1% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.19 µm, which are smaller than those in 95.3% of cameras and the same size as those in 2.3% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
10 Mbps
Video bitrate
10 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 10 Mbps which is lower than that of 90.9% of cameras and equal to that of 1.6% of cameras.
approximate value
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
bridge
Weight
524 g
Weight
524 g
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 524 g which is heavier than 65.8% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
126.4 mm
Width
126.4 mm
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 126.4 mm which is wider than 64.5% of cameras.
Height
86.6 mm
Height
86.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 86.6 mm which is taller than 63.5% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
Thickness
94.2 mm
Thickness
94.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 94.2 mm which is thicker than 91% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 320 shots, which is shorter than that of 52.4% of cameras and equal to that of 2.3% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,250 mAh
Battery capacity
1,250 mAh
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,250 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 60.4% of cameras and equal to those in 3.9% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Supports live streaming
    Live streaming (first-party)
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This camera supports live streaming, the average camera does not.
    LUMIX streaming software.
  • 0.08 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.08 GB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.08 GB vs 0 GB
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20 MP
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 5.92x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    42 x
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 42 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 42x optical zoom.
    42 x vs 7.1 x
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Panorama Shot
  • 130 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,250 mAh
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1250 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,250 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20 MP
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Panorama Shot
  • 5.92x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    42 x
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 42 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 42x optical zoom.
    42 x vs 7.1 x
  • Supports live streaming
    Live streaming (first-party)
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This camera supports live streaming, the average camera does not.
    LUMIX streaming software.
  • 130 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,250 mAh
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1250 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,250 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 0.08 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.08 GB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.08 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 4.6 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.1 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.1 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.1 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    manual focus only
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 12.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40
    the average camera
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 has a lower user score than the average camera (7.09 vs 8.000).
    7.09 vs 8
  • 4.8% worse value for money
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.91 vs 6.2).
    5.91 vs 6.2
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 129 g heavier
    Weight
    524 g
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (524 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    524 g vs 395 g
  • 48.2 mm thicker
    Thickness
    94.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (94.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    94.2 mm vs 46 mm
  • 12.7 mm taller body
    Height
    86.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (86.6 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    86.6 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 6.5 mm wider
    Width
    126.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is wider than the average camera (126.4 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    126.4 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 4.6 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.1 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.1 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.1 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    manual focus only
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 20 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    10 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (10 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    approximate value
    10 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 15 min shorter recording time
    Max video recording time
    15 min
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for less time than the average camera (15 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    15 min vs 30 min
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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Based on 75 buyer reviews from online shops.
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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40

  • Powerful 42x optical zoom lens with wide 22mm-equivalent focal length
  • Ergonomic design with a comfortable, textured grip and thumb rest
  • Excellent macro performance, capable of focusing as close as 1cm
  • Intuitive 'Intelligent Auto' (iA) mode suitable for beginners
  • Lightweight and portable for a bridge-style camera
  • Supports in-camera charging via USB

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC LZ40

  • High image noise levels across all ISO settings due to the CCD sensor
  • Lackadaisical burst performance (only 1.1 frames per second)
  • Limited video recording resolution (capped at 720p HD)
  • No built-in Wi-Fi or wireless connectivity for easy sharing
  • Slow interface response and occasional menu lag
  • No RAW file support or electronic viewfinder (EVF)
  • Lack of weather sealing makes it vulnerable to adverse conditions

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 is an entry-level bridge camera equipped with a 20-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor and a massive 42x optical zoom lens that covers a 22-924mm equivalent focal length range. Main characteristics include built-in optical image stabilisation, a 3-inch 460k-dot fixed LCD screen, manual exposure modes (P/M), and an ISO range of 100 to 1600. Its primary pros are its versatile ultra-wide to super-telephoto reach, a highly capable 1cm macro focusing distance, and a lightweight 524g body with a comfortable rubberised grip. However, the camera falls short due to notable cons such as its lack of built-in Wi-Fi, a very slow continuous shooting speed of just 1.1 frames per second, and video recording that is strictly limited to 720p at 30fps.

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