Panasonic ZS40 weighs
240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz) and has external dimensions of
111 x 64 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.34″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Panasonic ZS40 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 34mm, it has an average thickness.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Panasonic ZS40 with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Panasonic ZS40 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Panasonic ZS40, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Panasonic ZS40 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Panasonic ZS40 size with the camera that it replaced: Panasonic ZS35 (Check ZS40 vs ). Panasonic ZS35 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Panasonic ZS40.
Comparison image of Panasonic ZS40 and Panasonic ZS35 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Panasonic ZS40 with its main competitors:
Panasonic ZS40 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Panasonic ZS40 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.