Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ47

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 3 years later than the FZ47 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX60 HS matches up against the FZ47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS has exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ47 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the FZ47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and FZ47 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and FZ47.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX60 HS to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SX60 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.