FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic FZ47

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the HS10 (10MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HS10 was brought out 12 months earlier than the FZ47 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the HS10 grades vs the FZ47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm HS10 enjoys physical measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ47 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the HS10 compared to the FZ47.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HS10 and FZ47 is 60 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HS10 and FZ47.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ47 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older HS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.