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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47

Portability
59
Imaging
40
Features
59
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front
Portability
68
Imaging
36
Features
45
Overall
39

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs

Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Superseded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm HS35EXR
Panasonic FZ47
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
  • Revealed July 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and FZ47 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was brought out 6 months after the FZ47 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades vs the FZ47 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Panasonic FZ47

 Fujifilm HS30EXR FZ47 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR

 FZ47 Fujifilm HS30EXR 

Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Panasonic FZ47

 Fujifilm HS30EXR FZ47 
RevealedJanuary 2012July 2011Similar generation
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR features outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR against the FZ47.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and FZ47 is 59 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and FZ47.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm HS30EXR
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ47
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you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/2")
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focusing manually
high flash sync speed (1/2,000s)
includes face detection autofocus
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR Street photography highlights
Panasonic FZ47 Street photography highlights
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screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/2")
heavier than average (687g)
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (498g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR Sports photography features
Panasonic FZ47 Sports photography features
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amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
features tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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amazing zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
great battery pack (400 CIPA)
low fps (4.0 frames per second)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR Travel photography information
Panasonic FZ47 Travel photography information
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MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (720mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (687 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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great battery pack (400 per charge)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (600mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (498g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FZ47 Landscape photography highlights
51
you can focus manually
quite wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
no Time Lapse recording
43
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great battery pack (400 per charge)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm HS30EXR Vlogging features
Panasonic FZ47 Vlogging features
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quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has mic socket
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
heavier than average (687g)
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decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (498g)
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm HS30EXR and Panasonic FZ47
 Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXRPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FZ48
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2011-07-21
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type EXRCMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max enhanced ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2.8-5.2
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.9
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 11.0 frames per second 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) 9.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/2000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 687 gr (1.51 lb) 498 gr (1.10 lb)
Physical dimensions 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 400 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $430 $379