Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ48
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm S1500 was introduced 3 years earlier than the FZ47 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S1500 scores versus the FZ47 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Panasonic FZ47
Fujifilm S1500 | FZ47 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Fujifilm S1500
FZ47 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 29 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Panasonic FZ47
Fujifilm S1500 | FZ47 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1500 features outer measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 and the FZ47.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ47 is 82 and 68 respectively.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ47.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ47 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ48 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | 9.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345 gr (0.76 pounds) | 498 gr (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $379 |