Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 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
- Released July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ48
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm T550 was unveiled 18 months after the FZ47 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 scores versus the FZ47 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic FZ47
Fujifilm T550 | FZ47 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Fujifilm T550
FZ47 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic FZ47
Fujifilm T550 | FZ47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic FZ47 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus the FZ47.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and FZ47 is 95 and 68 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and FZ47.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm T550 to give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm T550 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ48 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 498 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $160 | $379 |