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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47

Portability
74
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix L810 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front
Portability
68
Imaging
36
Features
45
Overall
39

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs

Nikon L810
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
  • Introduced February 2012
  • Newer Model is Nikon L820
Panasonic FZ47
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L810 was introduced 7 months after the FZ47 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L810 matches up versus the FZ47 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic FZ47

 L810 FZ47 
IntroducedFebruary 2012July 2011More modern by 7 months
Screen resolution921k460kCrisper screen (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Nikon L810

 FZ47 L810 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ47

 L810 FZ47 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements 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 Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the L810 and the FZ47.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and FZ47 is 74 and 68 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and FZ47.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon L810 to provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger L810 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 sensor size comparison

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L810 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FZ47 as a Portrait photography camera
34
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
38
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/2,000 seconds)
supports face detection focusing
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L810 Street photography information
Panasonic FZ47 Street photography information
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than others (498 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L810 Sports photography info
Panasonic FZ47 Sports photography info
44
incredible zoom range (23-585mm 25.4 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
slow continuous shooting (1.2 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
43
long zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking autofocus
great battery power (400 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L810 Travel photography info
Panasonic FZ47 Travel photography info
60
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (23mm)
very long zoom (585mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
52
great battery power (400 shots)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (498g)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L810 Landscape photography features
Panasonic FZ47 Landscape photography features
41
really wide (23mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
43
has manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great battery power (400 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L810 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FZ47 as a Vlogging camera
27
really wide (23mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
27
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no external mic support
heavier than others (498g)
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ47
 Nikon Coolpix L810Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
General Information
Company Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix L810 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
Other name - Lumix DMC-FZ48
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-02-01 2011-07-21
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Chip - 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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
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
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-585mm (25.4x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.2
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.2fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 9.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/2000s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 430g (0.95 pounds) 498g (1.10 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") 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 300 shots 400 shots
Type of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $280 $379