Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ47

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon P520 and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P520 was launched 19 months later than the FZ47 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P520 grades vs the FZ47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P520 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P520 has physical measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Nikon P520 and Panasonic FZ47 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P520 vs the FZ47.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and FZ47 is 66 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and FZ47.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P520 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher P520 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.