Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ47

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon S6500 versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was brought out 18 months later than the FZ47 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S6500 grades against the FZ47 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S6500 and the FZ47.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and FZ47 is 92 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and FZ47.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S6500 to give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer S6500 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.