Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ47

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was announced 3 years prior to the FZ47 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SP-565UZ matches up vs the FZ47 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ offers external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ47 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ and the FZ47.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and FZ47 is 72 and 68 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and FZ47.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ47 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.