Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FZ47

Following is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FZ47, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was revealed 17 months prior to the FZ47 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 6020 grades vs the FZ47 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FZ47 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 6020 versus the FZ47.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and FZ47 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and FZ47.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 6020 to give you greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.