Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ47

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ47, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was introduced 5 years later than the FZ47 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-5 grades against the FZ47 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-5 against the FZ47.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and FZ47 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and FZ47.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.