Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic FZ47

Below is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic FZ47, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very well matched but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and FZ47 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GH5S was introduced 6 years later than the FZ47 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the GH5S scores against the FZ47 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH5S enjoys external dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic FZ47 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GH5S against the FZ47.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and FZ47 is 62 and 68 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH5S and FZ47.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GH5S with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FZ47 will resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger GH5S is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.