Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ47

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic FZ47, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FZ47 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FZ47 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 II was introduced 7 years later than the FZ47 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the LX100 II scores vs the FZ47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II has outer measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing 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 Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic FZ47 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the FZ47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and FZ47 is 81 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and FZ47.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will resolve extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.