Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FZ47

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FZ47, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FZ47 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FZ47 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was revealed 9 years after the FZ47 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S5 matches up against the FZ47 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S5 versus the FZ47.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and FZ47 is 60 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and FZ47.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S5 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will offer extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent S5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.