Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ47

Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ47, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was launched 18 months before the FZ47 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH20 scores vs the FZ47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FH20 vs the FZ47.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and FZ47 is 93 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and FZ47.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.