Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ47

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic FZ47, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was introduced 3 years before the FZ47 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FS15 scores vs the FZ47 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions 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 ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FS15 against the FZ47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and FZ47 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and FZ47.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The older FS15 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.