Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FZ47

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic FZ47, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was introduced 3 years earlier than the FZ47 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FS25 matches up against the FZ47 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FS25 and the FZ47.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and FZ47 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and FZ47.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files but you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older FS25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.