Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FZ47

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FZ47, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was announced 5 months earlier than the FZ47 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX78 matches up vs the FZ47 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 features external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FX78 versus the FZ47.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and FZ47 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and FZ47.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration.