Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic FZ47

Following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was manufactured 12 months prior to the FZ47 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ100 scores versus the FZ47 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ100 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ100 against the FZ47.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and FZ47 is 67 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and FZ47.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ100 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.