Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic FZ47

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic FZ47, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and FZ47 (12MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and FZ47 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 was released 2 years later than the FZ47 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FZ1000 matches up versus the FZ47 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 has exterior measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic FZ47 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ1000 and the FZ47.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and FZ47 is 55 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and FZ47.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.