Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic FZ70

The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the FZ70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the FZ47 matches up against the FZ70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 features external measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic FZ70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the FZ47 compared to the FZ70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and FZ70 is 68 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and FZ70.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.