Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G2

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ47 was brought out 13 months later than the G2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FZ47 grades against the G2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 offers physical 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) while the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 against the G2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and G2 is 68 and 72 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and G2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The FZ47 uses the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The younger FZ47 provides an edge in sensor tech.