Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G5

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic G5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and G5 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was unveiled 12 months before the G5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ47 matches up versus the G5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ47 versus the G5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and G5 is 68 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and G5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ47 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G5 will give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.