Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G7

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and G7 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ47 was announced 4 years before the G7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ47 grades versus the G7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 features exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ47 vs the G7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and G7 is 68 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and G7.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G7 will resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.