Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic G85

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic G85, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and G85 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and G85 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The FZ47 was introduced 6 years earlier than the G85 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FZ47 grades vs the G85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FZ47 versus the G85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and G85 is 68 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and G85.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ47 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic G85 will produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FZ47 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.