Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GF6

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic GF6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was released 20 months earlier than the GF6 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ47 scores versus the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ47 and the GF6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and GF6 is 68 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and GF6.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ47 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF6 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.