Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GF7

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GF7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ47 was unveiled 4 years prior to the GF7 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FZ47 scores against the GF7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys 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 GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ47 against the GF7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and GF7 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and GF7.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ47 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic GF7 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FZ47 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.