Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GH1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was launched 2 years after the GH1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FZ47 matches up versus the GH1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ47 against the GH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and GH1 is 68 and 81 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and GH1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FZ47 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The fresher FZ47 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.