Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GH5

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic GH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and GH5 (20MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ47 was released 6 years before the GH5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ47 matches up against the GH5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 has got physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic GH5 has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic GH5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ47 and the GH5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and GH5 is 68 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and GH5.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ47 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GH5 will give more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.