Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GM1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic GM1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was launched 3 years earlier than the GM1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ47 matches up against the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 provides physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 vs the GM1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and GM1 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and GM1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ47 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GM1 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older FZ47 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.