Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GX850

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GX850, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was revealed 6 years prior to the GX850 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ47 grades versus the GX850 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 has outer dimensions 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 GX850 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ47 against the GX850.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and GX850 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and GX850.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GX850 will offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be behind in sensor tech.