Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic L1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and L1 (7MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ47 was brought out 4 years after the L1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FZ47 grades against the L1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with outside dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ47 compared to the L1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and L1 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and L1.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FZ47 will provide more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern FZ47 will have an edge in sensor tech.