Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Launched July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Revealed April 2007
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Panasonic L1
FZ47 | L1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | April 2007 | Newer by 53 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 207k | Crisper display (+253k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L1 over the Panasonic FZ47
L1 | FZ47 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic L1
FZ47 | L1 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic L1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic L1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2007-04-11 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 7 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3136 x 2352 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 207k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | AVCHD | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 498g (1.10 lb) | 606g (1.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $379 | $1,500 |