Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LF1

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively close but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ47 was announced 3 years earlier than the LF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the FZ47 grades against the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with exterior 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) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic LF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ47 and the LF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and LF1 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and LF1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ47 provides the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged FZ47 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.