Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LX7

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic LX7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was introduced 15 months earlier than the LX7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ47 grades versus the LX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 provides physical measurements 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 LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 against the LX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and LX7 is 68 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and LX7.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ47 will produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.