Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ30
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FZ47 was launched 12 months before the LZ20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ47 scores against the LZ20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Panasonic LZ20
FZ47 | LZ20 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic FZ47
LZ20 | FZ47 | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | July 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic LZ20
FZ47 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 provides physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has proportions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ47 against the LZ20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and LZ20 is 68 and 71 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and LZ20.
Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ20 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 498 grams (1.10 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 380 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $379 | $250 |