Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ30

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was brought out 17 months before the LZ30 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FZ47 scores vs the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 has got external measurements 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 LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ47 compared to the LZ30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and LZ30 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and LZ30.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to render more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older FZ47 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.