Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ40

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was announced 3 years prior to the LZ40 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ47 scores vs the LZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 provides outside dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has sizing of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ47 and the LZ40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and LZ40 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and LZ40.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ40 to offer more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.