Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was brought out 5 months prior to the SZ1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ47 grades against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys outside measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 compared to the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and SZ1 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The visual underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ1 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively.