Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic SZ8

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was introduced 3 years before the SZ8 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FZ47 matches up against the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has physical dimensions 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 SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ47 and the SZ8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and SZ8 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and SZ8.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ8 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.