Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Released July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ47 was launched 6 months prior to the TS4 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ47 scores versus the TS4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Panasonic TS4
FZ47 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic FZ47
TS4 | FZ47 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic TS4
FZ47 | TS4 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2012 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 versus the TS4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and TS4 is 68 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and TS4.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-07-21 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 498g (1.10 pounds) | 197g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 310 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $379 | $399 |