Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS6

The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was brought out 4 years before the TS6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ47 scores against the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 against the TS6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and TS6 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and TS6.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.