Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZR1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZR1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was released 2 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ47 scores vs the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 provides outer dimensions 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 ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ47 against the ZR1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and ZR1 is 68 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and ZR1.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer FZ47 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.