Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZR3

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZR3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was manufactured 19 months after the ZR3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ47 matches up against the ZR3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has got external measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FZ47 versus the ZR3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and ZR3 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and ZR3.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZR3 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FZ47 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.