Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS1

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was manufactured 2 years after the ZS1 which is quite a significant gap 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 ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ47 matches up versus the ZS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with exterior 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 ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ47 and the ZS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and ZS1 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and ZS1.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ47 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FZ47 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent FZ47 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.