Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS3

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The FZ47 was released 2 years after the ZS3 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ47 scores against the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with exterior 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 ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ47 vs the ZS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and ZS3 is 68 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and ZS3.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ47 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger FZ47 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.