Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS5

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was brought out 14 months after the ZS5 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ47 scores vs the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 has external measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ47 vs the ZS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and ZS5 is 68 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and ZS5.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ47 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.