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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50

Portability
68
Imaging
35
Features
45
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
57
Overall
45

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs

Panasonic FZ47
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
  • Revealed July 2011
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
Panasonic ZS50
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ70
  • Superseded the Panasonic ZS45
  • Replacement is Panasonic ZS60
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was launched 4 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the FZ47 matches up versus the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Panasonic ZS50

 FZ47 ZS50 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Panasonic FZ47

 ZS50 FZ47 
IntroducedJanuary 2015July 2011More recent by 42 months
Screen resolution1040k460kSharper screen (+580k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic ZS50

 FZ47 ZS50 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 provides exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ47 against the ZS50.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and ZS50 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and ZS50.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older FZ47 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic ZS50 Portrait photography factors
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has manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/2,000s)
has face detect autofocus
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
42
has manual focus
supports face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Street photography info
Panasonic ZS50 Street photography info
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average (498g)
68
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition (243g)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Sports photography details
Panasonic ZS50 Sports photography details
42
excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
better than average battery life (400 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
43
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS50 Travel photography features
51
better than average battery life (400 CIPA)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
very long zoom (600mm)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average (498g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
66
lighter than competition (243g)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZS50 Landscape photography highlights
43
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
better than average battery life (400 per charge)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
51
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS50 as a Vlogging camera
27
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic socket
heavier than average (498g)
34
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (243g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone socket
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic ZS50
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50
General Information
Company Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50
Also called Lumix DMC-FZ48 Lumix DMC-TZ70
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-07-21 2015-01-06
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 23 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.2 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 460k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.46x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 9.50 m 6.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/2000s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 498g (1.10 lb) 243g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 44
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 138
Other
Battery life 400 shots 300 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $379 $350