Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-1

Below is a extended review of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The FZ47 was introduced 5 years prior to the K-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ47 scores vs the K-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 has external dimensions 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 Pentax K-1 has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 versus the K-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and K-1 is 68 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and K-1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ47 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax K-1 will produce extra detail using its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FZ47 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.