Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-5

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax K-5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and K-5 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ47 was announced 8 months later than the K-5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the FZ47 scores versus the K-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax K-5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 offers outer 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 Pentax K-5 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax K-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 against the K-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and K-5 is 68 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and K-5.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ47 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-5 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher FZ47 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.