Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-S2

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the K-S2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FZ47 grades against the K-S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 features external measurements 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-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ47 versus the K-S2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and K-S2 is 68 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and K-S2.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-S2 will result in more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.