Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ47/Panasonic-FZ47-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Launched July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Introduced March 2011
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax K-r, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is very similar but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
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The FZ47 was brought out 5 months after the K-r which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FZ47 grades vs the K-r in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Pentax K-r
FZ47 | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic FZ47
K-r | FZ47 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-r
FZ47 | K-r | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | March 2011 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ47 against the K-r.
![Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r size comparison Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ47-vs-Pentax-K-r-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and K-r is 68 and 67 respectively.
![Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r top view buttons comparison Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ47-vs-Pentax-K-r-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and K-r.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The FZ47 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF harder.
![Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r sensor size comparison Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ47-vs-Pentax-K-r-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ47-vs-Pentax-K-r-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax K-r |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000s | 1/180s |
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) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 498g (1.10 lb) | 598g (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 470 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $379 | $1,100 |