Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was launched 20 months after the K-x making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ47 scores versus the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys 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) whilst the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ47 and the K-x.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and K-x is 68 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and K-x.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ47 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh trickier. The more recent FZ47 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.