Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax MX-1

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax MX-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very close but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The FZ47 was released 23 months before the MX-1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ47 scores versus the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 offers 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) and the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax MX-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ47 compared to the MX-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and MX-1 is 68 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and MX-1.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged FZ47 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.