Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax RS1500

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax RS1500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was brought out 5 months after the RS1500 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the FZ47 scores versus the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 has got outer dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FZ47 and the RS1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and RS1500 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and RS1500.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax RS1500 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively.