Panasonic FZ47 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was revealed 19 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ47 scores versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 comes with 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ47 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the FZ47 against the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and Galaxy Camera is 68 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and Galaxy Camera.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.