Panasonic FZ47 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ47 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was introduced 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ47 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has got outer measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ47 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the FZ47 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 is going to be behind in sensor technology.