Panasonic FZ47 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FZ47 and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was released 19 months later than the HZ30W making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FZ47 scores vs the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has outer measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 vs the HZ30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and HZ30W is 68 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and HZ30W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher FZ47 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.