Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony A300

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony A300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is fairly close but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The FZ47 was introduced 3 years after the A300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FZ47 scores against the A300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 provides external dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony A300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 against the A300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and A300 is 68 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and A300.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ47 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent FZ47 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.