Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony A450

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony A450, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively close but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ47 was brought out 19 months later than the A450 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FZ47 matches up against the A450 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 features outside measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony A450 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FZ47 vs the A450.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and A450 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and A450.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FZ47 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A450 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FZ47 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.