Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Released July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
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Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony NEX-5T, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ47 was released 3 years earlier than the NEX-5T which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the FZ47 matches up vs the NEX-5T with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Sony NEX-5T
| FZ47 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Panasonic FZ47
| NEX-5T | FZ47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2013 |  | July 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony NEX-5T
| FZ47 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 features exterior 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) while the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ47 vs the NEX-5T.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and NEX-5T is 68 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and NEX-5T.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony NEX-5T will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2011-07-21 | 2013-08-27 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 99 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.50 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 498 grams (1.10 lb) | 276 grams (0.61 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photos | 330 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $379 | $400 |
