Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Replacement is Sony A6000
Photography Glossary Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony NEX-6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ47 was launched 20 months earlier than the NEX-6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ47 scores against the NEX-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Sony NEX-6
| FZ47 | NEX-6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Panasonic FZ47
| NEX-6 | FZ47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | March 2013 |  | July 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony NEX-6
| FZ47 | NEX-6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ47 versus the NEX-6.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and NEX-6 is 68 and 85 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and NEX-6.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ47 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony NEX-6 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older FZ47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2011-07-21 | 2013-03-25 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.50 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 498 gr (1.10 pounds) | 345 gr (0.76 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1018 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photos | 360 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $379 | $365 |