Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Announced July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Launched February 2012
- Later Model is Sony HX20V
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FZ47 was revealed 7 months prior to the HX10V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ47 scores against the HX10V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Sony HX10V
FZ47 | HX10V | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Panasonic FZ47
HX10V | FZ47 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | July 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Sony HX10V
FZ47 | HX10V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 features outer dimensions 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 HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony HX10V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ47 against the HX10V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and HX10V is 68 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and HX10V.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to produce greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-21 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 498g (1.10 lb) | 234g (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 320 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $379 | $616 |