Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX400V

Below is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was revealed 3 years before the HX400V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ47 scores vs the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ47 has physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ47 vs the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and HX400V is 68 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and HX400V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to result in extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older FZ47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.