Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony RX10

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony RX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ47 (12MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the FZ47 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was introduced 3 years earlier than the RX10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ47 grades vs the RX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ47 features physical dimensions 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 RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony RX10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the FZ47 versus the RX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and RX10 is 68 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and RX10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ47 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX10 will produce extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ47 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.