Panasonic FZ47 vs Sony WX5

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony WX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ47 was announced 13 months after the WX5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ47 scores vs the WX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 has outside measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Sony WX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ47 against the WX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and WX5 is 68 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ47 and WX5.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer FZ47 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.