Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W230

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 2 years later than the W230 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the 3D1 grades vs the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 has outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 3D1 and the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and W230.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger 3D1 should have an edge in sensor technology.