Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic F5 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe F5 was released 4 years after the W220 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the F5 matches up versus the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Sony W220
F5 | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic F5
W220 | F5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Sony W220
F5 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 has got external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic F5 and Sony W220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the F5 versus the W220.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and W220.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic F5 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent F5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic F5 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 250 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $100 | $160 |