Panasonic F5 vs Sony W650

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic F5 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was unveiled 13 months later than the W650 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the F5 grades vs the W650 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the F5 against the W650.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and W650.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W650 to offer more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger F5 provides an edge in sensor tech.