Panasonic F5 vs Sony W690

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic F5 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The F5 was introduced 11 months after the W690 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the F5 grades against the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the F5 against the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F5 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and W690.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony W690 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger F5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.