Panasonic FH10 vs Sony W650

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was manufactured 13 months later than the W650 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH10 grades versus the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony W650 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH10 vs the W650.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and W650 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and W650.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher FH10 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.