Panasonic FH10 vs Sony W690

The following is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH10 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was launched 11 months after the W690 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the FH10 scores against the W690 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH10 against the W690.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and W690 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and W690.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer FH10 should have an advantage in sensor tech.