Panasonic FH20 vs Sony W690

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FH20 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was launched 3 years prior to the W690 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH20 matches up against the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 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 that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH20 and the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and W690 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and W690.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony W690 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.