Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W230
94 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
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The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FH3 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH3 was launched 11 months after the W230 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH3 scores versus the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Sony W230
| FH3 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Panasonic FH3
| W230 | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Sony W230
| FH3 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH3 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH3 against the W230.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and W230.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher FH3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $160 | $180 |