Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W320

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was manufactured 13 months after the W320 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FH5 matches up against the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W320 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FH5 against the W320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and W320 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and W320.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH5 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent FH5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.