Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690
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Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH5 was brought out 13 months prior to the W690 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH5 scores versus the W690 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Sony W690
FH5 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Panasonic FH5
W690 | FH5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W690
FH5 | W690 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W690 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH5 and the W690.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and W690.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS18 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $169 | $297 |