Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2009
Photography Glossary Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH6 was released 2 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH6 scores against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Sony W230
| FH6 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Panasonic FH6
| W230 | FH6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W230
| FH6 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH6 vs the W230.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and W230.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH6 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer FH6 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-01-09 | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 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 | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 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 | 280 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $129 | $180 |