Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W690

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was revealed very close to the W690 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH6 scores against the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH6 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FH6 versus the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and W690.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W690 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.