Panasonic FP2 vs Sony W690

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP2 and Sony W690, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 3 years before the W690 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the FP2 grades versus the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 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 FP2 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FP2 vs the W690.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and W690.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W690 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.