Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W690
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37 Features
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95 Imaging
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012
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Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W690, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FP5 was released 13 months earlier than the W690 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FP5 scores versus the W690 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Sony W690
| FP5 | W690 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Panasonic FP5
| W690 | FP5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Sony W690
| FP5 | W690 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP5 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FP5 and the W690.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and W690.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W690 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older FP5 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W690 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, 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 | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 141 gr (0.31 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 pictures | 220 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $199 | $297 |
