Panasonic FP8 vs Sony W690

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony W690, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was brought out 3 years earlier than the W690 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP8 matches up versus the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst 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 out the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FP8 against the W690.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and W690.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W690 to give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.