Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900
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96 Imaging
34 Features
30 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Announced February 2009

Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS12 and Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FS12 was revealed 2 months after the T900 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS12 scores vs the T900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Sony T900
FS12 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Panasonic FS12
T900 | FS12 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Sony T900
FS12 | T900 | |||
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Announced | April 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS12 and Sony T900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FS12 vs the T900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and T900.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-04-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $228 | $300 |