Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
28 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
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Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS12 was revealed 2 months after the W290 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FS12 grades versus the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Sony W290
| FS12 | W290 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Panasonic FS12
| W290 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Sony W290
| FS12 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2009 |  | February 2009 | Same age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FS12 and the W290.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and W290.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-04-17 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| 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 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 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 129 gr (0.28 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $228 | $230 |