Panasonic FS12 vs Sony W510

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FS12 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was released 20 months before the W510 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS12 matches up against the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS12 and Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS12 and the W510.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and W510 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and W510.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS12 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.