Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W220

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W220, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was released within a month of the W220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FS15 scores against the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 vs the W220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and W220.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.