Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W290

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FS15 and Sony W290, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was announced around the same time to the W290 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FS15 matches up vs the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS15 and Sony W290 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FS15 versus the W290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and W290.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.