Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370
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Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010

Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FS15 was announced 11 months earlier than the W370 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the FS15 grades against the W370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Sony W370
FS15 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic FS15
W370 | FS15 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Sony W370
FS15 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 has physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FS15 and the W370.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and W370.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W370 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $230 |