Panasonic FS42 vs Sony W510

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly similar but the FS42 (1/2.5") and W510 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS42 was unveiled 20 months before the W510 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FS42 grades against the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS42 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FS42 compared to the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and W510 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and W510.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony W510 will offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FS42 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.