Panasonic FS7 vs Sony W310

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FS7 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FS7 (1/2.5") and W310 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS7 was unveiled 11 months prior to the W310 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FS7 scores against the W310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS7 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS7 vs Sony W310 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FS7 vs the W310.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS7 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and W310.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS7 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony W310 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FS7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.