Panasonic FS7 vs Sony W560

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FS7 and Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and W560 (14MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and W560 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The FS7 was brought out 24 months prior to the W560 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FS7 grades versus the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS7 has got external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS7 and Sony W560 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FS7 against the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and W560.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony W560 will give you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.