Panasonic FS7 vs Sony W570

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS7 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and W570 (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and W570 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS7 was launched 24 months before the W570 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FS7 scores versus the W570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS7 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS7 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FS7 vs the W570.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS7 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and W570.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony W570 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.