Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W370

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was introduced 11 months prior to the W370 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FX580 grades vs the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FX580 and the W370.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and W370.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony W370 to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.