Panasonic FX700 vs Sony W290

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was launched 18 months later than the W290 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX700 grades versus the W290 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 has physical measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FX700 vs the W290.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and W290.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX700 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger FX700 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.