Panasonic FX700 vs Sony W610

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was launched 17 months before the W610 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FX700 grades versus the W610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony W610 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX700 and the W610.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX700 and W610.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older FX700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.