Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10
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Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FX700 was released 5 months prior to the WX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FX700 matches up against the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Sony WX10
FX700 | WX10 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Panasonic FX700
WX10 | FX700 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Sony WX10
FX700 | WX10 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX700 provides outer measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX700 vs the WX10.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and WX10 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and WX10.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.8" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 161 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $200 |