Panasonic FX75 vs Sony A290

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FX75 vs Sony A290, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the A290 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the FX75 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FX75 was announced within a month of the A290 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FX75 matches up versus the A290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX75 has outside dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony A290 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX75 vs Sony A290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FX75 versus the A290.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and A290 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and A290.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The FX75 comes with the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh harder.