Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W610

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic FX75 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was unveiled 19 months earlier than the W610 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX75 matches up against the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FX75 against the W610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and W610.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FX75 will be behind in sensor tech.