Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730
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Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Announced June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FX75 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FX75 was introduced 3 years prior to the W730 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FX75 scores versus the W730 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Sony W730
FX75 | W730 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Panasonic FX75
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Sony W730
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX75 versus Sony W730 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FX75 compared to the W730.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX75 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and W730.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony W730 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FX75 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX75 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $139 | $138 |