Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W290

Following is a extended review of the Panasonic FX78 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was introduced 24 months after the W290 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FX78 matches up against the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX78 and Sony W290 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FX78 and the W290.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and W290.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger FX78 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.