Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610
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Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FX78 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FX78 was introduced 11 months earlier than the W610 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FX78 scores against the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Sony W610
FX78 | W610 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Panasonic FX78
W610 | FX78 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Sony W610
FX78 | W610 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX78 features physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FX78 and Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FX78 vs the W610.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and W610.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W610 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-25 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $210 | $200 |