Panasonic FX90 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX90 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was announced 4 months earlier than the W650 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FX90 matches up vs the W650 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 features outside measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX90 vs Sony W650 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX90 vs the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and W650 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and W650.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W650 to give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.