Panasonic GF2 vs Sony W690

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic GF2 and Sony W690, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and W690 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The GF2 was announced 12 months earlier than the W690 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GF2 matches up vs the W690 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF2 versus the W690.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and W690 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and W690.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF2 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W690 will give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GF2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.