Panasonic LS5 vs Sony W690

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was launched 7 months earlier than the W690 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the LS5 matches up against the W690 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony W690 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the LS5 against the W690.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and W690.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W690 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.