Panasonic S3 vs Sony W290

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic S3 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3 was brought out 23 months later than the W290 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3 matches up against the W290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S3 vs Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S3 and the W290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and W290.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic S3 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S3 should have a benefit in sensor technology.