Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony W290
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Lets look more closely at the Panasonic SZ3 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SZ3 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SZ3 was introduced 3 years later than the W290 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ3 matches up vs the W290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Sony W290
| SZ3 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Panasonic SZ3
| W290 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Sony W290
| SZ3 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ3 features outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ3 and the W290.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ3 and W290.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The newer SZ3 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.10 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | 250 images | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $150 | $230 |
