Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2009
Photography Glossary Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SZ7 was manufactured 2 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ7 matches up versus the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Sony W290
| SZ7 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Panasonic SZ7
| W290 | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W290
| SZ7 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ7 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W290 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ7 vs the W290.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and W290.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ7 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SZ7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $199 | $230 |