Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony W690

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic SZ8 and Sony W690, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was manufactured 23 months after the W690 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ8 matches up vs the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ8 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ8 versus the W690.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and W690.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ8 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.