Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony W290

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was revealed 6 months later than the W290 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZR1 grades vs the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ZR1 against the W290.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and W290.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.