Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W690

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was launched 5 months later than the W690 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZS15 scores against the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS15 vs the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and W690 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and W690.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.