Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W690

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was announced 23 months later than the W690 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS35 grades versus the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS35 has outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 and the W690.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and W690 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and W690.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer ZS35 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.