Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W690

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was revealed 2 years later than the W690 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ZS45 matches up against the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W690 has proportions 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 ZS45 versus Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS45 versus the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and W690 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and W690.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent ZS45 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.