Sony G3 vs Sony W690

Following is a in depth overview of the Sony G3 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G3 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the W690 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G3 grades against the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony G3 comes with outside dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Sony G3 versus Sony W690 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G3 against the W690.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and W690.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.