Sony W560 vs Sony W690

Following is a in depth review of the Sony W560 versus Sony W690, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The resolution of the W560 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W560 was announced 13 months before the W690 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the W560 grades vs the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Sony W560 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony W560 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Sony W560 versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the W560 versus the W690.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W560 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the W560 and W690.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged W560 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.