Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX220
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
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Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon IXUS 165 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
YouTube trialing AI that fast-forwards to the best video segmentsThe IXUS 165 was unveiled 11 months later than the WX220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the IXUS 165 grades against the WX220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon IXUS 165 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are available at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Sony WX220
| IXUS 165 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | February 2014 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Canon IXUS 165
| WX220 | IXUS 165 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Sony WX220
| IXUS 165 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the IXUS 165 versus the WX220.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the IXUS 165 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the IXUS 165 and WX220.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon IXUS 165 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer IXUS 165 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
| Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2014-02-12 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | 210 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-11L/LH | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $0 | $198 |
