Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620
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Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon A2100 IS versus Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2100 IS was unveiled 3 years prior to the W620 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A2100 IS matches up against the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Sony W620
A2100 IS | W620 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Canon A2100 IS
W620 | A2100 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Sony W620
A2100 IS | W620 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A2100 IS has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2100 IS versus Sony W620 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A2100 IS and the W620.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and W620 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and W620.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony W620 to deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Sony W620 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $220 | $102 |