Canon A2200 vs Sony W220

Lets look much closer at the Canon A2200 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was brought out 2 years later than the W220 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A2200 matches up against the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2200 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Canon A2200 versus Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A2200 and the W220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A2200 and W220.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon A2200 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern A2200 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.