Canon A2200 vs Sony W620

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon A2200 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was manufactured 12 months prior to the W620 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A2200 scores vs the W620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A2200 provides external dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2200 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A2200 vs the W620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2200 and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and W620.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older A2200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.