Canon A2200 vs Sony WX80

Here, we will be comparing the Canon A2200 vs Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was introduced 24 months earlier than the WX80 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A2200 scores vs the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A2200 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2200 vs the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and WX80.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX80 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A2200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.