Canon G12 vs Sony W220

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon G12 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the G12 (1/1.7") and W220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G12 was revealed 2 years later than the W220 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G12 grades vs the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G12 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G12 vs the W220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and W220 is 83 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and W220.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G12 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony W220 will give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G12 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.