Canon N vs Sony W220
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Canon N vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Canon N vs Sony W220 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon N and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The N was released 4 years after the W220 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the N grades vs the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon N vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Sony W220
N | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Canon N
W220 | N | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon N and Sony W220
N | W220 |
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Canon N vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon N comes with outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon N and Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the N compared to the W220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon N vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the N and W220.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher N provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon N vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Sony W220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $160 |