Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220
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Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released August 2010
- Replacement is Canon SX150 IS
(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
- Launched January 2009

Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX130 IS and Sony W220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was revealed 20 months later than the W220 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS grades vs the W220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Sony W220
SX130 IS | W220 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 20 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Canon SX130 IS
W220 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Sony W220
SX130 IS | W220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS has got physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Canon SX130 IS and Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS versus the W220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and W220 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and W220.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX130 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $160 |