Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Released February 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX410 IS was introduced 6 years after the W220 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX410 IS matches up versus the W220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Sony W220
SX410 IS | W220 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 74 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Canon SX410 IS
W220 | SX410 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Sony W220
SX410 IS | W220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX410 IS has physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX410 IS and the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX410 IS and W220 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and W220.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX410 IS to give greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX410 IS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.5 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 185 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $199 | $160 |