Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220
93 Imaging
45 Features
47 Overall
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX600 HS
(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
- Released January 2009

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was announced 6 years after the W220 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX610 HS scores versus the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony W220
SX610 HS | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Canon SX610 HS
W220 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W220
SX610 HS | W220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS features external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX610 HS versus the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and W220.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to result in extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.5 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 191 gr (0.42 lbs) | 147 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 270 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $214 | $160 |