Canon SX220 HS vs Sony W230

The following is a thorough overview of the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony W230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was unveiled 24 months after the W230 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX220 HS scores vs the W230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS provides external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the W230.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and W230.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX220 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.