Canon SX220 HS vs Sony W290

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony W290, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was released 24 months after the W290 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX220 HS grades versus the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS has got external dimensions 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 W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX220 HS against the W290.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and W290.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX220 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.