Canon SX220 HS vs Sony W610

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX220 HS and Sony W610, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The SX220 HS was released 11 months earlier than the W610 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX220 HS scores vs the W610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Canon SX220 HS and Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX220 HS against the W610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and W610.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W610 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.