Nikon P330 vs Sony W220

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P330 vs Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and W220 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The P330 was introduced 4 years after the W220 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P330 scores against the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P330 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P330 vs Sony W220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the P330 versus the W220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and W220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and W220.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The P330 has the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern P330 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.