Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony W220

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus FE-4000 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was introduced 7 months after the W220 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FE-4000 matches up against the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4000 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-4000 and Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the W220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and W220.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern FE-4000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.