Clicky

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
29
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Panasonic FX580
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
Sony W220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
  • 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
Photography Glossary

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Overview

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The FX580 was launched around the same time to the W220 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX580 scores vs the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes
	
	

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Sony W220

 FX580 W220 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic FX580

 W220 FX580 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Sony W220

 FX580 W220 
ReleasedJanuary 2009January 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony W220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FX580 against the W220.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and W220.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FX580
Portrait photography with Sony W220
26
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Street Comparison

Panasonic FX580 as a Street photography camera
Sony W220 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Sports photography information
Sony W220 Sports photography information
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Travel Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Travel photography factors
Sony W220 Travel photography factors
58
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
no Timelapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
51
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Landscape photography information
Sony W220 Landscape photography information
36
relatively wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse function
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FX580
Vlogging with Sony W220
30
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FX580 and Sony W220
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX550 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-27 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.8-7.1
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 2.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 167g (0.37 pounds) 147g (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $499 $160