Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic SZ7 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ7 was unveiled 3 years later than the W220 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ7 grades against the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Sony W220
SZ7 | W220 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 37 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic SZ7
W220 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W220
SZ7 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic SZ7 versus Sony W220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ7 versus the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and W220.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer SZ7 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 147 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $199 | $160 |