Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220
94 Imaging
34 Features
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Other Name is PL70
(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
- Introduced January 2009

Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung SL720 and Sony W220, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SL720 was brought out 7 months later than the W220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SL720 scores vs the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Sony W220
SL720 | W220 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung SL720
W220 | SL720 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Sony W220
SL720 | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung SL720 provides physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Samsung SL720 and Sony W220 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SL720 vs the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL720 and W220.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SL720 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Otherwise known as | PL70 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-14 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $119 | $160 |