Samsung SL720 vs Sony W220

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").

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.