Sony A99 II vs Sony W220

Following is a in depth analysis of the Sony A99 II vs Sony W220, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the A99 II (42MP) and W220 (12MP) and the A99 II (Full frame) and W220 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The A99 II was revealed 7 years after the W220 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A99 II matches up vs the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A99 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A99 II Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A99 II enjoys external measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A99 II compared to the W220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A99 II and W220 is 57 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A99 II and W220.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A99 II having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony A99 II will render extra detail because of its extra 30MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern A99 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.