Sony A580 vs Sony WX220

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Sony A580 and Sony WX220, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the A580 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very similar but the A580 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The A580 was unveiled 3 years before the WX220 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A580 grades versus the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A580 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A580 offers outer measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A580 and Sony WX220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A580 against the WX220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A580 and WX220 is 64 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A580 and WX220.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A580 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony WX220 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged A580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.