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Sony G3 vs Sony W220

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Sony W220
(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
  • Announced January 2009
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Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Overview

The following is a extended review of the Sony G3 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the G3 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G3 was revealed about the same time to the W220 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the G3 grades against the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony W220

 G3 W220 
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Sony G3

 W220 G3 

Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony W220

 G3 W220 
AnnouncedJanuary 2009January 2009Same age
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony G3 features outside measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Sony G3 and Sony W220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G3 compared to the W220.

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and W220.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony W220 to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony G3
Portrait photography with Sony W220
26
has manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
you can focus manually
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony G3 Street photography details
Sony W220 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony G3 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W220 as a Sports photography camera
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sony G3 Travel photography advice
Sony W220 Travel photography advice
50
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony G3 Landscape photography features
Sony W220 Landscape photography features
36
has manual focus
very good size screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony G3 Vlogging details
Sony W220 Vlogging details
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic port
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Sony G3 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony G3 and Sony W220
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-10.0 f/2.8-7.1
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 921 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 1s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.30 m (Auto ISO) 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185 grams (0.41 lbs) 147 grams (0.32 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $200 $160