Sony HX1 vs Sony W220

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony HX1 and Sony W220, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and W220 (12MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and W220 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HX1 was brought out 4 months after the W220 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the HX1 grades against the W220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX1 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX1 features exterior measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX1 and Sony W220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the HX1 against the W220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and W220 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX1 and W220.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W220 will deliver extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.