Sony HX300 vs Sony W220

Here is a thorough overview of the Sony HX300 vs Sony W220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the HX300 (20MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was unveiled 4 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the HX300 grades against the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX300 enjoys outer dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX300 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX300 versus the W220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX300 and W220 is 63 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX300 and W220.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX300 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern HX300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.