Sony S930 vs Sony W220

Here is a detailed assessment of the Sony S930 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the S930 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S930 was unveiled at a similar time to the W220 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S930 matches up versus the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Sony S930 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony S930 has got outside dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S930 compared to the W220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S930 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S930 and W220.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony W220 to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.