Sony W220 vs Sony W230

In this write-up, we are looking at the Sony W220 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W220 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W220 was launched about the same time to the W230 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the W220 matches up versus the W230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Sony W220 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony W220 has external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the W220 versus the W230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W220 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the W220 and W230.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration.