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Sony W220 vs Sony W330

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

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
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony W220 versus Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W220 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W220 was introduced 12 months earlier than the W330 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony W220 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the W220 scores against the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Sony W330

 W220 W330 
Focus manually More exact focus

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Sony W220

 W330 W220 
LaunchedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Sony W220 and Sony W330

 W220 W330 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony W220 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Sony W220 versus Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the W220 and the W330.

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W220 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the W220 and W330.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W330 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged W220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony W220 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W330 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony W220 as a Street photography camera
Sony W330 as a Street photography camera
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony W220 Sports photography factors
Sony W330 Sports photography factors
25
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony W220
Travel photography with Sony W330
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
65
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony W220 Landscape photography advice
Sony W330 Landscape photography advice
32
focusing 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 exposure
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
37
pretty wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony W220 Vlogging info
Sony W330 Vlogging info
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
26
pretty wide (26mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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Sony W220 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony W220 and Sony W330
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Company Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-01-08 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 30-120mm (4.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-7.1 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance 5cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.10 m (Auto ISO) 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 147 gr (0.32 lb) 128 gr (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $160 $170