Sony W220 vs Sony W370
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Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Sony W220 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the W220 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe W220 was revealed 12 months earlier than the W370 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the W220 grades versus the W370 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are viewable at Sony W220 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Sony W370
W220 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Sony W220
W370 | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony W220 and Sony W370
W220 | W370 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony W220 features physical 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony W220 versus Sony W370 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the W220 vs the W370.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W220 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the W220 and W370.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W370 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older W220 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony W220 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-120mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-7.1 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 gr (0.32 lb) | 179 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $160 | $230 |