Sony W220 vs Sony W710

Its time to look much closer at the Sony W220 and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the W220 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W220 was brought out 5 years before the W710 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the W220 matches up versus the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Sony W220 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Sony W220 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Sony W220 and Sony W710 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 are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the W220 versus the W710.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W220 and W710 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the W220 and W710.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W710 to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged W220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.