Sony W510 vs Sony WX220

Here, we are matching up the Sony W510 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the W510 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W510 was brought out 4 years before the WX220 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the W510 grades against the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are provided at Sony W510 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony W510 features outer measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony W510 versus Sony WX220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the W510 compared to the WX220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W510 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W510 and WX220.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX220 to produce greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older W510 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.