Sony W550 vs Sony WX220

Following is a extensive analysis of the Sony W550 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the W550 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W550 was announced 3 years earlier than the WX220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the W550 grades vs the WX220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are available at Sony W550 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony W550 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the W550 versus the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W550 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the W550 and WX220.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX220 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged W550 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.