Sony W830 vs Sony WX220

In this write-up, we are matching up the Sony W830 and Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the W830 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W830 was launched within a month of the WX220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the W830 scores vs the WX220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Sony W830 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony W830 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the W830 vs the WX220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W830 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W830 and WX220.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W830 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively.