• 1/1.7 inch 43.3mm2
  • 14.7 megapixels
  • 36.00mm - 133.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 30.00mm - 120.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SD990 IS advantages over Sony DSC-W220

  • Larger sensor
    1/1.7 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • More pixels
    14.7 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 100 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Sony DSC-W220 advantages over Canon SD990 IS

  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $400 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 370 vs 280 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Lighter weight
    118g vs 160g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    30 mm vs 36 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    1.7 fps vs 1.4 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NV24 HD

Canon SD990 IS
Samsung NV24 HD
  • $400
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • HDMI out

Compare Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung NV24 HD

Sony DSC-W220
Samsung NV24 HD
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video

Compare Sony DSC-W220 vs Samsung NV24 HD

Compared to Sony DSC-W300

Canon SD990 IS
Sony DSC-W300
  • $400
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $350
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Longer exposure
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Canon SD990 IS vs Sony DSC-W300

Sony DSC-W220
Sony DSC-W300
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $350
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sony DSC-W220 vs Sony DSC-W300

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX150

Canon SD990 IS
Panasonic DMC-FX150
  • $400
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $400
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic DMC-FX150

Sony DSC-W220
Panasonic DMC-FX150
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $400
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • RAW file ability

Compare Sony DSC-W220 vs Panasonic DMC-FX150

Compared to Nikon S710

Canon SD990 IS
Nikon S710
  • $400
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $380
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S710

Sony DSC-W220
Nikon S710
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $380
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W220 vs Nikon S710

Compared to Nikon S570

Canon SD990 IS
Nikon S570
  • $400
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight

Compare Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S570

Sony DSC-W220
Nikon S570
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Sony DSC-W220 vs Nikon S570

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