Canon A2100 IS vs Sony WX70

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon A2100 IS vs Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the WX70 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A2100 IS scores vs the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS vs Sony WX70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A2100 IS compared to the WX70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and WX70 is 92 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and WX70.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX70 to offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older A2100 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.