Samsung CL5 vs Sony WX1

Let's look closer at the Samsung CL5 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the CL5 (9MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very close but the CL5 (1/2.5") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The CL5 was brought out 5 months prior to the WX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the CL5 matches up vs the WX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL5 provides external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Samsung CL5 versus Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CL5 vs the WX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CL5 and WX1.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CL5 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony WX1 will render more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.