Sony A7c vs Sony WX5
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88 Overall
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Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Revealed September 2020
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010
Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony A7c vs Sony WX5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the A7c (24MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the A7c (Full frame) and WX5 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A7c was brought out 10 years after the WX5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A7c scores against the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7c & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A7c Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony WX5
A7c | WX5 | |||
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Released | September 2020 | July 2010 | Newer by 125 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Sony A7c
WX5 | A7c |
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Common features in the Sony A7c and Sony WX5
A7c | WX5 |
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Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sony A7c features exterior measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A7c against the WX5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A7c and WX5 is 78 and 95 respectively.
Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7c and WX5.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A7c featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony A7c will offer you extra detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher A7c will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A7c vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2020-09-14 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 122 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 509 gr (1.12 lbs) | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 740 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,800 | $250 |