Sony A560 vs Sony WX9

Here is a extended comparison of the Sony A560 and Sony WX9, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the A560 (14MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly close but the A560 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The A560 was released 4 months prior to the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A560 grades vs the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A560 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony A560 has exterior measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A560 compared to the WX9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A560 and WX9 is 64 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A560 and WX9.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A560 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX9 will render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.