Sony NEX-5R vs Sony WX1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony NEX-5R vs Sony WX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the NEX-5R (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the NEX-5R (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-5R was manufactured 3 years later than the WX1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the NEX-5R grades vs the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5R has got outside measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-5R vs Sony WX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NEX-5R vs the WX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5R and WX1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5R and WX1.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5R featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony NEX-5R will resolve more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern NEX-5R will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.