Sony a1 vs Sony WX150
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Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Introduced January 2021
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012

Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Sony a1 versus Sony WX150, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the a1 (50MP) and WX150 (18MP) and the a1 (Full frame) and WX150 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

The a1 was introduced 9 years after the WX150 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the a1 matches up versus the WX150 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony a1 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Sony WX150
a1 | WX150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2021 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 109 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+979k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Sony a1
WX150 | a1 |
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Common features in the Sony a1 and Sony WX150
a1 | WX150 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony a1 offers exterior dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Sony a1 versus Sony WX150 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the a1 compared to the WX150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the a1 and WX150 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the a1 and WX150.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The a1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony a1 will produce greater detail using its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent a1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony a1 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Sony Alpha a1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2021-01-26 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 50 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8640 x 5760 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 759 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 133 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,440k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 9,437k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.9x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/400 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 7680x4320 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 737 grams (1.62 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 530 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Launch price | $6,498 | $300 |