Sony H70 vs Sony WX9

Following is a complete overview of the Sony H70 and Sony WX9, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The H70 was released within a month of the WX9 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony H70 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the H70 grades against the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony H70 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the H70 and the WX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the H70 and WX9 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the H70 and WX9.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.