Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1
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Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Previous Model is Sony HX100V
- Replacement is Sony HX300
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Sony HX200V and Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the HX200V (18MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the HX200V (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HX200V was announced 2 years later than the WX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the HX200V matches up versus the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Sony WX1
HX200V | WX1 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | August 2009 | More recent by 34 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Sony HX200V
WX1 | HX200V |
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Common features in the Sony HX200V and Sony WX1
HX200V | WX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX200V has outside measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Sony HX200V and Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the HX200V versus the WX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HX200V and WX1 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX200V and WX1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HX200V using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX200V will resolve greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger HX200V is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony HX200V vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-05-11 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-810mm (30.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 583g (1.29 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 450 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $480 | $149 |