Sony QX100 vs Sony WX9

Below is a in depth overview of the Sony QX100 vs Sony WX9, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the QX100 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the QX100 (1") and WX9 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The QX100 was unveiled 2 years later than the WX9 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the QX100 scores versus the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are viewable at Sony QX100 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony QX100 features external dimensions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony QX100 vs Sony WX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the QX100 and the WX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the QX100 and WX9 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the QX100 and WX9.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The QX100 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony QX100 will show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer QX100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.