Sony RX1 vs Sony WX10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sony RX1 vs Sony WX10, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and WX10 (16MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and WX10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The RX1 was unveiled 2 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the RX1 grades vs the WX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony RX1 features outside measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the RX1 against the WX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and WX10 is 79 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1 and WX10.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX1 will produce extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher RX1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.