Sony RX1 vs Sony WX220

Following is a thorough overview of the Sony RX1 and Sony WX220, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and WX220 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX1 was introduced 11 months prior to the WX220 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the RX1 matches up vs the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are available at Sony RX1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX1 provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the RX1 vs the WX220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the RX1 and WX220 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1 and WX220.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The RX1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony RX1 will produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged RX1 will be behind in sensor innovation.