Sony RX100 II vs Sony WX1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony RX100 II versus Sony WX1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the RX100 II (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the RX100 II (1") and WX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 II was launched 3 years after the WX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the RX100 II matches up versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 II Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 II has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the RX100 II vs the WX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 II and WX1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 II and WX1.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RX100 II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX100 II will offer more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent RX100 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.