Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500
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Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched June 2015
- Old Model is Sony RX100 III
- Replacement is Sony RX100 V
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 236g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Succeeded the Sony WX350
Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony RX100 IV and Sony WX500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 IV (20MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty comparable but the RX100 IV (1") and WX500 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe RX100 IV was brought out 2 months later than the WX500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the RX100 IV scores against the WX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are available at Sony RX100 IV Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Sony WX500
RX100 IV | WX500 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony WX500 over the Sony RX100 IV
WX500 | RX100 IV |
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Common features in the Sony RX100 IV and Sony WX500
RX100 IV | WX500 | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | April 2015 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 IV enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Sony RX100 IV and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the RX100 IV versus the WX500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 IV and WX500 is 89 and 91 respectively.
Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 IV and WX500.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The RX100 IV due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 IV will provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.
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Sony RX100 IV vs Sony WX500 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-06-10 | 2015-04-14 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-70mm (2.9x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 16.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) | 236 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 562 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 360 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $898 | $348 |