Sony RX100 VA vs Sony WX1

On this page, we are reviewing the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony WX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the RX100 VA (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the RX100 VA (1") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor size.

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The RX100 VA was brought out 9 years after the WX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the RX100 VA scores vs the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VA Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VA provides outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 VA vs the WX1.

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

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 VA and WX1.

To sum up, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX100 VA featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony RX100 VA will provide more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern RX100 VA will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.