Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX150

Following is a in depth analysis of the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony WX150, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is pretty close but the RX100 VI (1") and WX150 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 VI was released 6 years after the WX150 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the RX100 VI matches up versus the WX150 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 VI offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony WX150 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the RX100 VI compared to the WX150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VI and WX150 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 VI and WX150.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX100 VI featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 VI will result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern RX100 VI will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.