Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Replaced the Sony RX100 V
- Updated by Sony RX100 VII
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony WX220, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very close but the RX100 VI (1") and WX220 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RX100 VI was released 4 years later than the WX220 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the RX100 VI grades vs the WX220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 VI Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony WX220
RX100 VI | WX220 | |||
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Launched | June 2018 | February 2014 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 460k | Clearer display (+769k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Sony RX100 VI
WX220 | RX100 VI |
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Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony WX220
RX100 VI | WX220 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 VI enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony WX220 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the RX100 VI and the WX220.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VI and WX220 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 VI and WX220.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The RX100 VI featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX100 VI will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern RX100 VI provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2018-06-05 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 315 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 24.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 301g (0.66 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 210 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,198 | $198 |