Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX220

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.