Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300
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75 Overall
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push 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
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 V
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VII
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Refreshed by Sony WX350
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively close but the RX100 VI (1") and WX300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RX100 VI was brought out 5 years later than the WX300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the RX100 VI grades vs the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are available at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony WX300
RX100 VI | WX300 | |||
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Revealed | June 2018 | February 2013 | Fresher by 65 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 460k | Clearer screen (+769k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Sony RX100 VI
WX300 | RX100 VI |
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Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony WX300
RX100 VI | WX300 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 VI has outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the RX100 VI compared to the WX300.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VI and WX300 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 VI and WX300.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RX100 VI featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 VI will render greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger RX100 VI provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-06-05 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 315 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
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 rate | 24.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301 grams (0.66 lb) | 166 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,198 | $330 |