Sony RX100 VI vs Sony WX80

In this article, we will be comparing the Sony RX100 VI and Sony WX80, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the RX100 VI (20MP) and WX80 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (1") and WX80 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 VI was revealed 5 years after the WX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the RX100 VI matches up vs the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VI enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX100 VI and Sony WX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the RX100 VI and the WX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VI and WX80 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 VI and WX80.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX100 VI having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony RX100 VI will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger RX100 VI is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.