Sony RX100 vs Sony WX9

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony RX100 and Sony WX9, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the RX100 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the RX100 (1") and WX9 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 was released 20 months after the WX9 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the RX100 grades vs the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX100 and Sony WX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the RX100 versus the WX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and WX9 is 91 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 and WX9.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger RX100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.