Sony RX1R II vs Sony WX70

Let's look much closer at the Sony RX1R II versus Sony WX70, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the RX1R II (42MP) and WX70 (16MP) and the RX1R II (Full frame) and WX70 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX1R II was revealed 3 years after the WX70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the RX1R II grades versus the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX1R II Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony RX1R II has exterior measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX1R II versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the RX1R II versus the WX70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX1R II and WX70 is 78 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1R II and WX70.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX1R II using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony RX1R II will show extra detail because of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer RX1R II will have an edge in sensor technology.