Sony S2100 vs Sony WX1

Let's take a closer look at the Sony S2100 and Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the S2100 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very well matched but the S2100 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S2100 was brought out 6 months later than the WX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S2100 grades against the WX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony S2100 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony S2100 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Sony S2100 and Sony WX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S2100 vs the WX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2100 and WX1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2100 and WX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S2100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony S2100 will give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.