Sony W290 vs Sony WX1

Following is a in depth analysis of the Sony W290 and Sony WX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the W290 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the W290 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The W290 was revealed 5 months prior to the WX1 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony W290 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the W290 scores against the WX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are provided at Sony W290 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony W290 features external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the W290 against the WX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the W290 and WX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W290 and WX1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The W290 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W290 will offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.