Sony W610 vs Sony WX9
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Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Sony W610 versus Sony WX9, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the W610 (14MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe W610 was unveiled 13 months after the WX9 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony W610 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the W610 grades against the WX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Sony W610 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Sony WX9
W610 | WX9 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Sony W610
WX9 | W610 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Sony W610 and Sony WX9
W610 | WX9 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Sony W610 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony W610 versus Sony WX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the W610 vs the WX9.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the W610 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the W610 and WX9.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony WX9 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern W610 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony W610 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Clear Photo TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BN | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $188 |