Sony W830 vs Sony WX9

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Sony W830 and Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are built by Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the W830 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W830 was introduced 3 years after the WX9 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the W830 grades versus the WX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are provided at Sony W830 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony W830 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Sony W830 and Sony WX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the W830 versus the WX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W830 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the W830 and WX9.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W830 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent W830 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.