Sony WX1 vs Sony ZV-1

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony WX1 and Sony ZV-1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the WX1 (10MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the WX1 (1/2.4") and ZV-1 (1") possess totally different sensor size.

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The WX1 was unveiled 11 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WX1 scores against the ZV-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are available at Sony WX1 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony WX1 features exterior measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the WX1 and the ZV-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX1 and ZV-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WX1 and ZV-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WX1 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony ZV-1 will produce extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged WX1 will be behind in sensor technology.