Sony WX10 vs Sony WX70

In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony WX10 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the WX10 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WX10 was released 12 months before the WX70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the WX10 grades vs the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Sony WX10 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony WX10 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony WX10 versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the WX10 versus the WX70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WX10 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WX10 and WX70.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older WX10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.