Sony WX10 vs Sony ZV-1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Sony WX10 and Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the WX10 (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WX10 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WX10 was released 10 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the WX10 scores versus the ZV-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are available at Sony WX10 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony WX10 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Sony WX10 and Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WX10 versus the ZV-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX10 and ZV-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WX10 and ZV-1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WX10 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older WX10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.