Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9
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Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony WX220 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the WX220 (18MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WX220 was unveiled 3 years after the WX9 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WX220 scores versus the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Sony WX220 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Sony WX9
WX220 | WX9 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | January 2011 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Sony WX220
WX9 | WX220 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Sony WX220 and Sony WX9
WX220 | WX9 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony WX220 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Sony WX220 versus Sony WX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WX220 vs the WX9.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX220 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WX220 and WX9.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX220 to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger WX220 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony WX220 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 121g (0.27 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BN | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $198 | $188 |