Sony WX30 vs Sony WX9

Here is a in depth assessment of the Sony WX30 versus Sony WX9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the WX30 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WX30 was revealed 7 months later than the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WX30 grades versus the WX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Sony WX30 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony WX30 enjoys outer dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WX30 versus the WX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX30 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WX30 and WX9.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern WX30 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.