Sony WX30 vs Sony ZV-1

Following is a thorough analysis of the Sony WX30 vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the WX30 (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the WX30 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The WX30 was unveiled 9 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WX30 scores vs the ZV-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony WX30 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony WX30 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WX30 vs the ZV-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WX30 and ZV-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WX30 and ZV-1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WX30 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony ZV-1 will offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged WX30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.