Sony WX70 vs Sony WX9

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony WX70 and Sony WX9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the WX70 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WX70 was released 13 months later than the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WX70 matches up against the WX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony WX70 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony WX70 has outer measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the WX70 vs the WX9.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WX70 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WX70 and WX9.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer WX70 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.