Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony WX9 and Sony WX70 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX9 has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 20 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.79″) and weighs 139 g (including batteries). Sony WX70 has external dimensions of 92 x 52 x 19 mm (3.62 x 2.05 x 0.75″) and weighs 114 g (0.25 lb / 4.02 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony WX9 and the Sony WX70. Sony WX70 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Sony WX9.
Comparison image of the Sony WX9 and the Sony WX70 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony WX9 and Sony WX70.
Comparison image of the Sony WX9 and the Sony WX70 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony WX9 and Sony WX70.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony WX9 and the Sony WX70 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX70 is significantly lighter (25g ) than the Sony WX9 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX9 and Sony WX70's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.