Canon R vs Sony RX10

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon R versus Sony RX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the R (Full frame) and RX10 (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The R was brought out 4 years later than the RX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the R grades vs the RX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon R enjoys exterior measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Canon R versus Sony RX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the R against the RX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and RX10 is 62 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R and RX10.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon R will resolve greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent R will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.