Canon XC10 vs Sony RX1R

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon XC10 and Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the XC10 (1") and RX1R (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The XC10 was brought out 22 months after the RX1R which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the XC10 matches up versus the RX1R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon XC10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon XC10 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon XC10 has outer measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") having a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Canon XC10 and Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the XC10 versus the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and RX1R is 54 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and RX1R.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The XC10 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R will show greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent XC10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.