Fujifilm X100 vs Sony RX1

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X100 vs Sony RX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X100 was launched 21 months before the RX1 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X100 grades against the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100 offers exterior measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X100 vs Sony RX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X100 against the RX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and RX1 is 80 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100 and RX1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX1 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.