Fujifilm X100 vs Sony RX1R II

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X100 versus Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X100 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the RX1R II which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X100 scores against the RX1R II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X100 has exterior measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X100 versus Sony RX1R II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X100 compared to the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100 and RX1R II is 80 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100 and RX1R II.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X100 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony RX1R II will offer extra detail having an extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.