Fujifilm XF10 vs Sony RX1R II

Following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm XF10 versus Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the Fujifilm XF10 (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XF10 was announced 2 years after the RX1R II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XF10 grades against the RX1R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF10 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XF10 has got external dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XF10 versus Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 vs the RX1R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF10 and RX1R II is 88 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF10 and RX1R II.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XF10 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will give greater detail with its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XF10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.