Nikon A vs Sony RX10 IV

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon A vs Sony RX10 IV, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the A (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively well matched but the A (APS-C) and RX10 IV (1") have totally different sensor size.

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The A was unveiled 5 years before the RX10 IV which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A grades against the RX10 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon A offers outer measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony RX10 IV has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon A vs Sony RX10 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A compared to the RX10 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A and RX10 IV is 88 and 52 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A and RX10 IV.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged A is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.