Nikon Z50 vs Sony RX1R II

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon Z50 and Sony RX1R II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z50 was launched 4 years later than the RX1R II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z50 matches up vs the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z50 features external measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 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).

Look at the Nikon Z50 and Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 versus the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and RX1R II is 74 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and RX1R II.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Z50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.