Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony RX1R

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The 3D1 was announced 19 months before the RX1R making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 3D1 grades against the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony RX1R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 3D1 vs the RX1R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and RX1R is 93 and 79 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and RX1R.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX1R will provide more detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.