Panasonic FX580 vs Sony RX1R

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FX580 vs Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The FX580 was launched 5 years prior to the RX1R which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FX580 matches up versus the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 features outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FX580 vs the RX1R.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and RX1R is 95 and 79 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and RX1R.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FX580 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony RX1R will render greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.