Sony A3000 vs Sony RX1

Here is a comprehensive review of the Sony A3000 versus Sony RX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A3000 (20MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the A3000 (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) feature different sensor size.

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The A3000 was released 7 months later than the RX1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A3000 matches up versus the RX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A3000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A3000 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony A3000 has physical measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A3000 vs the RX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 and RX1 is 69 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3000 and RX1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3000 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony RX1 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent A3000 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.