Sony A7R vs Sony HX1

Following is a extended analysis of the Sony A7R versus Sony HX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the A7R (36MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the A7R (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The A7R was unveiled 4 years after the HX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A7R matches up vs the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Sony A7R Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R comes with physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check out the Sony A7R versus Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A7R vs the HX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R and HX1 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R and HX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A7R having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony A7R will render extra detail having an extra 27MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent A7R will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.