Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II
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Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched October 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7S
- Updated by Sony A7S III
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Older Model is Sony RX1R

Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Sony A7S II versus Sony RX1R II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the A7S II (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

The A7S II was announced within a month of the RX1R II and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A7S II grades versus the RX1R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7S II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A7S II Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sony RX1R II
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Sony A7S II
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Common features in the Sony A7S II and Sony RX1R II
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Revealed | October 2015 | ![]() | October 2015 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1229k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A7S II enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A7S II versus Sony RX1R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A7S II against the RX1R II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7S II and RX1R II is 68 and 78 respectively.

Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7S II and RX1R II.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony RX1R II to produce more detail with its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

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Sony A7S II vs Sony RX1R II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7S II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7S II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2015-10-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4240 x 2832 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 409600 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 169 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 14cm |
Number of lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 627 gr (1.38 pounds) | 507 gr (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") | 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 85 | 97 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 25.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 2993 | 3204 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 220 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2,5, 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,767 | $3,300 |