Sony A9 II vs Sony RX100 VI

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Sony A9 II and Sony RX100 VI, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the A9 II (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively close but the A9 II (Full frame) and RX100 VI (1") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The A9 II was announced 17 months later than the RX100 VI which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A9 II scores against the RX100 VI with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A9 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A9 II Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Sony A9 II comes with outside measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A9 II and Sony RX100 VI in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A9 II compared to the RX100 VI.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A9 II and RX100 VI is 62 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 II and RX100 VI.

All in all, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A9 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony A9 II will render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent A9 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.