Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R
65 Imaging
73 Features
93 Overall
81
79 Imaging
70 Features
58 Overall
65
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Introduced April 2017
- New Model is Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced June 2013
- Replacement is Sony RX1R II
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Overview
Here, we are matching up the Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A9 was brought out 3 years later than the RX1R and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A9 scores vs the RX1R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A9 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony RX1R
A9 | RX1R | |||
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Announced | April 2017 | June 2013 | More recent by 47 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1229k | Clearer display (+211k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Sony A9
RX1R | A9 |
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Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony RX1R
A9 | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A9 offers outside dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A9 vs the RX1R.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A9 and RX1R is 65 and 79 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A9 and RX1R.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher A9 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-04-19 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Amount of lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,440k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 673 grams (1.48 lb) | 482 grams (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 92 | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.9 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3517 | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 shots | 270 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Cost at launch | $4,498 | $2,798 |