Sony A9 vs Sony RX1R II

The following is a extensive analysis of the Sony A9 and Sony RX1R II, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A9 (24MP) and RX1R II (42MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The A9 was revealed 19 months after the RX1R II making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A9 matches up vs the RX1R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are provided at Sony A9 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony A9 has got outside measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 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).

Contrast the Sony A9 and Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A9 versus the RX1R II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A9 and RX1R II is 65 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 and RX1R II.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony RX1R II to give you extra detail because of its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A9 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.