Sony A290 vs Sony RX1R

Following is a complete overview of the Sony A290 vs Sony RX1R, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the A290 (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.

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The A290 was launched 4 years earlier than the RX1R which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A290 scores vs the RX1R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A290 enjoys outside measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A290 compared to the RX1R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A290 and RX1R is 66 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A290 and RX1R.

All in all, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A290 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R will produce more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged A290 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.