Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Previous Model is Sony A380
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Old Model is Sony RX100 V
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VII
Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Sony A390 and Sony RX100 VI, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the A390 (14MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the A390 (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A390 was introduced 8 years before the RX100 VI which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the A390 scores vs the RX100 VI with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are available at Sony A390 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Sony RX100 VI
A390 | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony A390
RX100 VI | A390 | |||
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Released | June 2018 | July 2010 | More modern by 95 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A390 and Sony RX100 VI
A390 | RX100 VI | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A390 has outer dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Sony A390 and Sony RX100 VI in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A390 and the RX100 VI.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A390 and RX100 VI is 66 and 88 respectively.
Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A390 and RX100 VI.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A390 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony RX100 VI will give you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged A390 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A390 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-28 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 8cm |
Amount of lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 549 grams (1.21 lbs) | 301 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 607 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 240 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $500 | $1,198 |