Sony A560 vs Sony RX100 VI

Following is a detailed comparison of the Sony A560 vs Sony RX100 VI, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the A560 (14MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the A560 (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The A560 was brought out 8 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A560 matches up vs the RX100 VI with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are available at Sony A560 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A560 features exterior dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 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).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A560 versus the RX100 VI.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A560 and RX100 VI is 64 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A560 and RX100 VI.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A560 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX100 VI will offer you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged A560 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.