Sony A900 vs Sony RX100 VA

Here is a in-depth review of the Sony A900 versus Sony RX100 VA, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the A900 (25MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the A900 (Full frame) and RX100 VA (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The A900 was launched 10 years earlier than the RX100 VA and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A900 scores versus the RX100 VA with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are available at Sony A900 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A900 enjoys exterior dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A900 and the RX100 VA.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and RX100 VA is 54 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and RX100 VA.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A900 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony A900 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older A900 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.