Sony A900 vs Sony RX1R

Let's look more closely at the Sony A900 versus Sony RX1R, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A900 (25MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The A900 was revealed 5 years prior to the RX1R which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A900 matches up vs the RX1R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A900 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A900 features outside measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A900 compared to the RX1R.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A900 and RX1R is 54 and 79 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A900 and RX1R.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A900 to result in extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged A900 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.