Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1
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Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Released October 2016
- Old Model is Sony A6300
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Launched February 2013
Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony A6500 and Sony RX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A6500 (24MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the A6500 (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A6500 was launched 3 years later than the RX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony A6500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A6500 matches up against the RX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a6500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A6500 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Sony RX1
A6500 | RX1 | |||
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Launched | October 2016 | February 2013 | Fresher by 45 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Sony A6500
RX1 | A6500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 922k | Sharper screen (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A6500 and Sony RX1
A6500 | RX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A6500 offers outside dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Examine the Sony A6500 and Sony RX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A6500 and the RX1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A6500 and RX1 is 81 and 79 respectively.
Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A6500 and RX1.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The A6500 uses the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more modern A6500 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Sony A6500 vs Sony RX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha a6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha a6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-10-06 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.0-22.0 |
Number of lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 453 grams (1.00 lb) | 482 grams (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 85 | 93 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.7 | 14.3 |
DXO Low light score | 1405 | 2534 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 270 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,298 | $2,798 |