Sony H55 vs Sony RX1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sony H55 vs Sony RX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the H55 (14MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the H55 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The H55 was announced 3 years prior to the RX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony H55 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the H55 grades vs the RX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H55 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sony H55 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the H55 against the RX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the H55 and RX1 is 92 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the H55 and RX1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The H55 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX1 will show extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged H55 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.