Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R
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Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Released April 2009
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Successor is Sony RX1R II
Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and RX1R (Full frame) boast different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HX1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the RX1R and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the HX1 scores against the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX1 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Sony RX1R
HX1 | RX1R | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Sony HX1
RX1R | HX1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | April 2009 | More recent by 50 months | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Sony HX1 and Sony RX1R
HX1 | RX1R | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX1 offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HX1 vs the RX1R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX1 and RX1R is 67 and 79 respectively.
Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX1 and RX1R.
Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HX1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R will resolve greater detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older HX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony HX1 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-04-22 | 2013-06-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 | 1440x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 544 grams (1.20 lbs) | 482 grams (1.06 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $47,999 | $2,798 |