Sony HX100V vs Sony RX1

The following is a complete review of the Sony HX100V vs Sony RX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the HX100V (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the HX100V (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The HX100V was revealed 16 months prior to the RX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HX100V matches up vs the RX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX100V has external dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony RX1 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).

Contrast the Sony HX100V vs Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HX100V against the RX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX100V and RX1 is 66 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and RX1.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX100V using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1 will give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged HX100V is going to be behind in sensor tech.