Sony HX100V vs Sony RX1R II

Following is a thorough comparison of the Sony HX100V versus Sony RX1R II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX100V (16MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the HX100V (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The HX100V was launched 5 years earlier than the RX1R II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short view of how the HX100V grades against the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX100V enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HX100V compared to the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HX100V and RX1R II is 66 and 78 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and RX1R II.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HX100V due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged HX100V will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.