Sony HX200V vs Sony RX1R II

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Sony HX200V and Sony RX1R II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the HX200V (18MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the HX200V (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The HX200V was introduced 4 years earlier than the RX1R II and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HX200V grades against the RX1R II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX200V Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX200V features exterior measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the HX200V against the RX1R II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX200V and RX1R II is 66 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX200V and RX1R II.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HX200V having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony RX1R II will show greater detail using its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older HX200V will be behind with regard to sensor tech.