Sony HX5 vs Sony RX1R II

Lets take a closer look at the Sony HX5 vs Sony RX1R II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX5 (10MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the HX5 (1/2.4") and RX1R II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The HX5 was introduced 6 years before the RX1R II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HX5 scores versus the RX1R II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX5 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Sony HX5 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX5 vs Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the HX5 and the RX1R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX5 and RX1R II is 92 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX5 and RX1R II.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HX5 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX1R II will deliver greater detail using its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older HX5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.