Sony RX1 vs Sony RX10 IV

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sony RX1 vs Sony RX10 IV, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the RX1 (24MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively close but the RX1 (Full frame) and RX10 IV (1") feature different sensor size.

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The RX1 was revealed 5 years prior to the RX10 IV which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the RX1 scores against the RX10 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX1 has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the RX1 against the RX10 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX1 and RX10 IV is 79 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX1 will result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged RX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.