Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100

Following is a in depth comparison of the Sony RX1 versus Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the RX1 (24MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the RX1 (Full frame) and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX1 was revealed 6 months after the RX100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the RX1 matches up against the RX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are available at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX1 has outer measurements 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 RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the RX1 and the RX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX1 and RX100 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1 and RX100.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RX1 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony RX1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.