Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA
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Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed July 2018
Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony RX1 and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the RX1 (24MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is very well matched but the RX1 (Full frame) and RX100 VA (1") possess different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX1 was introduced 6 years prior to the RX100 VA and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the RX1 matches up vs the RX100 VA in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Sony RX100 VA
RX1 | RX100 VA |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony RX1
RX100 VA | RX1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2018 | February 2013 | More recent by 65 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony RX1 and Sony RX100 VA
RX1 | RX100 VA | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 1229k | Identical display resolution | |
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1 comes with external measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the Sony RX1 and Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the RX1 against the RX100 VA.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and RX100 VA is 79 and 89 respectively.
Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1 and RX100 VA.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX1 will resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older RX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-19 | 2018-07-13 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-22.0 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Xtra FineTFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 482 gr (1.06 lbs) | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 93 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2534 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $2,798 | $998 |