Sony RX1 vs Sony RX100 VII

Below is a in-depth overview of the Sony RX1 and Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the RX1 (24MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is fairly close but the RX1 (Full frame) and RX100 VII (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX1 was launched 7 years earlier than the RX100 VII and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the RX1 scores vs the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Sony RX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VII has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Sony RX1 and Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the RX1 against the RX100 VII.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and RX100 VII is 79 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX1 and RX100 VII.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX1 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX1 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older RX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.