Sony RX1 vs Sony TX100V

The following is a in depth analysis of the Sony RX1 versus Sony TX100V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and TX100V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX1 was revealed 2 years after the TX100V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the RX1 scores against the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony RX1 offers external measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the RX1 vs the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and TX100V is 79 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1 and TX100V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX1 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony RX1 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer RX1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.