Sony RX1 vs Sony W530

Below, we will be contrasting the Sony RX1 versus Sony W530, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and W530 (14MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and W530 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX1 was revealed 2 years later than the W530 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the RX1 matches up versus the W530 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1 has exterior measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX1 versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the RX1 against the W530.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the RX1 and W530 is 79 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1 and W530.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony RX1 will produce greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher RX1 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.