Sony RX1 vs Sony W620
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Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 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
- Announced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012
Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Sony RX1 vs Sony W620, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and W620 (14MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and W620 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX1 was manufactured 14 months later than the W620 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the RX1 grades against the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Sony W620
RX1 | W620 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | January 2012 | More recent by 14 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Sony RX1
W620 | RX1 |
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Common features in the Sony RX1 and Sony W620
RX1 | W620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony RX1 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX1 against the W620.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and W620 is 79 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1 and W620.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX1 will result in more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher RX1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony RX1 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-02-19 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-22.0 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Xtra FineTFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 482 grams (1.06 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,798 | $102 |