Sony RX1 vs Sony W620

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.