Sony RX10 II vs Sony RX1R

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony RX10 II versus Sony RX1R, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX10 II (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively comparable but the RX10 II (1") and RX1R (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 II was launched 24 months after the RX1R which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the RX10 II scores versus the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are provided at Sony RX10 II Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony RX10 II enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Sony RX10 II versus Sony RX1R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the RX10 II versus the RX1R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 II and RX1R is 58 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX10 II and RX1R.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The RX10 II due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX1R will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger RX10 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.