Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX1R

On this page, we are analyzing the Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX1R, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the RX10 IV (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is very similar but the RX10 IV (1") and RX1R (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 IV was revealed 4 years after the RX1R which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the RX10 IV grades versus the RX1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are available at Sony RX10 IV Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX10 IV enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX1R in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the RX10 IV vs the RX1R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX10 IV and RX1R is 52 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX10 IV and RX1R.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The RX10 IV using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony RX1R will offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern RX10 IV should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.