Sony RX10 vs Sony A65

Here is a detailed review of the Sony RX10 and Sony A65, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the RX10 (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is fairly similar but the RX10 (1") and A65 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The RX10 was revealed 2 years later than the A65 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the RX10 grades versus the A65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX10 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony RX10 features external measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs) whilst the Sony A65 has measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check out the Sony RX10 and Sony A65 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the RX10 against the A65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX10 and A65 is 58 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RX10 and A65.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The RX10 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A65 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern RX10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.