Sony RX100 VA vs Sony A55

Lets look more in depth at the Sony RX100 VA versus Sony A55, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the RX100 VA (20MP) and A55 (16MP) and the RX100 VA (1") and A55 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX100 VA was revealed 8 years later than the A55 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the RX100 VA scores against the A55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) and Sony SLT-A55. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 VA Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 VA enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony A55 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX100 VA versus Sony A55 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 VA vs the A55.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 VA and A55 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 VA and A55.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The RX100 VA with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX100 VA will produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent RX100 VA will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.