Sony RX100 V vs Sony A55

Below, we are contrasting the Sony RX100 V and Sony A55, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the RX100 V (20MP) and A55 (16MP) and the RX100 V (1") and A55 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 V was released 6 years after the A55 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the RX100 V grades versus the A55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V & Sony SLT-A55. The complete galleries are provided at Sony RX100 V Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 V provides outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony A55 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX100 V and Sony A55 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the RX100 V and the A55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 V and A55 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 V and A55.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The RX100 V due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher RX100 V will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.