Sony RX100 V vs Sony A58

In this article, we will be comparing the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A58, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the RX100 V (1") and A58 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 V was revealed 2 years later than the A58 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the RX100 V scores against the A58 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 V Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Sony RX100 V provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A58 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the RX100 V versus the A58.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 V and A58 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 V and A58.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The RX100 V uses the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The newer RX100 V will have an edge in sensor technology.