Sony RX100 V vs Sony A65

Here, we are reviewing the Sony RX100 V and Sony A65, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very close but the RX100 V (1") and A65 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 V was introduced 4 years after the A65 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the RX100 V grades versus the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and Sony SLT-A65. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX100 V Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 V offers outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony A65 has measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the RX100 V compared to the A65.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 V and A65 is 89 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 V and A65.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX100 V using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A65 will result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent RX100 V should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.