Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77

Below, we are analyzing the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the A77 (24MP) is very well matched but the RX100 V (1") and A77 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 V was introduced 5 years after the A77 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the RX100 V matches up versus the A77 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and Sony SLT-A77. The whole galleries are available at Sony RX100 V Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 V features outer measurements 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 A77 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Analyze the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the RX100 V versus the A77.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 V and A77 is 89 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 V and A77.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RX100 V with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A77 will resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger RX100 V provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.