Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77 II

Below is a in-depth overview of the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77 II, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is relatively similar but the RX100 V (1") and A77 II (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX100 V was brought out 2 years later than the A77 II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the RX100 V grades vs the A77 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and Sony SLT-A77 II. The entire galleries are available at Sony RX100 V Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Sony RX100 V has got outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony A77 II has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Sony RX100 V vs Sony A77 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the RX100 V and the A77 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 V and A77 II is 89 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 V and A77 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX100 V due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A77 II will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher RX100 V is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.