Sony RX100 VI vs Sony A77

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Sony RX100 VI and Sony A77, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the A77 (24MP) is very similar but the RX100 VI (1") and A77 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The RX100 VI was announced 6 years after the A77 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the RX100 VI matches up versus the A77 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VI has external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony A77 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Check the Sony RX100 VI and Sony A77 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the RX100 VI against the A77.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 VI and A77 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 VI and A77.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX100 VI using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A77 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger RX100 VI should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.