Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R
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Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Released August 2012
- Renewed by Sony RX100 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Newer Model is Sony RX1R II
Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Sony RX100 and Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is fairly close but the RX100 (1") and RX1R (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe RX100 was announced 10 months before the RX1R which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the RX100 grades against the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Sony RX1R
RX100 | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Sony RX100
RX1R | RX100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | August 2012 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Sony RX100 and Sony RX1R
RX100 | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 1229k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 enjoys physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Compare the Sony RX100 and Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the RX100 and the RX1R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.
Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 and RX1R.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The RX100 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older RX100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX100 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-08-28 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-100mm (3.6x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | WhiteMagic TFT LCD | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240 gr (0.53 lb) | 482 gr (1.06 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | 91 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 390 | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $448 | $2,798 |