Sony RX100 vs Sony A99

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony RX100 and Sony A99, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 (20MP) and the A99 (24MP) is very well matched but the RX100 (1") and A99 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The RX100 was released 3 months before the A99 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the RX100 scores against the A99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the RX100 vs the A99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and A99 is 91 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 and A99.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The RX100 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A99 will give more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.