Sony RX1R II vs Sony TX20

In this article, we will be matching up the Sony RX1R II versus Sony TX20, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the RX1R II (42MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the RX1R II (Full frame) and TX20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX1R II was introduced 3 years after the TX20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the RX1R II scores versus the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX1R II Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony RX1R II features outside dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX1R II versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the RX1R II versus the TX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX1R II and TX20 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1R II and TX20.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX1R II with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX1R II will provide more detail using its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent RX1R II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.