Sony RX1R II vs Sony TX30

Following is a extensive analysis of the Sony RX1R II versus Sony TX30, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the RX1R II (42MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the RX1R II (Full frame) and TX30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The RX1R II was revealed 2 years after the TX30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the RX1R II grades against the TX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are available at Sony RX1R II Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX1R II has external measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the RX1R II and the TX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX1R II and TX30 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1R II and TX30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX1R II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony RX1R II will offer more detail because of its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer RX1R II should have an advantage in sensor tech.