Sony RX1R II vs Sony TX66

Below is a extensive analysis of the Sony RX1R II vs Sony TX66, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the RX1R II (42MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the RX1R II (Full frame) and TX66 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The RX1R II was announced 3 years later than the TX66 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the RX1R II scores against the TX66 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX1R II Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony RX1R II offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sony RX1R II vs Sony TX66 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the RX1R II and the TX66.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1R II and TX66 is 78 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1R II and TX66.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX1R II having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Sony RX1R II will provide greater detail with its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer RX1R II should have an advantage in sensor technology.