Sony RX1R vs Sony T90

Below, we will be looking at the Sony RX1R and Sony T90, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the RX1R (24MP) and T90 (12MP) and the RX1R (Full frame) and T90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX1R was brought out 4 years later than the T90 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the RX1R scores vs the T90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX1R Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1R comes with external measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the RX1R and the T90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RX1R and T90 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1R and T90.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The RX1R because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX1R will give you more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern RX1R will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.