Sony RX1R vs Sony W370
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58 Overall
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Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced June 2013
- Replacement is Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Sony RX1R versus Sony W370, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the RX1R (24MP) and W370 (14MP) and the RX1R (Full frame) and W370 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe RX1R was launched 3 years later than the W370 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the RX1R grades versus the W370 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX1R Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Sony W370
RX1R | W370 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 43 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Sony RX1R
W370 | RX1R |
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Common features in the Sony RX1R and Sony W370
RX1R | W370 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX1R enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Sony RX1R versus Sony W370 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the RX1R versus the W370.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1R and W370 is 79 and 94 respectively.
Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1R and W370.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The RX1R featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX1R will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern RX1R should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Sony RX1R vs Sony W370 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-26 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Xtra FineTFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 482 gr (1.06 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 91 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2537 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $2,798 | $230 |