Sony RX1R vs Sony W710

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony RX1R versus Sony W710, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the RX1R (24MP) and W710 (16MP) and the RX1R (Full frame) and W710 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The RX1R was introduced 6 months after the W710 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the RX1R grades vs the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX1R Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sony RX1R provides physical 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 W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX1R versus Sony W710 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the RX1R versus the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1R and W710 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1R and W710.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX1R having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony RX1R will offer you extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.