Sony RX1R vs Sony W800

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sony RX1R and Sony W800, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX1R (24MP) and the W800 (20MP) is pretty similar but the RX1R (Full frame) and W800 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The RX1R was revealed 7 months prior to the W800 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the RX1R scores versus the W800 with respect 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-W800. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX1R Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1R offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Sony RX1R and Sony W800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the RX1R against the W800.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX1R and W800 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1R and W800.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX1R with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony RX1R will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older RX1R is going to be behind in sensor technology.