Sony RX1R vs Sony W830

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony RX1R versus Sony W830, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the RX1R (24MP) and the W830 (20MP) is pretty close but the RX1R (Full frame) and W830 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX1R was manufactured 6 months prior to the W830 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the RX1R matches up versus the W830 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX1R Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony RX1R offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX1R versus Sony W830 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the RX1R compared to the W830.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX1R and W830 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1R and W830.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The RX1R because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX1R will result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively.