Sony RX1R vs Sony A68

Here, we are comparing the Sony RX1R vs Sony A68, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the RX1R (24MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very comparable but the RX1R (Full frame) and A68 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX1R was launched 3 years earlier than the A68 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the RX1R scores against the A68 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony RX1R Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1R has got 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) and the Sony A68 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Check the Sony RX1R vs Sony A68 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the RX1R against the A68.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RX1R and A68 is 79 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1R and A68.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The RX1R comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older RX1R will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.