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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R
Camera summary
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R, made by Sony, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on June 26, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.2 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 25 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 270 shots per charge with the included NP-BX1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Camera summary
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II, made by Sony, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on Oct. 13, 2015. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 102400. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.2 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 42 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 399 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 220 shots per charge with the included NP-BX1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Autofocus specs |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
No |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 25 | 399 |
Connectivity |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 25.0 | 25.8 |
| DXO dynamic range | 13.6 | 13.9 |
| DXO low light ISO | 2537.0 | 3204.0 |
| DXO overall score | 91.0 | 97.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | June 26, 2013 | Oct. 13, 2015 |
| Body type | Large sensor compact | Large sensor compact |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $1,255.00 | $3,298.00 |
| model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Predecessor model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
| Successor model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II | |
Lense |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | n/a | 14cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2,5, 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless | Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless |
| Flash range | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 5.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Battery life | 270 shots | 220 shots |
| Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm | 113 x 65 x 72mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 482 grs | 507 grs |
Screen |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
| Max image resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9 mm | 35.9 x 24 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 24 | 42 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) |
Viewfinder |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
| viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (optional) | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | 2,359k dots |