Sony A99 vs RX10 IV
The Sony Alpha SLT-A99 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in September 2012 and September 2017. The A99 is a DSLR, while the RX10 IV is a fixed lens compact. The cameras are based on a full frame (A99) and an one-inch (RX10 IV) sensor. The A99 has a resolution of 24 megapixels, whereas the RX10 IV provides 20 MP.
Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.
Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Sony Alpha SLT-A99 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
Body comparison
An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Sony A99 and the Sony RX10 IV is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony RX10 IV is notably smaller (23 percent) than the Sony A99. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.
The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the RX10 IV has a lens built in, whereas the A99 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup.
Concerning battery life, the A99 gets 500 shots out of its NP-FM500H battery, while the RX10 IV can take 400 images on a single charge of its NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the RX10 IV can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.
The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life |
Weather Sealing |
Camera Launch |
Launch Price (USD) | Street Price |
|
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Sony A99 | 5.8 in | 4.4 in | 3.1 in | 28.6 oz | 500 | Y | Sep 2012 | 2,799 | ||
Sony RX10 IV | 5.2 in | 3.7 in | 5.7 in | 38.6 oz | 400 | Y | Sep 2017 | 1,699 | ||
Pentax K-3 | 5.2 in | 3.9 in | 3.0 in | 28.2 oz | 560 | Y | Oct 2013 | 1,299 | ||
Sony A9 II | 5.1 in | 3.8 in | 3.0 in | 23.9 oz | 690 | Y | Oct 2019 | 4,499 | ||
Sony RX100 VI | 4.0 in | 2.3 in | 1.7 in | 10.6 oz | 240 | n | Jun 2018 | 1,199 | ||
Sony A7R III | 5.0 in | 3.8 in | 2.9 in | 22.9 oz | 650 | Y | Oct 2017 | 3,199 | ||
Sony A9 | 5.0 in | 3.8 in | 2.5 in | 23.7 oz | 650 | Y | Apr 2017 | 4,499 | ||
Sony A99 II | 5.6 in | 4.1 in | 3.0 in | 29.9 oz | 490 | Y | Sep 2016 | 3,199 | ||
Sony RX10 III | 5.2 in | 3.7 in | 5.0 in | 37.1 oz | 420 | Y | Mar 2016 | 1,499 | ||
Sony RX100 V | 4.0 in | 2.3 in | 1.6 in | 10.5 oz | 220 | n | Oct 2016 | 999 | ||
Sony A7R II | 5.0 in | 3.8 in | 2.4 in | 22.0 oz | 290 | Y | Jun 2015 | 3,199 | ||
Sony A7S II | 5.0 in | 3.8 in | 2.4 in | 22.1 oz | 370 | Y | Sep 2015 | 2,999 | ||
Sony RX10 II | 5.1 in | 3.5 in | 4.0 in | 28.7 oz | 400 | Y | Jun 2015 | 1,299 | ||
Sony RX10 | 5.1 in | 3.5 in | 4.0 in | 28.7 oz | 420 | Y | Oct 2013 | 1,299 | ||
Sony A77 | 5.6 in | 4.1 in | 3.2 in | 25.8 oz | 470 | Y | Aug 2011 | 1,399 | ||
Sony A850 | 6.1 in | 4.6 in | 3.2 in | 31.6 oz | 880 | Y | Aug 2009 | 1,999 | ||
Sony A900 | 6.1 in | 4.6 in | 3.2 in | 31.6 oz | 880 | Y | Sep 2008 | 2,999 | ||
Notes: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders. | ||||||||||
Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The RX10 IV was launched at a lower price than the A99, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.
Sensor comparison
The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.
Of the two cameras under consideration, the Sony A99 features a full frame sensor and the Sony RX10 IV an one-inch sensor. The sensor area in the RX10 IV is 86 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.0 and 2.7. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

With 24MP, the A99 offers a higher resolution than the RX10 IV (20MP), but the A99 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.96μm versus 2.41μm for the RX10 IV) due to its larger sensor. However, the RX10 IV is a much more recent model (by 5 years) than the A99, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels.
The resolution advantage of the Sony A99 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the A99 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Sony RX10 IV are 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm for good quality, 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm for very good quality, and 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm for excellent quality prints.
The RX10 IV has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.
The Sony Alpha SLT-A99 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 25600, which can be extended to ISO 50-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV are ISO 100 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 64-25600.

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports | DXO Overall |
|
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Sony A99 | Full Frame | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 25.0 | 14.0 | 1555 | 89 | |
Sony RX10 IV | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
Pentax K-3 | APS-C | 24.1 | 6016 | 4000 | 1080/60i | 23.7 | 13.4 | 1216 | 80 | |
Sony A9 II | Full Frame | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 4K/30p | 25.0 | 14.0 | 3434 | 93 | |
Sony RX100 VI | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
Sony A7R III | Full Frame | 42.2 | 7952 | 5304 | 4K/30p | 26.0 | 14.7 | 3523 | 100 | |
Sony A9 | Full Frame | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 4K/30p | 24.9 | 13.3 | 3517 | 92 | |
Sony A99 II | Full Frame | 42.2 | 7952 | 5304 | 4K/30p | 25.4 | 13.4 | 2317 | 92 | |
Sony RX10 III | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | 23.1 | 12.6 | 472 | 70 | |
Sony RX100 V | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | 22.8 | 12.4 | 586 | 70 | |
Sony A7R II | Full Frame | 42.2 | 7952 | 5304 | 4K/30p | 26.0 | 13.9 | 3434 | 98 | |
Sony A7S II | Full Frame | 12.0 | 4240 | 2832 | 4K/30p | 23.6 | 13.3 | 2993 | 85 | |
Sony RX10 II | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | 23.0 | 12.6 | 531 | 70 | |
Sony RX10 | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/60p | 22.9 | 12.6 | 474 | 69 | |
Sony A77 | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 24.0 | 13.2 | 801 | 78 | |
Sony A850 | Full Frame | 24.4 | 6048 | 4032 | none | 23.8 | 12.2 | 1415 | 79 | |
Sony A900 | Full Frame | 24.4 | 6048 | 4032 | none | 23.7 | 12.3 | 1431 | 79 |
Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the RX10 IV provides a better video resolution than the A99. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/30p, while the A99 is limited to 1080/60p.
Feature comparison
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The A99 and the RX10 IV are similar in the sense that both feature an electronic viewfinder, which is helpful when framing images in bright sunlight. Moreover, their viewfinders offer an identical resolution of 2359k dots. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Sony A99, the Sony RX10 IV, and comparable cameras.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution (000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Mech Shutter Speed |
Shutter Flaps (1/sec) | Built-in Flash (yes/no) | Built-in Image Stab |
|
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Sony A99 | 2359 | Y | 3.0 | 1229 | full-flex | n | 1/8000s | 6.0 | n | Y | |
Sony RX10 IV | 2359 | Y | 3.0 | 1440 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 24.0 | Y | Y | |
Pentax K-3 | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1037 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 8.3 | Y | Y | |
Sony A9 II | 3686 | n | 3.0 | 1440 | tilting | Y | 1/8000s | 10.0 | n | Y | |
Sony RX100 VI | 2359 | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 24.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony A7R III | 3686 | n | 3.0 | 1440 | tilting | Y | 1/8000s | 10.0 | n | Y | |
Sony A9 | 3686 | n | 3.0 | 1440 | tilting | Y | 1/8000s | 20.0 | n | Y | |
Sony A99 II | 2400 | Y | 3.0 | 1229 | full-flex | n | 1/8000s | 12.0 | n | Y | |
Sony RX10 III | 2359 | Y | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/2000s | 14.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony RX100 V | 2359 | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/2000s | 24.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony A7R II | 2400 | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/8000s | 5.0 | n | Y | |
Sony A7S II | 2400 | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/8000s | 5.0 | n | Y | |
Sony RX10 II | 2359 | Y | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/3200s | 14.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony RX10 | 1440 | Y | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/3200s | 10.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony A77 | 2359 | Y | 3.0 | 921 | full-flex | n | 1/8000s | 12.0 | Y | Y | |
Sony A850 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 3.0 | n | Y | |
Sony A900 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 5.0 | n | Y |
One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The RX10 IV has a touchscreen, while the A99 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.
The A99 has an articulated LCD that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in snapping selfies. In contrast, the RX10 IV does not have a selfie-screen.The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the RX10 IV is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).
Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the A99 and the RX10 IV write their files to SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.
Connectivity comparison
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Sony Alpha SLT-A99 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Port |
WiFi Support | NFC Support | Bluetooth Support |
|
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Sony A99 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
Sony RX10 IV | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Pentax K-3 | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
Sony A9 II | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 3.1 | Y | Y | Y | |
Sony RX100 VI | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | |
Sony A7R III | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 3.1 | Y | Y | Y | |
Sony A9 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | |
Sony A99 II | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | |
Sony RX10 III | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony RX100 V | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony A7R II | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony A7S II | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony RX10 II | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony RX10 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | |
Sony A77 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
Sony A850 | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
Sony A900 | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - |
It is notable that the RX10 IV offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the A99 does not provide wifi capability.
Studio photographers will appreciate that the Sony A99 (unlike the RX10 IV) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.
Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the A99 has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.
The RX10 IV is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Sony. In contrast, the A99 has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on eBay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the A99 was succeeded by the Sony A99 II. Further information on the two cameras (e.g. user guides, manuals), as well as related accessories, can be found on the official Sony website.
Review summary
So how do things add up? Is the Sony A99 better than the Sony RX10 IV or vice versa? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.
Reasons to prefer the Sony Alpha SLT-A99:
- More detail: Offers more megapixels (24 vs 20MP) with a 10% higher linear resolution.
- Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.71x vs 0.70x).
- More flexible LCD: Has a full-flex screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
- More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
- More flexible: Can take a variety of interchangeable lenses, including specialty optics.
- Longer lasting: Can take more shots (500 versus 400) on a single battery charge.
- Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
- Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
- More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in September 2012).
Arguments in favor of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV:
- Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/60p).
- Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1440k vs 1229k dots).
- Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (24 vs 6 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
- Ready to shoot: Comes with an integrated lens, while the A99 requires a separate lens.
- More compact: Is smaller (133x94mm vs 147x111mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
- Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
- Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
- More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
- More modern: Reflects 5 years of technical progress since the A99 launch.
If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the RX10 IV is the clear winner of the contest (14 : 10 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.
How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Sony A99 and the Sony RX10 IV place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Superzoom Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.
In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the A99 or the RX10 IV. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.
Expert reviews
This is why expert reviews are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, and photographyblog). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.
Camera Model |
camera labs |
dp review |
ephoto zine |
imaging resource |
photography blog |
Camera Launch |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price |
|
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Sony A99 | .. | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | o | 4.5/5 | Sep 2012 | 2,799 | ||
Sony RX10 IV | + | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | .. | 5/5 | Sep 2017 | 1,699 | ||
Pentax K-3 | .. | 83/100 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Oct 2013 | 1,299 | ||
Sony A9 II | .. | 90/100 | 5/5 | .. | 5/5 | Oct 2019 | 4,499 | ||
Sony RX100 VI | + + | 83/100 | 4/5 | .. | 4.5/5 | Jun 2018 | 1,199 | ||
Sony A7R III | + + | 90/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Oct 2017 | 3,199 | ||
Sony A9 | + + | 89/100 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Apr 2017 | 4,499 | ||
Sony A99 II | .. | 85/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2016 | 3,199 | ||
Sony RX10 III | + | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Mar 2016 | 1,499 | ||
Sony RX100 V | + + | 83/100 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2016 | 999 | ||
Sony A7R II | + + | 90/100 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Jun 2015 | 3,199 | ||
Sony A7S II | + | .. | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Sep 2015 | 2,999 | ||
Sony RX10 II | + + | 82/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Jun 2015 | 1,299 | ||
Sony RX10 | + | 80/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2013 | 1,299 | ||
Sony A77 | 91/100 | 81/100 | .. | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Aug 2011 | 1,399 | ||
Sony A850 | .. | 75/100 | .. | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2009 | 1,999 | ||
Sony A900 | + + | + + | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | Sep 2008 | 2,999 | ||
Notes: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available. |
The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.
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Specifications: Sony A99 vs Sony RX10 IV
Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.
Camera Model | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
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Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Fixed lens compact camera |
Camera Lens | Sony A mount lenses | 24-600mm f/2.4-4.0 |
Launch Date | September 2012 | September 2017 |
Launch Price | USD 2,799 | USD 1,699 |
Sensor Specs | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
Sensor Technology | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor Format | Full Frame Sensor | 1" Sensor |
Sensor Size | 35.8 x 23.8 mm | 13.2 x 8.8 mm |
Sensor Area | 852.04 mm2 | 116.16 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 43 mm | 15.9 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | 2.7x |
Sensor Resolution | 24 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5472 x 3648 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 5.96 μm | 2.41 μm |
Pixel Density | 2.82 MP/cm2 | 17.18 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | Anti-Alias filter |
Movie Capability | 1080/60p Video | 4K/30p Video |
ISO Setting | 100 - 25,600 ISO | 100 - 12,800 ISO |
ISO Boost | 50 - 25,600 ISO | 64 - 25,600 ISO |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | BIONZ X |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 89 | .. |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 25.0 | .. |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 14.0 | .. |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 1555 | .. |
Screen Specs | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder | Electronic viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71x | 0.70x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2359k dots | 2359k dots |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | Control Panel |
LCD Framing | Live View | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 3.0inch | 3.0inch |
LCD Resolution | 1229k dots | 1440k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fully flexible screen | Tilting screen |
Touch Input | no Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
Shooting Specs | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
Focus System | Phase-detect AF | On-Sensor Phase-detect |
Manual Focusing Aid | Focus Peaking | Focus Peaking |
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous Shooting | 6 shutter flaps/s | 24 shutter flaps/s |
Electronic Shutter | no E-Shutter | up to 1/32000s |
Image Stabilization | In-body stabilization | Lens-based stabilization |
Fill Flash | no On-Board Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | MS or SDXC cards | MS or SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | Single card slot |
UHS card support | UHS-I | UHS-I |
Connectivity Specs | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
Studio Flash | PC Sync socket | no PC Sync |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | mini HDMI | micro HDMI |
Microphone Port | External MIC port | External MIC port |
Headphone Socket | Headphone port | Headphone port |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | Wifi built-in |
Near-Field Communication | no NFC | NFC built-in |
Geotagging | GPS built-in | no internal GPS |
Body Specs | Sony A99 | Sony RX10 IV |
Environmental Sealing | Weathersealed body | Weathersealed body |
Battery Type | NP-FM500H | NP-FW50 |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots per charge | 400 shots per charge |
In-Camera Charging | no USB charging | USB charging |
Body Dimensions |
147 x 111 x 78 mm (5.8 x 4.4 x 3.1 in) |
133 x 94 x 145 mm (5.2 x 3.7 x 5.7 in) |
Camera Weight | 812 g (28.6 oz) | 1095 g (38.6 oz) |
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