Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony RX1 and Canon SX610 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX1 has external dimensions of 113 x 65 x 70 mm (4.45 x 2.56 x 2.76″) and weighs 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX610 HS has external dimensions of 105 x 61 x 27 mm (4.13 x 2.4 x 1.06″) and weighs 191 g (0.42 lb / 6.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony RX1 and the Canon SX610 HS. Canon SX610 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 43mm thinner than Sony RX1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX1 and Canon SX610 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX610 HS is significantly lighter (291g ) than the Sony RX1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 nor Canon PowerShot SX610 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony RX1 and Canon SX610 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.