Nikon A900 vs Sony RX100 VII

Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon A900 and Sony RX100 VII, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is fairly comparable but the A900 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The A900 was launched 4 years before the RX100 VII which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A900 grades vs the RX100 VII with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 has got physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A900 versus the RX100 VII.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and RX100 VII is 88 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and RX100 VII.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The A900 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more aged A900 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.