Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony RX100 VII

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony RX100 VII, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The 3D1 was announced 8 years before the RX100 VII and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 3D1 matches up vs the RX100 VII with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony RX100 VII in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 against the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and RX100 VII is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and RX100 VII.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX100 VII will provide you with greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 3D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.