Sony A7R II vs Sony RX100 III

On this page, we are analyzing the Sony A7R II vs Sony RX100 III, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the A7R II (42MP) and RX100 III (20MP) and the A7R II (Full frame) and RX100 III (1") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The A7R II was released 14 months later than the RX100 III making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A7R II grades against the RX100 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7R II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7R II Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony A7R II provides exterior dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) and the Sony RX100 III has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A7R II vs Sony RX100 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A7R II versus the RX100 III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A7R II and RX100 III is 68 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R II and RX100 III.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A7R II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony A7R II will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern A7R II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.