Sony A7R III vs Sony HX100V

Here, we will be looking at the Sony A7R III versus Sony HX100V, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the A7R III (42MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the A7R III (Full frame) and HX100V (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The A7R III was launched 6 years after the HX100V which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A7R III matches up against the HX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7R III Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A7R III enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A7R III versus the HX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A7R III and HX100V is 63 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R III and HX100V.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A7R III because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony A7R III will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern A7R III provides an advantage in sensor innovation.