Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III
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Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Released October 2017
- Superseded the Sony A7R II
- Successor is Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Superseded the Sony RX100 II
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 IV
Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Sony A7R III versus Sony RX100 III, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A7R III (42MP) and RX100 III (20MP) and the A7R III (Full frame) and RX100 III (1") posses different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A7R III was brought out 3 years after the RX100 III which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A7R III scores versus the RX100 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are available at Sony A7R III Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sony RX100 III
A7R III | RX100 III | |||
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Revealed | October 2017 | May 2014 | More modern by 42 months | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1229k | Clearer display (+211k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Sony A7R III
RX100 III | A7R III | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7R III and Sony RX100 III
A7R III | RX100 III | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size |
Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sony A7R III has got exterior measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).
Look at the Sony A7R III versus Sony RX100 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A7R III and the RX100 III.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A7R III and RX100 III is 63 and 89 respectively.
Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7R III and RX100 III.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A7R III because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony A7R III will result in greater detail having its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer A7R III provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 III Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2017-10-25 | 2014-05-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 657 gr (1.45 lbs) | 290 gr (0.64 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 100 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.0 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 3523 | 495 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 images | 320 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Retail cost | $2,800 | $748 |