Sony A7R III vs Sony RX100 VI

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Sony A7R III and Sony RX100 VI, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are built by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the A7R III (42MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the A7R III (Full frame) and RX100 VI (1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The A7R III was launched 7 months prior to the RX100 VI so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A7R III grades against the RX100 VI for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7R III Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sony A7R III features external measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Sony A7R III and Sony RX100 VI in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the A7R III against the RX100 VI.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A7R III and RX100 VI is 63 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R III and RX100 VI.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A7R III because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony A7R III will produce more detail utilizing its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A7R III will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.