Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V
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Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 493g - 122 x 69 x 75mm
- Launched July 2023
- Succeeded the Sony A6600
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Released October 2016
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 IV
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VI

Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Lets look closer at the Sony A6700 versus Sony RX100 V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the A6700 (26MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the A6700 (APS-C) and RX100 V (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

The A6700 was released 6 years later than the RX100 V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6700 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A6700 scores vs the RX100 V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha a6700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A6700 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6700 over the Sony RX100 V
A6700 | RX100 V | |||
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Released | July 2023 | ![]() | October 2016 | More recent by 83 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Sony A6700
RX100 V | A6700 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A6700 and Sony RX100 V
A6700 | RX100 V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony A6700 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Sony A6700 versus Sony RX100 V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A6700 and the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A6700 and RX100 V is 75 and 89 respectively.

Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A6700 and RX100 V.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A6700 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony A6700 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher A6700 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Sony A6700 vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Sony Alpha a6700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha a6700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2023-07-12 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6192 x 4128 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 759 | 315 |
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 |
Total lenses | 199 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493g (1.09 pounds) | 299g (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 69 x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 570 photographs | 220 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ1000 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $998 |