Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V
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Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(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
- Revealed October 2016
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 IV
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VI
Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the G3 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G3 was released 8 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G3 grades versus the RX100 V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony RX100 V
G3 | RX100 V | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Sony G3
RX100 V | G3 | |||
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Revealed | October 2016 | January 2009 | Fresher by 94 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 921k | Sharper display (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony RX100 V
G3 | RX100 V | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony G3 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 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).
Examine the Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 and the RX100 V.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and RX100 V is 94 and 89 respectively.
Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and RX100 V.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G3 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older G3 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Sony G3 vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 299g (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $200 | $998 |