Sony HX100V vs Sony RX100 III

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony HX100V versus Sony RX100 III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively well matched but the HX100V (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The HX100V was announced 3 years earlier than the RX100 III which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HX100V grades vs the RX100 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony HX100V enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the HX100V versus the RX100 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HX100V and RX100 III is 66 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX100V and RX100 III.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX100V using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX100 III will give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged HX100V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.