Sony HX7V vs Sony RX100 IV

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sony HX7V and Sony RX100 IV, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively comparable but the HX7V (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The HX7V was announced 4 years earlier than the RX100 IV which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the HX7V scores against the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX7V Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX7V has got outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the HX7V vs the RX100 IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX7V and RX100 IV is 92 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX7V and RX100 IV.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HX7V with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX100 IV will produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged HX7V will be behind in sensor technology.