Sony HX7V vs Sony RX100 V

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony HX7V and Sony RX100 V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively similar but the HX7V (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The HX7V was brought out 6 years before the RX100 V which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HX7V grades versus the RX100 V when considering 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 V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX7V Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX7V comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the HX7V and the RX100 V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX7V and RX100 V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX7V and RX100 V.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX7V due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX100 V will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HX7V is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.