Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 III

Lets look more in depth at the Sony QX30 versus Sony RX100 III, one being a Lens-style and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the QX30 (20MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very comparable but the QX30 (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") offer different sensor size.

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The QX30 was launched 4 months later than the RX100 III and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the QX30 scores against the RX100 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are available at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony QX30 features physical dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Sony QX30 versus Sony RX100 III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the QX30 vs the RX100 III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and RX100 III is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the QX30 and RX100 III.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same MP but different sensor sizing. The QX30 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher.