Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX100 V

Below, we are reviewing the Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX100 V, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the RX10 III (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1").

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The RX10 III was brought out 6 months prior to the RX100 V so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the RX10 III scores vs the RX100 V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX10 III Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX10 III comes with physical measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX100 V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the RX10 III and the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 III and RX100 V is 53 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX10 III and RX100 V.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration.