Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX100 VII

The following is a detailed overview of the Sony RX10 III versus Sony RX100 VII, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX10 III (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1").

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The RX10 III was brought out 4 years earlier than the RX100 VII which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the RX10 III grades versus the RX100 VII with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX10 III Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony RX10 III has external dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX10 III versus Sony RX100 VII in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the RX10 III and the RX100 VII.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 III and RX100 VII is 53 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX10 III and RX100 VII.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged RX10 III will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.