Sony RX10 III vs Sony W830

On this page, we are contrasting the Sony RX10 III and Sony W830, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The resolution of the RX10 III (20MP) and the W830 (20MP) is very comparable but the RX10 III (1") and W830 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 III was revealed 2 years later than the W830 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the RX10 III matches up vs the W830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX10 III Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX10 III comes with exterior measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Sony RX10 III and Sony W830 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the RX10 III compared to the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the RX10 III and W830 is 53 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX10 III and W830.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The RX10 III features the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The younger RX10 III will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.