Sony RX100 II vs Sony RX100 III

Below is a in depth assessment of the Sony RX100 II and Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 II (20MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 II was launched 10 months prior to the RX100 III and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the RX100 II scores against the RX100 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are provided at Sony RX100 II Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 II features external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Sony RX100 II and Sony RX100 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the RX100 II compared to the RX100 III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 II and RX100 III is 89 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 II and RX100 III.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The older RX100 II is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.