Sony RX100 II vs Sony RX100 VI

The following is a in depth review of the Sony RX100 II versus Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 II (20MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 II was announced 6 years earlier than the RX100 VI which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the RX100 II matches up vs the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are available at Sony RX100 II Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 II has got physical 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) while the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX100 II versus Sony RX100 VI in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 II compared to the RX100 VI.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 II and RX100 VI is 89 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 II and RX100 VI.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged RX100 II is going to be behind in sensor tech.