Sony RX100 II vs Sony RX100 VII

Following is a in depth comparison of the Sony RX100 II vs Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 II (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1").

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The RX100 II was brought out 7 years prior to the RX100 VII which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the RX100 II matches up versus the RX100 VII with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 II Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 II enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Sony RX100 II vs Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the RX100 II against the RX100 VII.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 II and RX100 VII is 89 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 II and RX100 VII.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged RX100 II is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.