Sony RX100 III vs Sony RX100 IV

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony RX100 III and Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 III (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 III was introduced 13 months before the RX100 IV which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the RX100 III matches up against the RX100 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 III Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 III provides physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Sony RX100 III and Sony RX100 IV in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the RX100 III vs the RX100 IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 III and RX100 IV is 89 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 III and RX100 IV.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files but you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged RX100 III will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.