Sony RX100 III vs Sony RX100 VII

Following is a in-depth overview of the Sony RX100 III and Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 III (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1").

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The RX100 III was manufactured 6 years earlier than the RX100 VII which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the RX100 III grades against the RX100 VII when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 III Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 III provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Sony RX100 III and Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the RX100 III versus the RX100 VII.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 III and RX100 VII is 89 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 III and RX100 VII.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged RX100 III will be behind with regard to sensor technology.