Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800
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Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced May 2014
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 II
- Newer Model is Sony RX100 IV
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2014
Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony RX100 III versus Sony W800, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 III (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the RX100 III (1") and W800 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX100 III was launched 4 months later than the W800 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the RX100 III matches up vs the W800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 III Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Sony W800
RX100 III | W800 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Sony RX100 III
W800 | RX100 III |
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Common features in the Sony RX100 III and Sony W800
RX100 III | W800 | |||
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Revealed | May 2014 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 III enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Sony RX100 III versus Sony W800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the RX100 III vs the W800.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 III and W800 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 III and W800.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The RX100 III contains the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier.
Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-05-15 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-70mm (2.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | AVI MPEG4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 290 gr (0.64 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 67 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $748 | $90 |