Sony RX100 III vs Sony W800

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.