Sony RX100 III vs Sony ZV-1 II

The following is a in depth comparison of the Sony RX100 III and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 III (20MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1").

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The RX100 III was released 10 years before the ZV-1 II which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the RX100 III scores versus the ZV-1 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 III Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 III provides outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the RX100 III and the ZV-1 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 III and ZV-1 II is 89 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 III and ZV-1 II.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged RX100 III is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.