Sony RX100 IV vs Sony RX100 V

Here is a extended assessment of the Sony RX100 IV vs Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 IV (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 IV was unveiled 16 months prior to the RX100 V making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the RX100 IV grades vs the RX100 V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 IV Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 IV has got outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the RX100 IV against the RX100 V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 IV and RX100 V is 89 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 IV and RX100 V.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older RX100 IV is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.