Sony RX100 IV vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we are analyzing the Sony RX100 IV and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 IV (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 IV was brought out 4 years prior to the RX100 VA and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the RX100 IV matches up vs the RX100 VA with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are available at Sony RX100 IV Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 IV has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX100 IV and Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the RX100 IV against the RX100 VA.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 IV and RX100 VA is 89 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 IV and RX100 VA.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older RX100 IV is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.