Sony RX100 IV vs Sony W710

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony RX100 IV and Sony W710, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the RX100 IV (20MP) and W710 (16MP) and the RX100 IV (1") and W710 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The RX100 IV was revealed 2 years later than the W710 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the RX100 IV scores vs the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 IV Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 IV offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Sony RX100 IV and Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 IV versus the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 IV and W710 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 IV and W710.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX100 IV having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 IV will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent RX100 IV provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.