Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII

Below, we will be matching up the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 VA (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1").

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The RX100 VA was unveiled 12 months prior to the RX100 VII and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the RX100 VA scores vs the RX100 VII 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 V(A) & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VA Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 VA features physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the RX100 VA versus the RX100 VII.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VA and RX100 VII is 89 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 VA and RX100 VII.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged RX100 VA will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.