Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)/Sony-RX100-VA-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII/Sony-RX100-VII-front.jpg)
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed July 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 302g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched July 2019
- Superseded the Sony RX100 VI
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Overview
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.
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony RX100 VII
RX100 VA | RX100 VII | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VII over the Sony RX100 VA
RX100 VII | RX100 VA | |||
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Launched | July 2019 | ![]() | July 2018 | Newer by 12 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VA and Sony RX100 VII
RX100 VA | RX100 VII | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Physical Comparison
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).
Compare the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII size comparison Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VA and RX100 VII is 89 and 88 respectively.
![Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII top view buttons comparison Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Sensor Comparison
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.
![Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII sensor size comparison Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony RX100 VII Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2018-07-13 | 2019-07-25 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 315 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-70mm (2.9x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,229 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 24.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 lb) | 302g (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 418 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $998 | $1,298 |