Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA
89 Imaging
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80 Overall
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V/Sony-RX100-V-front.jpg)
![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)
89 Imaging
54 Features
77 Overall
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Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- 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
- Released October 2016
- Replaced the Sony RX100 IV
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VI
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced July 2018
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Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Sony RX100 V versus Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1").
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The RX100 V was manufactured 21 months prior to the RX100 VA which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the RX100 V matches up against the RX100 VA in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 V Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Sony RX100 VA
RX100 V | RX100 VA |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony RX100 V
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Announced | July 2018 | ![]() | October 2016 | More recent by 21 months |
Common features in the Sony RX100 V and Sony RX100 VA
RX100 V | RX100 VA | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1229k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 V has outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Sony RX100 V versus Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the RX100 V against the RX100 VA.
![Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA size comparison Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 V and RX100 VA is 89 and 89 respectively.
![Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA top view buttons comparison Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 V and RX100 VA.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older RX100 V will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA sensor size comparison Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Sony RX100 V vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-10-06 | 2018-07-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 315 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-70mm (2.9x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 24.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299 grams (0.66 lbs) | 299 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 586 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 220 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $998 | $998 |