Sony RX100 V vs Sony W810

Here, we are matching up the Sony RX100 V and Sony W810, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 V (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is very similar but the RX100 V (1") and W810 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 V was revealed 2 years after the W810 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the RX100 V scores versus the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 V Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 V enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the RX100 V compared to the W810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 V and W810 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 V and W810.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The RX100 V provides the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The more modern RX100 V is going to have an edge in sensor technology.