Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Superseded the Sony RX100 V
- New Model is Sony RX100 VII
(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
- Revealed July 2019
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 VI
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX100 VI was revealed 13 months before the RX100 VII which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the RX100 VI matches up vs the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The full galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony RX100 VII
RX100 VI | RX100 VII | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VII over the Sony RX100 VI
RX100 VII | RX100 VI | |||
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Revealed | July 2019 | June 2018 | Newer by 13 months |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony RX100 VII
RX100 VI | RX100 VII | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony RX100 VI enjoys physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the RX100 VI against the RX100 VII.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 VI and RX100 VII is 88 and 88 respectively.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 VI and RX100 VII.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged RX100 VI is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2018-06-05 | 2019-07-25 |
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 dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 315 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 24.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 301 grams (0.66 pounds) | 302 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 418 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,198 | $1,298 |