Sony RX100 vs Sony RX100 VA

In this article, we are analyzing the Sony RX100 versus Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The RX100 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the RX100 VA and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the RX100 grades versus the RX100 VA with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are provided at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony RX100 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX100 versus Sony RX100 VA in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 and the RX100 VA.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and RX100 VA is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 and RX100 VA.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older RX100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.