Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1 II

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony RX100 versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 (20MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1").

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The RX100 was announced 11 years before the ZV-1 II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the RX100 matches up against the ZV-1 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX100 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the RX100 vs the ZV-1 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and ZV-1 II is 91 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 and ZV-1 II.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged RX100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.