A7Cvs RX100 VI
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Compact Travel & Content Creation — A7C (2020): The A7C proves full-frame doesn't have to be bulky. Excellent battery life, reliable Eye AF and a vari-angle screen in a pocketable body is a compelling combination for travel and content creators. The A7C II improved on it, but the original remains a strong value buy.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
A7C (2020)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame in the smallest possible body
- Content creators who need a flip screen and reliable Eye AF
- Photographers upgrading from APS-C who want to keep a compact kit
- Vloggers who need 4K and great battery life on the road
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The a7c has the highest resolution at 24mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | A7C (2020) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £700 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (oversampled), 1080p/120p slow-motion, S-Log2/S-Log3 | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 693 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5 stops | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 10fps with AF/AE tracking | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) — outstanding for a Sony mirrorless | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 509g (body, battery, card) | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 71.1 × 59.7mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None built-in — use rear screen or accessory EVF | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 921k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Sony E-mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | A7C | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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