Sony FX30vs RX100 VI
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
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 sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Sony FX30 (2022) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,799 | £700 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Active IBIS | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 20fps electronic | 24fps |
| Battery Life | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 579g body only | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Sony FE (E-mount) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Sony FX30 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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