Sony FX30vs Sony RX100 VII
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Sony RX100 VII (2019)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Travel & versatility
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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 & Versatility — Sony RX100 VII (2019): The most versatile compact camera ever made — 24-200mm zoom, 20fps burst, and 960fps slow-motion in a jacket pocket.
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
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
- Travel photographers who want the most capable 1-inch compact available
- Vloggers who need fast AF and a flip screen in a jacket-pocket body
- Photographers who want a high-quality compact backup to a mirrorless system
- Anyone who wants professional AF performance without carrying a large camera
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the sony rx100 vii is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Sony FX30 (2022) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,799 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Active IBIS | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 20fps electronic | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 579g body only | 302g 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, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Sony FE (E-mount) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Sony FX30 | Sony RX100 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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