RX100 VIvs Sony RX100 VII
Sony
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Travel & versatility
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you 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.
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
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
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 rx100 vi is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | RX100 VI (2018) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £700 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | Optical SteadyShot | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 24fps | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | ~240 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 301g (with battery and card) | 302g with battery and card |
| Dimensions | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots | Pop-up EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | RX100 VI | Sony RX100 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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