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RX100 VI vs RX1R
Quick take: The RX1R has the highest resolution at 24MP; the RX1R is the most affordable.
16 specs side by side·16 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
RX100 VI — Travel & Vlogging: 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
RX100 VI (2018)
is the right camera for you if…
- 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
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | RX100 VISony · 2018 | RX1RSony · 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £670 | £427 usedBest |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS | 24.3MP full-frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 24.3MPBest |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR | Full HD 1080p/60 |
| Autofocus | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF | 25-point contrast-detect AF with face detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical SteadyShot | Optical SteadyShot (in the lens), no IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 24fpsBest | 5fps (2.5fps with AF-S per frame) |
| Battery Life | ~240 shots (CIPA)Best | ~220 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 267g (body only)Best | 482g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm | 113.3 × 65.4 × 69.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed |
| Viewfinder | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots | Optional EVF (FDA-EV1MK) or optical finder |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 921k dots | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots |
| Mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 | Fixed Zeiss Sonnar T* 35mm f/2 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot | Single SD / Memory Stick slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, micro HDMI, 3.5mm mic, Multi Interface Shoe |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
RX100 VI
RX1R
Portrait
5.4/10
4.0/10
Street
7.1/10
6.6/10
Travel
6.9/10
5.1/10
Wedding & Events
3.7/10
3.5/10
Vlogging & Video
5.9/10
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Filmmaking
4.1/10
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Documentary
4.8/10
3.9/10
Sports & Action
6.6/10
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Landscape
4.3/10
4.3/10
Wildlife
6.3/10
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Casual
6.7/10
3.4/10
Food
5.4/10
4.2/10
Macro
3.8/10
3.1/10
Architecture
4.5/10
4.1/10
Astrophotography
3.7/10
4.7/10
Fun & simple
5.5/10
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Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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