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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
Camera summary
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV, made by Sony, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on June 10, 2015. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 25600. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.4 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V
Sensor
This camera has a Stacked BSI-CMOS sensor with a 20 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 25 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 280 shots per charge with the included NP-BX1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
Camera summary
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III, made by Sony, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on May 15, 2014.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.4 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 20 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 25 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 320 shots per charge with the included NP-BX1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 25 | 25 |
Connectivity |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 22.9 | 22.4 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.6 | 12.3 |
| DXO low light ISO | 562.0 | 495.0 |
| DXO overall score | 70.0 | 67.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | June 10, 2015 | May 15, 2014 |
| Body type | Large sensor compact | Large sensor compact |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $898.00 | $748.00 |
| model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Predecessor model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
| Successor model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Lense |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | No |
No |
| Flash modes | n/a | n/a |
| Flash range | n/a | n/a |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 16.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Battery life | 280 shots | 320 shots |
| Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm | 102 x 58 x 41mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 298 grs | 290 grs |
Screen |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Max image resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 13.2 x 8.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 20 | 20 |
| Sensor size | 1″ | 1″ |
| Sensor type | Stacked BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 1,440k dots |