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X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
Sony
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
X6 is 6.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
RX100 VII
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX100 VII has higher AF points / zones (357 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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RX100 VII
102 × 58 × 43 mm
302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)
X6 is 52mm narrower and 3mm thinner than RX100 VII but it is also 42mm taller.
X6 is 106 g lighter than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 43mm RX100 VII
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 58 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX100 VII
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X6
Codecs
Adds H.265
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
AF points / zones
357 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
AA filter
Only RX100 VII supports it
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only RX100 VII supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only RX100 VII supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
RX100 VII
Pros
- ✓Pocketable zoom range
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Great travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Expensive
- –Small controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or RX100 VII?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for RX100 VII — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and RX100 VII?
X6 is 120 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and RX100 VII?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the RX100 VII?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and RX100 VII?
X6 weighs 196 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the X6 is 106 g lighter.
Do the X6 and RX100 VII record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and RX100 VII weather sealed?
X6: Yes. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The X6 is $599 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.