Sony
RX10 IV
1-inch bridge with 24–600mm f/2.4–4 zoom, 24fps AF tracking, and pro video features.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2017
Sony
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
RX100 VII is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
RX10 IV
Wins
RX100 VII
8 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ARX10 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- ARX10 IV has higher 1080p max frame rate (1000 fps vs 120 fps)
- ARX10 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (249 frames vs 60 frames)
- BRX100 VII has lower Weight (302 g vs 1095 g)
- ARX10 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 357)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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RX10 IV
133 × 94 × 145 mm
1095 g (2.41 lb / 38.63 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)
RX10 IV is 31mm wider, 36mm taller, and 102mm thicker than RX100 VII.
RX10 IV is 793 g heavier than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 145mm RX10 IV · 43mm RX100 VII
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
RX10 IV
133 × 94 mm
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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.
RX10 IV
133 × 145 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX10 IV
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
RX10 IV
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 94, 145
1080p max frame rate
1000 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
249 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AF points / zones
759 vs 357 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only RX10 IV supports it
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Weight
302 g vs 1095 g — lower is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds H.264
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
30 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.1 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
RX10 IV
Pros
- ✓24–600mm reach
- ✓24fps with AF
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Strong all-in-one travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large bridge body
- –Expensive for sensor size
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
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, RX10 IV or RX100 VII?
RX10 IV scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for RX100 VII — 24fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the RX10 IV and RX100 VII?
Both cameras share the same 20.1 MP resolution.
Do the RX10 IV and RX100 VII have in-body image stabilization?
RX10 IV has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the RX10 IV or the RX100 VII?
RX10 IV reaches 24 fps mechanical. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the RX10 IV and RX100 VII?
RX10 IV weighs 1095 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 793 g lighter.
Do the RX10 IV and RX100 VII record 4K video?
RX10 IV: 4K up to 29.97p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the RX10 IV and RX100 VII weather sealed?
RX10 IV: Yes. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the RX10 IV and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the RX10 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
RX10 IV launched at $1,699 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The RX100 VII is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.