Sony
RX10 V
Fifth-gen 1-inch bridge with ZEISS 24–600mm f/2.4–4 zoom, BIONZ XR + AI AF, 30fps blackout-free bursts, 4K 120p video, and NP-FZ100 battery — successor to RX10 IV.
$2,299
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
RX10 V is 6.9 years newer.
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Wins
RX10 V
Wins
RX100 VII
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ARX10 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BRX100 VII has lower Weight (302 g vs 1111 g)
- ARX10 V has higher Battery life (CIPA) (630 shots vs 260 shots)
- BRX100 VII has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 10 fps)
- ARX10 V has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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RX10 V
136 × 95 × 151 mm
1111 g (2.45 lb / 39.19 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 V is 35mm wider, 36mm taller, and 109mm thicker than RX100 VII.
RX10 V is 809 g heavier than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 151mm RX10 V · 43mm RX100 VII
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
RX10 V
136 × 95 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 V
136 × 151 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX10 V
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.4, 94.5, 151.3
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.265
Battery life (CIPA)
630 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only RX10 V supports it
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Weight
302 g vs 1111 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds Memory Stick Duo
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 70.6 % — 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
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
RX10 V
Pros
- ✓24–600mm f/2.4–4 ZEISS 25x zoom
- ✓20.1MP stacked Exmor RS + BIONZ XR / AI AF
- ✓30fps blackout-free with AF/AE tracking
- ✓4K 60p / 4K 120p + S-Cinetone / S-Log3
- ✓NP-FZ100 (~630 shots) + USB-C PD
Cons
- –1-inch sensor vs interchangeable systems
- –Large bridge body (~1111 g)
- –Single SD UHS-II slot
- –Premium $2,299 MSRP
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, RX10 V or RX100 VII?
RX10 V scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for RX100 VII — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the RX10 V and RX100 VII?
Both cameras share the same 20.1 MP resolution.
How does stabilization compare between the RX10 V and RX100 VII?
RX10 V uses Optical SteadyShot + Active Mode (electronic + optical for video) (electronic), while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the RX10 V or the RX100 VII?
RX10 V reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the RX10 V and RX100 VII?
RX10 V weighs 1111 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 809 g lighter.
Do the RX10 V and RX100 VII record 4K video?
RX10 V: 4K up to 120p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the RX10 V and RX100 VII weather sealed?
RX10 V: Yes. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 630 shots (CIPA) for the RX10 V and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the RX10 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
RX10 V launched at $2,299 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The RX100 VII is $1,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.