Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony RX100 V and Canon A4000 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX100 V has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61″) and weighs 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz) (including batteries). Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony RX100 V and the Canon A4000 IS. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Sony RX100 V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony RX100 V and Canon A4000 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX100 V and Canon A4000 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (154g ) than the Sony RX100 V which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V nor Canon PowerShot A4000 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony RX100 V and Canon A4000 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony RX100 V features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon A4000 IS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to RX100 V.