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Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Comparison

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20 MP | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) Stacked BSI-CMOS Sensor

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Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the Sony RX10 IV with its predecessor, the Sony RX10 III, list out what is new, its advantages over its older sibling and finally try to conclude if the RX10 IV is a worthy upgrade to the RX10 III. Sony RX10 IV was introduced to the market in September 2017 and Sony RX10 III was launched in March 2016 so it will be interesting to see how much difference this 18 months between the two cameras make.

RX10 IV and RX10 III are members of Sony's RX10 series of cameras. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Sony RX10 Series History
Model Release Date Sensor Dimensions Weight
Sony RX10 IV
September 2017 20.0MP - 1″ 133 x 94 x 145mm 1095g
Sony RX10 III
March 2016 20.0MP - 1″ 133 x 94 x 127mm 1051g
Sony RX10 II
  
June 2015 20.0MP - 1″ 129 x 88 x 102mm 813g
Sony RX10
  
March 2014 20.0MP - 1-inch 129 x 88 x 102mm 813g

Here is a brief look at the main features of the Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sony RX10 IV Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2017-09-12
  • 20MP - 1″ Stacked BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 125 - 12800 ( expands to 64 - 25600)
  • 24-600 mm F2.4-4.0 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Tilting Screen
  • 2359k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 24.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 960fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 1095g. 133 x 94 x 145 mm
  • Weather-sealed Body
  • Replaced Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III Compare

Sony RX10 III Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2016-03-29
  • 20MP - 1″ Stacked BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 125 - 12800 ( expands to 64 - 25600)
  • 24-600 mm F2.4-4.0 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Tilting Screen
  • 2359k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 14.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 960fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 1051g. 133 x 94 x 127 mm
  • Weather-sealed Body
  • Replaced Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II Compare

Let's read on in the following sections in order to better understand in detail how the Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III
Touch Screen
Yes vs No Easy control of camera functions
Number of Focus Points
315 vs 25 290 more focus points
LCD Resolution
1.440k dots vs 1.229k dots 17% higher resolution screen
Continuous Shooting
24.0fps vs 14.0fps 10 fps faster
Bluetooth
Yes vs No Connect your camera to other devices via Blueetooth
UHS Card Support
UHS-I vs none Read/Write in High Speeds
Animal Eye AF Tracking
Yes vs No Easily lock and track focus on animals
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Reasons to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV
Battery Life
420 shots vs 400 shots 20 more frames with a single charge
Weight
1051 g vs 1095 g 44 g lighter
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Common Strengths of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III
Stacked Sensor
Yes vs Yes High sensor read out speed and less rolling shutter
Wireless Connection
Yes vs Yes Better connectivity
Image Stabilization
Optical vs Optical Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Adjustable LCD Screen
Tilting vs Tilting Flexible shooting positions
Built-in Flash
Yes vs Yes Useful in low-light
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
Viewfinder
Yes (Electronic) vs Yes (Electronic) Better framing and control
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
Max Resolution
20 MP vs 20 MP Bigger prints and more details
Max Continuous Shooting
24.0fps vs 14.0fps Fast shooting speeds
Manual Focusing
Yes vs Yes both have manual focusing modes
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Microphone Port
Yes vs Yes High quality audio recording option
Headphone Port
Yes vs Yes better video control
Environmental Sealing
Yes vs Yes shoot at tough conditions
Focal Length - Wide
24mm vs 24mm Very good wide angle coverage
Focal Length - Tele
600mm vs 600mm Very good Telezoom
Top LCD Display
Yes vs Yes Help viewing and changing settings easily
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
NFC Connection
Yes vs Yes Easy wireless connectivity with compatible devices
Dual-axis Electronic Level
Yes vs Yes Level the camera easily in two axis
Smartphone Remote
Yes vs Yes Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Webcam Function
Yes vs Yes Use your camera as a Webcam
Common Weaknesses of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III
Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III: Physical Specs and Body Features Comparison

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 RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX10 IV has external dimensions of 133 x 94 x 145 mm (5.24 x 3.7 x 5.71″) and weighs 1095 g (2.41 lb / 38.62 oz) (including batteries). Sony RX10 III has external dimensions of 133 x 94 x 127 mm (5.24 x 3.7 x 5″) and weighs 1051 g (2.32 lb / 37.07 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony RX10 IV and the Sony RX10 III. Sony RX10 IV has the same height and width with Sony RX10 III. On the other hand, with a thickness of 145mm, it is 18mm thicker.

Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of the Sony RX10 IV and the Sony RX10 III Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III.

Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of the Sony RX10 IV and the Sony RX10 III Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III.
Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of the Sony RX10 IV and the Sony RX10 III Size

Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Sony RX10 III is 44g lighter than the Sony RX10 IV but we don't think this will make a significant difference.

Weight Comparison

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Weather Sealing

Both the RX10 IV and the RX10 III have weather sealings in their bodies, making them resistant to water and dust.

LCD Screen Size and Features

Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.

Both cameras feature Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.


Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III: Sensor Comparison

Both Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III have 1″ sized 20.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the RX10 IV and RX10 III sensor size comparison.

Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III Cameras


Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III Lens Specs Comparison

Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III features 24-600 mm F2.4-4.0 25x zoom lenses so they have the same focal range and light collecting ability.

Both cameras have a wide angle coverage of 24mm and have the same max aperture of f2.40 at this focal length. Both cameras have a tele angle reach of 600mm and have the same max aperture of f4.00 at this focal length.

Wide Coverage

DSLR-Like Cameras

RX10 IV
RX10 III
Widest - Samsung WB2200F
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Telezoom

DSLR-Like Cameras

RX10 IV
RX10 III
Longest - Nikon P1000
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Max Aperture at Tele

DSLR-Like Cameras

RX10 IV
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Fastest - Olympus 1
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Max Aperture at Wide

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RX10 IV
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Fastest - Sony RX10 III
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What types of Photography are Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Sony RX10 IV for Portrait Photography

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Sony RX10 III for Portrait Photography

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Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Sony RX10 IV for Street Photography

GOOD

Sony RX10 III for Street Photography

GOOD
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.40
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium sized Body
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.40
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium sized Body
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Sony RX10 IV for Sports Photography

GOOD

Sony RX10 III for Sports Photography

GOOD
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 24.0fps
Environmental Sealings
315 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
600 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f4.00
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 14.0fps
Environmental Sealings
25 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
600 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f4.00
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
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Sony RX10 IV for Daily Photography

GOOD

Sony RX10 III for Daily Photography

GOOD
RAW shooting capability
Environmental Sealings
25.0X Optical Zoom
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
1095g
Body Thickness 145mm
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RAW shooting capability
Environmental Sealings
25.0X Optical Zoom
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
1051g
Body Thickness 127mm
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Sony RX10 IV for Landscape Photography

AVERAGE

Sony RX10 III for Landscape Photography

AVERAGE
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Environmental Sealings
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
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Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Environmental Sealings
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
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Sony RX10 IV vs Sony RX10 III: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far, but in case you wonder how we rated Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Sony RX10 IV and Sony RX10 III scores compare:

Sony RX10 IV
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #3 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #174 out of 1275 in all Cameras
Sony RX10 III
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #7 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #222 out of 1275 in all Cameras

Sony RX10 IV has a higher Overall Score than the Sony RX10 III and would be our choice if we have to decide between these two cameras.

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Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX10 IV Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III
Brand Sony Sony
Announced 2017-09-12 2016-03-29
Body Type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor
Type Stacked BSI-CMOS Stacked BSI-CMOS
Size 1″ 1″
Dimensions 13.2 x 8.8 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm
Area 116.16mm2 116.16mm2
Megapixels 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
Max Resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Max Native Light sensitivity 12,800 ISO 12,800 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity 25600 ISO 25600 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 125 ISO 125 ISO
Min Boosted Light Sensitivity 64 ISO 64 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 315 25
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 24-600 mm (25x) 24-600 mm (25x)
Max Aperture F2.4-4.0 F2.4-4.0
Macro Focus Range 3cm 3cm
Screen
Type Tilting Tilting
Size 3.00" 3.00"
Resolution 1,440k dots 1,229k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution 2,359k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.7x 0.7x
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/2000s 1/2000s
Max Electronic Shutter 1/32000s 1/32000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization Optical Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) 10.80 m (at Auto ISO)
Max Flash Sync 1/2000s n/a
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 24.0 fps 14.0 fps
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160
Video Formats MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 1095g 1051g
Dimensions 133 x 94 x 145mm 133 x 94 x 127mm
Battery Life 400 shots 420 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
DxO Overall Score not tested 70
DxO Color Depth not tested 23.1
DxO Dynamic Range not tested 12.6
DxO Low Light ISO not tested 472
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