Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III

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      Specifications

      General Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      BrandSonySony
      ModelCyber-shot DSC-RX100 IVCyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Predecessor ModelSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II
      Successor ModelSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      MSRP$1000/€1150$799
      Camera TypePoint & ShootPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeAdvanced CompactAdvanced Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Sensor TypeStacked CMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor Size1-inch1-inch
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm13.2 x 8.8 mm
      Total Pixels21.0 Megapixel20.9 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.1 Megapixel20.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range125 - 12,800125 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range80 - 25,60080 - 25,600
      Photo Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      ProcessorBionz XBionz X
      Max Image Resolution5472 x 36485472 x 3648
      Other Resolutions3:2 (3888 x 2592, 2736 x 1824), 4:3 (4864 x 3648, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944), 16:9 (5472 x 3080, 3648 x 2056, 2720 x 1528), 1:1 (3648 x 3648, 2544 x 2544, 1920 x 1920)3:2 mode: 3888x2592, 2736x1824; 4:3 mode: 4864x3648, 3648x2736, 2592x1944, 640x480; 16:9 mode: 5472x3080, 2720x1528; 1:1 mode: 3648x3648, 2544x2544, 1920x1920
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, standardExtra fine, fine, standard
      Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable appWith downloadable app
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Number of Focus Points2525
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Focal Length8.8 - 25.7 mm8.8 - 25.7 mm
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 70 mm24 - 70 mm
      Optical Zoom2.9x2.9x
      Maximum Aperturef/1.8 - 2.8f/1.8 - 2.8
      Min Normal Focus Distance5 cm5 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance5 cm5 cm
      Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen TechnologyWhiteMagic TFT LCDWhiteMagic TFT-LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,229k dot1,229k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Viewfinder Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      ViewfinderElectronicElectronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.59x0.59x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,359k dot1,440k dot
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3-4 to +3
      Shutter Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting16.0 fps10.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 14 fps at 20.2 MPUp to 10 fps at 20.1 MP
      Flash Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Flash On
      Off
      Rear Sync
      Red-Eye Reduction
      Slow Sync
      Flash Range10.20 m at Auto ISO
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Connection
      Exposure Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 (at 1/3 EV increments)±2 (at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 (3 frames ) ±3
      DXO Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      DxO Low Light ISO562495
      DxO Color Depth22.922.4
      DxO Dynamic Range12.612.3
      DxO Overall Score7067
      Video Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Internal Recording ModesAVCHD/MP4/XAVC S
      1920 x 1080p at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps
      1440 x 1080p at 29.97 fps
      1280 x 720
      640 x 480 at 29.97 fps
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC SMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21601920 x 1080
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Audio I/ONo
      Power I/O1 x Micro-USB Input
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Connectivity Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      NFC
      Mobile App Compatible
      Environmental Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
      Physical Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Dimensions102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61")102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61")
      Weight (inc. batteries)298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)290 g (0.64 lb / 10.23 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.15 x 4.65 x 2.95"6.15 x 4.7 x 2.85"
      Package Weight1.245 lb1.185 lb
      Power and Storage Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Battery PackNP-BX1NP-BX1
      Battery Life280 shots320 shots
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG DuoSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
      Other Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Self TimerYes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous)
      Orientation Sensor
      Accessory MountNo
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System


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