Nikon Z6 III vs Sony RX10 V

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Nikon Z6 III leads Sony RX10 V overall by 22 points (67 vs 45 out of 100).
  • Key differences: sensor size, where Nikon Z6 III has Full Frame vs 1-inch; AF points, where Sony RX10 V has 575 vs 299; max video resolution, where Nikon Z6 III has 6048 × 3402 vs 3840 × 2160 px; only Nikon Z6 III has image stabilization (IBIS); max video frame rate, where Nikon Z6 III has 240 vs 120 fps.
Nikon Z6 III leads overall
Nikon Z6 III · 67 overall, #19 of 39
67
Sony RX10 V · 34 overall, #36 of 39
45
Key differences
  • Sensor SizeNikon Z6 III Full Frame vs 1-inch
  • AF PointsSony RX10 V 575 vs 299
  • Max Video ResolutionNikon Z6 III 6048 × 3402 vs 3840 × 2160 px
  • Image StabilizationNikon Z6 III only
  • Max Video Frame RateNikon Z6 III 240 vs 120 fps

Scores by Category

Z6 III wins 5 of 7 categories · RX10 V wins 1

CategoryZ6 IIIRX10 VLead
Sensor
+61
Autofocus
+52
Video
+52
Performance
Tie
Connectivity & Storage
+45
Physical & Battery
+8
Display & Viewfinder
+17

Physical Comparison

760 g1111 g
Z6 IIIRX10 V

RX10 V is 351 g (46%) heavier than Z6 III.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Nikon Z6 III

No notable compromises found.

Sony RX10 V

  • No in-body stabilization — shakier handheld video and low light.
  • Single card slot — no instant backup for paid work.

Detailed Specifications

Sensor

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
Sensor Size
Megapixels
24.5 MP22% more
20.1 MP
Image Stabilization (IBIS)
Yes
No
ISO Max
64,000400% more
12,800

Autofocus

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
AF Points
299
57592% more

Video

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
Max Video Resolution
6048 × 3402 px
3840 × 2160 px
Max Video Frame Rate
240 fps100% more
120 fps
Video Bit Depth
12
1017% less

Performance

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
Burst Speed (mechanical)
14 fps
N/A
Burst Speed (electronic)
20 fps
30 fps50% more

Display & Viewfinder

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
LCD Size
3.2 in7% more
3 in
LCD Resolution
2,100,00030% more
1,620,000
Viewfinder Resolution
5,760,00056% more
3,686,400

Connectivity & Storage

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
Dual Card Slots
Yes
No
Weather Sealing
Yes
Yes

Physical & Battery

Feature
Z6 III
RX10 V
Weight
760 g32% less
1,111 g
Battery Life (CIPA shots)
380
63066% more
Dimensions
13.85 × 10.15 × 7.4 cm
13.64 × 9.45 × 15.13 cm

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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