Sony RX10 V vs RX10 IV
Same 24-600mm lens, same 20.1MP sensor — after a 9-year wait, what did Sony actually change?
Last updated: 9 October 2026 · Prices include VAT · RX10 V specs from Sony's official page
Sony RX10 V (2026)Choose the Sony RX10 V if…
You want the real generational leap on the same lens and sensor size — 575-point AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/insect/vehicle) instead of older tracking, 30fps blackout-free bursts, 4K video up to 120p with 10-bit 4:2:2 recording, a much bigger and sharper EVF, and roughly 50% more battery life. Built for wildlife, sports, and serious video work.
An RX10 IV still works well if…
You already own one — it still delivers the same 24-600mm reach and 20.1MP stills that made the series popular, and autofocus speed or 4K 120p video isn't critical to your work. It also keeps one thing the V dropped: a built-in pop-up flash. Sony no longer sells it new; it's now a used/secondhand-only option.
Sensor
RX10 V
20.1MP 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS
RX10 IV
20.1MP 1.0-type stacked CMOS
Processor & AF
RX10 V
BIONZ XR + AI unit · 575-pt AF
RX10 IV
BIONZ X · 315-pt AF
Burst speed
RX10 V
Up to 30fps, blackout-free
RX10 IV
Up to 24fps
Top video
RX10 V
4K up to 120p · 10-bit 4:2:2
RX10 IV
4K up to 30p
Viewfinder
RX10 V
0.5-type OLED · 3.68M dots
RX10 IV
0.39-type OLED · 2.36M dots
Rear screen
RX10 V
3.0-inch · 1.62M-dot tilting touch
RX10 IV
3.0-inch · 1.44M-dot tilting touch
Battery (CIPA)
RX10 V
NP-FZ100 · ~630 shots (LCD)
RX10 IV
NP-FW50 · ~400 shots (LCD)
Built-in flash
RX10 V
None — hot-shoe only
RX10 IV
Built-in pop-up flash
Same on both
Same 24-600mm ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* F2.4-4.0 lens (25x optical zoom) · same 20.1MP resolution · single SD card slot (RX10 V adds UHS-II) · 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks · same weather-sealed, all-in-one bridge-camera body style
Same lens, same megapixels — the RX10 V's real upgrade is autofocus, burst speed, and video quality.
In Sony's words
“Shoot up to 30 fps bursts with full AF/AE tracking and no viewfinder blackout.”
“A 3.68 million-dot Quad-VGA OLED viewfinder with 0.78x magnification delivers high resolution, high contrast, and easier viewing.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the Sony RX10 V cost in Oman?
899.000 OMR including VAT at Skyorbits. Live availability is on its product page.
What actually changed from the RX10 IV?
The autofocus (575 phase-detection points), blackout-free bursts up to 30 fps, 4K video up to 120p with 10-bit 4:2:2, and a bigger 0.5-type 3.68-million-dot OLED viewfinder.
Is the lens or sensor different?
No. Both use a 24–600 mm ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* F2.4–4.0 lens and a 20.1 MP 1.0-type stacked sensor; the RX10 V pairs it with Sony's newer BIONZ XR engine.
Can I still buy a new RX10 IV?
Sony no longer sells it new, so it is now a used or second-hand option. Skyorbits sells the RX10 V.
Is the upgrade worth it for wildlife and sport?
Yes if you shoot moving subjects: the 575-point autofocus with blackout-free 30 fps bursts is the biggest change. For landscapes and static subjects, the shared lens and sensor make the gap smaller.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. Bank Muscat and Meethaq card plans are open to everyone; Skyorbits in-house installments are for Omani nationals aged 18 or over, from 200.000 OMR, with management approval.
Can I see it in Muscat?
Yes, at our Al Khoud showroom (Al Khoud Oasis Complex, shop 103). Message us first so we can tell you what is in.
Sources
Order the Sony RX10 V at Skyorbits, Muscat
899.000 OMR (VAT included) — live availability is on its product page. 1-year warranty — we handle the claim.
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RX10 IV specs from official Sony documentation; RX10 V specs independently verified via DPReview, PetaPixel, Digital Camera World, TechRadar and Seth Miranda's review, as of July 2026.