Sony RX100 VII in 2026: Your iPhone Already Beats It

The Sony RX100 VII is a genuinely cool little camera — pocket-sized, 24-200mm zoom, built-in viewfinder, the whole package. But should you buy one today? After putting it up against my iPhone, my honest answer is no. I'm not a professional camera reviewer — no specs, no charts, just real-world impressions from a hobbyist who spent real money on this thing. Here's what I actually think after a few months with it. The one exception? If you're learning photography and find a used one for a great deal, the full manual mode makes it a solid trainer. But for everyone else, skip it. Drop your thoughts in the comments — especially if you disagree. I'd genuinely love to hear it.