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Sony RX100 20.2 MP Premium Compact Digital Camera w/ 1-inch sensor, 28-100mm ZEISS zoom lens, 3” LCD
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Compatible Mountings | Zeiss |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 1:1, 3:2, 4:3 |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Supported File Format | RAW (ARW2.3 Format), RAW+JPEG, JPEG |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Maximum Focal Length | 100 Millimeters |
Optical Zoom | 3.6 x |
Maximum Aperture | 4.9 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
About this item
- Approximately 20.1 megapixels , Exmor CMOS Sensor, 28-100mm equivalent F/18-49 lens, ISO 125-6400 Expandable ISO 80, 100, and 25,600, 3-Inch LCD screen with 12M dots
- Operating temperature:Approx. 0°C to 40°C (32F° to 104F°).1080p video, Steady-Shot image stabilization,Rear control dial and customizable front control ring
- Burst Mode (shots)-Approx10 fps,(VGA) Moving Image Size -640x480 30fps Approx3Mbps. Flash range:ISO Auto: approximately 0.3 meter to 17.1 meter (W), approximately 0.55 meter to 6.3 meter (T)
- Bright F18 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 36x zoom, Full HD 1080/60p video with manual control and dual record, ,Ultra-slim, sophisticated aluminum body. Extensive features in a sleek camera
- Dimension: 1016 mm x 581 mm x 359 mm, Weight: 213g (75 oz). Exposure Compensation: +/- 3.0 EV, 1/3 EV step
- 20.2 MP Exmor"CMOS sensor - extreme low-light shots
- Bright F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 3.6x zoom
- Full HD 1080/60p video with manual control and dual record, 101.6 mm x 58.1 mm x 35.9 mm, 213g (7.5 oz.)
- 3-Inch Xtra Fine LCD display with bright whites & true blacks
- Ultra-slim, sophisticated aluminum body
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Picture quality | 4.4 | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Auto focus | 4.3 | 4.2 | 5.0 | — | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Image stabilization | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 3.9 | — |
Battery life | 3.9 | 3.6 | — | 4.2 | — | 4.3 |
Zoom | 4.4 | — | 5.0 | 4.0 | — | — |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | OLED |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 2.7 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Zoom | Zoom |
zoom type | optical | — | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom |
shooting modes | Portrait, antimotion blur, sports action, pet, gourmet, macro, landscape, sunset, night scene, handheld twilight, night portrait, fireworks and more | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Automatic, Movie, Panorama | Automatic, Portrait, Landscape, Macro | AUTO, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure, Memory Recall [body 3 sets/memory card 4 sets], Movie Mode, Movie AUTO, HFR Mode, Panorama, Scene Selection | Automatic |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, Micro HDMI | Wireless | USB | Wireless | Wi-Fi, NFC |
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Product information
Auto Focus Technology | Center, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 1:1, 3:2, 4:3 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1228800 |
Photo Sensor Size | 1-inch |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 20.2 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 20.2 MP |
White balance settings | Auto |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Integrated Flash |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Flash Modes Description | Off, Slow sync |
Supported Image Format | AVCHD, JPEG, RAW, Other |
Video Capture Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Video Output Interface | USB 2.0, HDMI |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
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Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Dots per screen area | 12 Mb |
Warranty Type | 12 |
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Mfg Warranty Description Labor | 1 year limited |
Manufacturer Warranty Description Parts | 1 year |
Model Name | Sony DSC-RX100/B |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | DSCRX100/B |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #46,763 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #302 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
ASIN | B00889ST2G |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Guide Number | 31 |
Included Components | Battery NP-BX1, Micro USB cable, Wrist Strap, Shoulder Strap Adapter, Camera, AC Adapter AC-UD11, Instruction Manual |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 1.41 x 2.29 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.53 Pounds |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | Zoom |
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Aperture Modes | F1.8 |
Optical Zoom | 3.6 x |
Digital Zoom | 14 |
Maximum Aperture | 4.9 Millimeters |
Minimum Aperture | 1.8 |
Zoom Type | optical |
Autofocus Points | 25 |
Compatible Mountings | Zeiss |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 100 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 28 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Memory Recall, Scene selection, Manual, Aperture priority |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Portrait, antimotion blur, sports action, pet, gourmet, macro, landscape, sunset, night scene, handheld twilight, night portrait, fireworks and more |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 14 Grams |
Battery Life | 330 Photos |
Removable Memory | Memory Stick, Secure Digital Card |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 10 |
Wireless Communication Technology | yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 MB |
Special Feature | Face Detection |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography, Videography |
Shock Resistant | FALSE |
Form Factor | Large sensor compact |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Delay between shots | 0.1 seconds |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Product Description
Product Description
Exquisite image quality and creative freedom in a truly compact package. For razor-sharp images and pro-quality defocused backgrounds, the RX100 features a large, 1-Inch sensor and an ultra-bright Carl Zeiss/1.8 lens. It also features a handy control ring for easy access to aperture settings and more for total creative freedom.1-Year Limited Warranty.What's in the box: Micro USB cable, Instruction Manual, Battery NP-BX1, Wrist Strap, AC Adapter AC-UD11 and Shoulder Strap Adapter. For more in depth look, check out the RX-100 brochure. Input Output Terminals: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), Micro HDMI, Micro USB. Shutter Speed: iAuto (4-1/2000), Program Auto (1-1/2000), Manual (30-1/2000), Shutter Priority (30-1/2000), Aperture Priority (8-1/2000)
From the Manufacturer
Cyber-shot Digital Camera
DSC-RX100
Exquisite image quality and creative freedom in a truly compact package. For razor-sharp images and pro-quality defocused backgrounds, the RX100 features a large, 1" sensor and an ultra-bright Carl Zeiss f/1.8 lens. It also features a handy control ring for easy access to aperture settings and more for total creative freedom.
Technology
1" Exmor CMOS sensor, 20.2 MP
Compared to the average point and shoot 1/2.3" sensor size, the RX100 boasts a large, specially developed 1" Exmor CMOS sensor to capture more light and reproduce every stunning detail with greater fidelity. Original dual noise reduction & column A/D conversion further decrease noise to ensure smooth, clear reproduction - even in low-light.
Bright F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
Newly developed large-diameter F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens delivers refined background defocusing - bokeh. A premium multi-layered T* coating also dramatically reduces ghost and flare caused by light reflection.
Wide Range ISO Sensitivity
Shoot in nearly any light with natural results thanks to sensitivity that ranges from ISO 125 to 6400. Auto ISO mode automatically determines the most appropriate setting, or manually expand sensitivity for greater control. The bright lens, extra large sensor and precision image processing work together to ensure remarkably low noise.
Complete Creative Control
Get SLR-like handling with a full range of controls for video and still shooting-from Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual (P/A/S/M) modes for more advanced photographers, to an incredibly effective iAuto mode perfect for beginners. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills and exercise greater creative control.
RAW Image Capture
Save pictures as compact JPEG files, ultra high-quality RAW files, or both at once. When shooting in RAW format, images are saved prior to de-mosaicing or applying white balance, sharpness and color enhancement for maximum latitude when enhancing images on your PC.
Gorgeous Full HD Video
Create amazingly clear, extra-smooth movies with Full HD 1080/60p video capture in the AVCHDâ„¢ Ver. 2.0 (progressive) format at a high frame rate of 60 fps. You can even record fast-moving subjects and dark settings with astonishing clarity thanks to the large image sensor and high-performance lens.
Additional Features
Massive 1" Exmor CMOS sensor, 20.2 MP
The massive Exmor CMOS sensor with 20.2 MP captures ultra-high definition images that take full advantage of the camera’s sharp Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar T* lens. The sensor enables advanced column A/D processing that reduces noise levels, resulting in astonishing low light images with incredible smooth and clear details.
Bright F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 3.6x zoom
Newly developed large-diameter F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens delivers refined background defocusing - bokeh. A premium multi-layered T* coating also dramatically reduces ghost and flare caused by light reflection.
P/A/S/M modes for video and stills
Enjoy a full range of controls for video and still shooting from the beginner's iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, build your confidence and exercise greater creative control.
Capture JPEG files, RAW files, or both
The DSC-RX100 saves pictures as compact JPEG files and/or ultra-high quality RAW files. RAW files save images prior to de-mosaicing, white balance, sharpness and color enhancement. This retains maximum latitude for enhancing the image on your PC.
Full HD 1080/60p
Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60p in 1080. This provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your HD TV.2 With dual record of stills and movies, you can shoot both at the same time.
Low-light ISO 6400 sensitivity
ncredibly clear low-light pictures without sacrificing detail, made possible by the low-noise Exmor® CMOS image sensor and refined BIONZ® image processor.
High speed Auto Focus
To improve focusing speed and sensitivity, the Exmor® CMOS sensor uses its rapid throughput to deliver high-quality image signals to the camera’s BIONZ® processor, which provides intelligent response data to a new high speed actuator motor in the lens. The result is fast, DSLR-like focusing speeds even in low light.
Capture the decisive moment with up to 10fps
Capture full 20.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, helping to ensure that the decisive moment is captured such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, a mechanical shutter helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.
3" Xtra Fine LCD Display
The 3" (1,229k dots) Xtra Fine LCD Display makes it easy to scroll through menus and preview life. WhiteMagic increases visibility in bright daylight. The large display delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies while enabling easy focusing operation.
Customizable function button
Assign up to seven different functions to the function button, to allow quick access to your most frequently used features.
Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode
Optical SteadyShot™ with Active Mode for blur-free movies even while walking. Camera-shake compensation using Optical SteadyShot/Active Mode has been improved with the addition of new electronic image stabilization. Now it’s easier than ever to obtain sharp, blur-free movies even when zooming in unsteady situations, such as shooting with one hand while walking.
Memory recall
MR (memory recall) mode can memorize up to three groups of the user's preferred settings. Settings include zoom magnification, white balance, exposure compensation, date, and grid lines. This enables quick switching of settings at the right moment.
Sophisticated metal body
The sophisticated aluminum body is lightweight, slim, and strong.
Auto portrait framing
Simply photograph a person and Auto Portrait Framing will save an additional, optimally framed image in portrait or landscape orientation. Combining Face Detection and By Pixel Super Resolution technologies with rule of thirds, Auto Portrait Framing provides beautifully composed and appealingly balanced full resolution portraits.
Auto HDR mode
Captures more scene dynamic range than a single exposure can handle—and more range than photo film. Combines the best highlight detail from one shot, the best mid-tones from a second and the best shadow detail from a third for one incredible shot (up to 6 EV stops). Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects.)
Face Detection/ Registration technology
The camera can automatically detect and register up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.
Multi-aspect ratio recording for still images
Capture still images in any of four aspect ratios — 1:1, 2:3, 4:3, or 16:9 (vertical to horizontal). This provided the freedom to choose a ratio that matches the scene or the specific shooting purpose.
3.6x optical/7.2x Clear Image digital zoom
Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom digitally doubles optical zoom for closer photos.
Built in pop up flash
Enjoy the convenience of flash photography everywhere you go.
Four focusing modes
This camera has two Autofocus modes: Single-shot AF (AF-S) or Continuous AF (AF-C), which tracks moving objects. It also has Manual Focus for manual focusing freedom, and Direct Manual Focus (DMF), that first uses autofocusing to focus on the subject, and then allows fast and easy switching to manual focusing for even more precise adjustment.
Digital level gauge
Digital level gauge to allow easier leveling of the camera.
MF assist and peaking
Manual focus becomes much easier because peaking highlights the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focus setting can make or break your shot.
Multi-frame noise reduction
In this mode, the camera automatically shoots multiple images and layers them to produce a single noise-free image. This method provides noise reduction equivalent to a 2-stop lower shutter speed while maintaining the same aperture setting. Since the Multi Frame NR mode can be used in combination with P/A/S/M modes, it expands the user’s shooting flexibility.
Photo Creativity
The Photo Creativity interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without complex jargon. Changes can be combined/ removed and viewed in real time on the LCD making it a breeze to make adjustments. Choose from several different Photo Creativity functions using the convenient control wheel and center button including; Picture Effect, Background Defocus, Color, Brightness, and Vividness.
Picture Effect mode
Realize your creative potential with Picture Effect, a fun and simple way to convert ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. Effects are Soft Focus, Posterization, Retro Photo, High Contrast Monochrome, Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature, Soft High-key, Toy Camera, Pop Color, Partial Color, Watercolor Painting, HDR Painting, and Illustration.
Creative Style settings
Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, B&W, Sunset, Portrait and Landscape. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.
Sweep Panorama™ Mode
Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together.
Superior Auto mode
Get cleaner, more dynamic pictures and fewer missed shots. The camera automatically recognizes the correct scene mode, then quickly shoots and combines up to six shots to produce images with greater clarity, optimum dynamic range using Backlight Correction HDR technology and lower image noise using 6 shots layering technology. Superior Auto intelligently detects 33 scenes for still images and movies, making it easy to get the best shot.
Intelligent Scene Recognition mode
Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode automatically detects 33 different types of scenes for photos and 44 scenes for movies, and then selects the appropriate camera settings. In Auto Mode, the camera takes a single shot using the optimal settings. In Advanced Mode, the camera takes a photo with the optimal settings and, if in difficult lighting (low light or back light) immediately takes a second photo with another optimized setting so you can choose which to keep.
Please see the comparison chart below to find which RX100 series model is best for your shooting needs.
Sensor
20.1MP4 BSI-CMOS
20.2MP BSI-CMOS
20.2MP CMOS
Processor
Bionz X
Bionz
Bionz
Lens focal range
24-70mm
28-100mm
28-100mm
Lens max aperture
F1.8-2.8
F1.8-4.9
F1.8-4.9
LCD (degrees of tilt)
3" tilting (180/45)
3" tilting (90/40)
3" fixed
EVF
Built-in
Optional
No
Hot shoe
No
Multi-Interface
No
Max video bit rate
50MBps (XAVC S)
28Mbps (AVCHD)
28Mbps (AVCHD)
Wi-Fi
Yes, with NFC
Yes, with NFC
No
ND filter
Yes
No
No
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots
350 shots
330 shots
Dimensions
102 x 58 x 41mm
102 x 58 x 38mm
102 x 58 x 36mm
Weight
10.2oz
9.9oz
8.5oz
1. Records in 29 minute segments
2. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold separately
2014 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Cyber-shot, Optical SteadyShot, Smile Shutter, Sweep Panorama, Exmor, Xtra Fine LCD, WhiteMagic, BIONZ and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony. AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
* From The New York Times, June 28th, 2012 © 2012. The New York Times. All rights reserved. Used under licence.
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Customers like the performance, portability, and focus of the digital camera. For example, they mention the sensors do a wonderful job of taking low-light photos, it's an amazing tool, and it fits in your pocket. That said, they're satisfied with size, ease of use, and image quality. Opinions are mixed on quality and value.
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Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it's impressive, spectacular, and clean. They also say the photos are good to ISO 1600 but by ISO 3200 things get a bit iffy depending on the light. They mention that the Carl Zeiss lens renders in a unique, characterful way. Customers also say that it takes great pictures of fast-moving kids even in low light conditions.
"..." sensor of the typical compact camera, and consequently provides much better image quality than any other compact camera, with the obvious..." Read more
"...(large, but many easily accessed controls, great WB, amazing thru ISO800...and a great price.)" Read more
"...Overall, images look great!-Build quality: The camera exudes quality. It feels solid and well built...." Read more
"...lights on one wall for room lighting, it gives an image pic taken of good quality, I'll call it a night vision pic, very impressive and even somehow..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera. They say the sensors do a wonderful job of taking low-light photos, and the RX100 is an amazing tool. They also say the photos taken at 1600 ISO are perfectly usable, impressive, and very nice.
"...is: It is very difficult to beat the FZ-150 and SX260 superzooms: very good macro and great zoom at the same time, plus very acceptable Auto Mode,..." Read more
"...Self-portrait mode is clever for timer shots, it just waits until you are in the image, and seeing your face, it shoots every 3 sec until you leave..." Read more
"...Photos taken at 1600 ISO are perfectly usable; something I would never have thought with a compact. Overall, images look great!..." Read more
"...image pic taken of good quality, I'll call it a night vision pic, very impressive and even somehow sometimes comes out like a normal pic in normal..." Read more
Customers like the size of the camera. They mention it's a very handy and pocketable camera. Some say it'll fit in any jacket.
"...So, finally, this issue shows the strength of the RX-100. It is small, light, and unobtrusive, so you can take it with you frequently, and you..." Read more
"...A./ Best combo of size and features of any compact out there....slightly smaller than an LX5, slightly bigger than a S95, because of its lens casing...." Read more
"...2. The size - it is really compact considering the image quality it packs, but it is a tad too big to fit in a jean pocket comfortably...." Read more
"...Pro: Really small, lens sharp everywhere you'd expect, great interface, fast operation, only slightly confusing for a snapshot camera..." Read more
Customers find the camera easy to use. They mention the menu system is straight forward and easy to navigate. They appreciate the customizable user interface and the fully programmable buttons. They also appreciate the easy auto modes and the fact that it has lots of automated in camera process controls.
"...Also, the RX-100 menu system is reasonably intuitive, and easier to manage than the menu system of Sony's NEX line of cameras, about which you can..." Read more
"...a tiny DSLR up to iso 1600... XZ1 could do in a pinch, as it is very controllable and just a step behind in ISO, very good 400 and better than most..." Read more
"...It's very easy to set up custom white balance compared to Canons, but for some reason they make you switch to a stills mode to do it...." Read more
"...I loved the NEX5N output but hated the menu system and lack of physical controls, the 6 appeared to be my holy grail...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the digital camera. They say it fits in their pocket, is compact, and easy to carry. Some say it's heavy for the size, but it goes fine in a jacket.
"...It is small, light, and unobtrusive, so you can take it with you frequently, and you will have it available to take high-quality photographs, even..." Read more
"...This is truly a pocket camera, very small, but very solid and heavier than you would expect from its size...." Read more
"...On top of that, the 1080 HD video is superb. This is the perfect travel camera.Well, not quite perfect...." Read more
"...2. Compact - Knowing myself, I would probably consider even the NEX too cumbersome to take around which would end up collecting dust...." Read more
Customers like the autofocus on the camera. They say it's insanely fast, accurate, and reliable. They also appreciate the ability to switch quickly between shutter priority and aperture priority.
"...The RX-100 allows the photographer to control the shutter speed, aperture, ISO, auto-focus area, etc.,..." Read more
"...Speed priority continuous shooting is very fast but the card I had (transcend class 10) only let it take a half dozen-odd shots before buffer stall...." Read more
"...You can see more info but this is a nice, uncluttered way of displaying shutter speed, aperture, EV, and ISO.Cons:..." Read more
"...Without flash on, you can take picture after picture quite quickly, but if you use the flash expect to do the waiting game and I mean wait for next..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the camera. Some mention that it boasts a high-quality Zeiss 28-100mm lens, solid beautiful construction, and tough body. However, others say that the quality does not even approach the quality a Nikon D7000, the guide is not terribly impressive, and has some weaknesses in the performance area. The rotation dial is laggy and not totally unusable, but not great.
"...The RX-100 boasts a high-quality Zeiss 28-100mm lens, which at 28mm has a maximum aperture of f/1.8 that is very impressive for a compact camera...." Read more
"...You can record 29:50 continuously at 60p. The camera is warm to the touch after that time in a 70F room but not hot...." Read more
"...(large, but many easily accessed controls, great WB, amazing thru ISO800...and a great price.)" Read more
"...is a great way to change functions and the RX100's ring has a nice weighty resistance but it just takes too long to go through settings...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the camera. Some mention that it's well worth the price, has manual features for the money, and is completely usable at 800. However, others say that it is pricey.
"...the RX-100 sets a new benchmark for compact cameras, and is well worth its price." Read more
"...Yes, it is expensive and yes, there are some annoying aspects. Overall though, it has elevated the bar for compact cameras...." Read more
"...a pinch, as it is very controllable and just a step behind in ISO, very good 400 and better than most other compacts at 800......" Read more
"...Has lots of the same features, costs less, and the view monitor was easier to see outdoors. I'll review it under that product after using it a while." Read more
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However, you get what you pay for, and although the RX-100 sensor is superior to the sensor of any compact camera of similar size and somewhat similar price, its sensor is no match for the sensor of a full-frame compact camera, a full-frame digital SLR, a half-frame digital SLR, or a half-frame MILC camera. For example, the dxomark website provides the following ratings of the sensors for various Sony (and other) cameras, based on measurements of the Color Depth, Dynamic Range, and Low-Light ISO characteristics of those sensors: RX1 full-frame compact (93), A99 full-frame dSLT (89), A77 half-frame dSLT (78), A57 half-frame dSLT (75), NEX-7 MILC (81), and RX-100 compact (66). Viewed from the perspective of these DxO ratings, the RX-100 sensor is in a class with Sony's first dSLR camera, the A100 that DxO gives a rating of 61. So, on one hand, the RX-100 provides equivalent image quality to the A100 dSLR, but on the other hand, the RX-100 image quality falls far short of the quality of the A99 dSLT or RX1 compact.
But even considering the superior image quality of a dSLT camera such as the A99, this large, heavy camera is of no use to you unless you are able to take it with you. And taking a large, heavy camera everywhere you go is impractical. So, finally, this issue shows the strength of the RX-100. It is small, light, and unobtrusive, so you can take it with you frequently, and you will have it available to take high-quality photographs, even if those photographs are not of the highest possible quality that you might obtain with a larger, heavier, and more expensive camera.
If you insist on the highest-possible image quality in a compact camera, and you are willing to pay for that quality, consider the RX1 instead of the RX100. The dimensions of the RX1, in terms of height, width and depth, are 113mm by 65mm by 70mm, whereas for the RX-100 those dimensions are 102mm by 59mm by 36mm. The weight of the RX1 is 482 grams, whereas the weight of the RX-100 is 240 grams. So, the RX1 has twice the depth and weight of the RX-100, a fact that makes the RX-100 a less obtrusive compact camera. The RX1 has a 35mm f/2 lens, whereas the RX-100 has a 28-100mm f/1.8 zoom lens, but the aperture of the RX-100 lens is f/1.8 only at 28mm, and decreases steadily to f/4.9 as the focal length increases from 28mm to 90mm: f/1.8 at 28mm, f/2.8 at 35mm, f/3.2 at 50mm, f/4 at 70mm, and f/4.9 at 90mm. The RX1 costs $2,800, whereas the RX-100 costs $650.
Sony provides a downloadable, 68-page English/Spanish "Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual" in PDF format for the RX-100 that doesn't give enough detail to be fully useful However, if you perform a Google search, you will find a 227-page or a 261-page much more comprehensive "Cyber-shot User Guide / Sony RX-100 User Guide" in PDF format, that is similarly downloadable from a Sony web page, although Sony doesn't provide any apparent clue that this more comprehensive manual exists. And, if you need even better instructions on the use of the RX-100, you can perform a Google search for Friedman Archives and buy the 425-page "The Complete Guide to Sony's CyberShot RX-100", which, at a price of $21.45 in PDF format, would still be cheap at twice the price.
One caveat that you can find on page 203 of the 227-page version of the comprehensive "Cyber-shot User Guide / Sony RX-100 User Guide", or on page 235 of the 261-page version of that guide, is the fact that connecting the RX-100 to a computer via the USB cable can be idiosyncratic. In particular, you may need to connect the USB cable directly to the computer, instead of to a USB hub. Also, you may need to disconnect from the computer any USB devices other than the RX-100, the computer keyboard and the computer mouse. Additionally, you may need to configure the RX-100 "USB Connection" to "Mass Storage" using the RX-100 menu system. This idiosyncratic behavior is the first such behavior that I have noticed in any Nikon, Minolta or Sony digital camera that I have owned, and I have owned more than a few.
In conclusion, the RX-100 sets a new benchmark for compact cameras, and is well worth its price.
A./ Best combo of size and features of any compact out there....slightly smaller than an LX5, slightly bigger than a S95, because of its lens casing. This camera reminds me of an LX5, on a S95 body.
B./ Will go in a pants pocket only if you are a man wearing "relaxed fit" jeans, or khaki casual maybe.
C./ Absolute best ISO on a compact, pretty usable 1600. Drops quite badly at 3200 if not in well lit conditions.
D./ Unimpressed with RX100's macro. I love macro, and wanted better. The Lumix LX7 is a great macro camera on a semi-pro body and at a very nice price compared to the RX-100. Ditto for Canon S110 if a small body is the single most important requirement.
E,/ Reasonable WB in almost all scenes. The larger sensor may contribute: I dont know whether sensor physics or in-camera processing matters more for WB.
F./ Digital extended zoom not as well done as Lumix or Canon.
G../ Outdoor video great, but my FZ150 equal, and can do it with an amazing zoom. Indoor video very nice but, as with all compacts, not like outdoors. RX100 far exceeds XZ1, LX5, P310, S95 all of whom seem to put video in as an extra, which is fine , as long as you know that, and it is reflected in your purchase decision.
Stills thru ISO800: RX1 rates A
XZ1 B+/A-
S95 B+/A-
FZ150 B+
SX260 B/B+
LX5 B/B+ (WB issue)
P310 B (noise)
Zs15 B
Video RX1 A
FZ150 A-
ZS15 B+/A-
SX260 B+
LX5 B
S95 B (720p)
XZ1 B- (focusing)
P310 C- (focusing)
Conclusion:
As a vacation camera, get the FZ150....great on an HDTV thru iso 400 or even 800, video equal to the RX100, and a clear image zoom out to about 32x !!
For size, and for sharper ISO thru 1600, the RX100 if you have the bucks.
For families, a much better all-around performer at even less money would be a NEX F3 or 5N, with a 18-55mm zoom. Much better ISO 1600 thru 6400, and therefore ability to use S mode and higher shutter speed to stop moving kids and pets. Again, for families, don't blow your budget on added lenses fot the NEX - the kit zoom is fine. Does everything the RX100 does and better, just physically larger to carry, but certainly ok in a purse, pouch, or on a neckstrap.
For the pro who is constantly changing ISO/Aperture/Shutter/ev/WB....the RX100 is worth the money. It really is a tiny DSLR up to iso 1600... XZ1 could do in a pinch, as it is very controllable and just a step behind in ISO, very good 400 and better than most other compacts at 800...
I now own a Sony NEX-5N : fantastic, has usable ISO6400 even indoors, but cumbersome interface. I also own a Canon SX260, mainly for its great zoom, price, and it can go in almost any pocket w/o worrying that you are going to break a $600 investment.
After many, many trials, my opinion is: It is very difficult to beat the FZ-150 and SX260 superzooms: very good macro and great zoom at the same time, plus very acceptable Auto Mode, then throw in full manual adjustments and very good video.
Forgetting price, for overall quality of both stills and video, buy the NEX 5N. For size, speedy interface, plus clear indoor iso800 and maybe iso1600 ability, the RX100 is really all there is as a non-interchangeable lens camera right now. Two money-saving nearly as good choices are the Lumix LX7 (small, half the money) and the Nikon P7700 (large, but many easily accessed controls, great WB, amazing thru ISO800...and a great price.)
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Reviewed in Mexico on January 17, 2020