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Manufacturer: Sony Part number: DSC-RX100/B
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- The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100's compact, elegant design, generally excellent photo quality, bright, fast lens, and speedy performance make a great package if you don't mind spending a little more money.
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CNET editors' review
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 price range: $574.99 - $649.99
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 08/23/2012
The good: Speed, good looks, and pretty pictures number among the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100's strengths.
The bad: The camera tends to clip bright highlights more than we typically see, and the slippery body lacks a grip. Plus, the lack of a manually triggered macro mode might put off some fans of close-up photography.
The bottom line: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100's compact, elegant design, generally excellent photo quality, bright, fast lens, and speedy performance make a great package if you don't mind spending a little more money.
User reviews
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Sony Cybershot DSC-RX100
by TGThomas34 on October 30, 2012
Pros: Superb automatic functions.
LCD display is excellent.
Build quality is great.
Built-in flash works well.Cons: Optical zoom is just 3.6x.
There's no Macro button.Summary: I wanted a compact camera that I could carry everywhere, all the time, with ease. What I read about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R100 sounded really good, so I ordered one ...
Summary: I wanted a compact camera that I could carry everywhere, all the time, with ease. What I read about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R100 sounded really good, so I ordered one plus a Lowepro pouch to keep it safe. The camera is considerably better than I expected. It produces absolutely stunning photographs so I am completely delighted with it.
I really don't find the lack of a view finder any hindrance as the screen brightness can be turned up enabling it can be viewed in sunlight. The only thing that I miss is a fully articulated screen like the Nikon D5100 has, or a tilting screen like the Sony NEX cameras have, but I suppose it would have increased the front to back thickness.
The camera's on-line user guides leave some room for improvement so I look forward to a good book becoming available. I'm still trying to get my head around the differences between the dial settings of Intelligent Auto ("Automatically identifies the scene's characteristics and shoots a photo") and Superior Auto ("The device beautifully shoots automatically while reducing blurring and noise") - why and when you should use either!
The camera's superb automatic functions and its provision for full manual control is a powerfully enticing combination for such such a tiny package. One minor criticism, the blue Zeiss label on the front of my camera is coming unpeeled. I haven't had the camera long though it has been in daily use. I have taken hundreds of photos with it. The camera is both delightfully easy to use and yet very versatile. I love it.
Unfortunately Sony's software only supports Windows or Mac, which is not a lot of use to me as my OS is Linux. Nevertheless, Ubuntu 12.04 detects the camera automatically and Shotwell 0.12.3 imports photos without any difficulty.
I still find the camera's menu a bit baffling though. For example, no matter which setting the top dial on the right is turned to (P, A, S, M, MR, and so on), the DRO/Auto HDR option (under the camera icon, in menu 3) remains permanently greyed out. So I fail yet to understand its purpose, or how it can be selected. Nevertheless, the camera is really wonderful, so I can recommend it most highly. I'm glad I chose this one rather than the NEX 5N that I contemplated buying. The RX100 complements my DSLR perfectly.
ADDENDUM/ERRATUM
The DRO/Auto HDR option was re-enabled when I reset the camera to its default settings, so I must have inadvertently changed some setting to disable it in all modes. I still haven't figured out what I did! I really don't find Sony's user guide or manual () very helpful and hope someone (eg David D Busch) will produce a book soon. Concerning the Zeiss label, it seems that I was mistaken because what unpeeled appears to have been a protective film leaving the label itself intact on the camera. I have managed to find an external charger for NP-BX1 batteries via Google.
*See more information & take more profit for the RX100 at: Digicams2012.wordpress.com/sony-dsc-rx100/
Hope my review is helpful.4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Quality Compact great for Video & Discreet Photography
by robotvoice2079 on November 30, 2012
Pros: Compact size, easy to carry and looks discreet when traveling.
Great Video quality even in low light at high ISO.
Very nice Bokeh, shallow DOF.
Minimal Lens Warping
Lots if Useful SCENE mode
Functions can be assigned to focus ring.Cons: no 24fps for film look although shooting at 1/30 shutter speed looks close.
NO OEM filter system - but there are Mag Filter solutions out there.
Focus Ring takes a lot of turning to focus.
MTS video format - hard to preview files in Adobe Premiere.Summary: I needed a camera with quality Video and fast, snappy action before a trip to South East Asia. I got the A77 and then returned it for the Rx-110,( due ...
Summary: I needed a camera with quality Video and fast, snappy action before a trip to South East Asia. I got the A77 and then returned it for the Rx-110,( due to bad low light performance) and I was really happy I did: Video looks amazing, Shoots Stills fast with no shutter lag, and is discreet due to size. I was able to bravely shoot anywhere, got great results from moving vehicle as well. Video came out fantastic, friends could not believe it came from a camera that fit into my pocket. I recommend filter adapters from Carry Speed and buying extra battery. Overall this camera offer serious quality performance at a compact size and reasonable price. Its fast, does not lens distort and take nice shallow DOF shots. Great back up cam for any DSLR user.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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DSLR photo quality in compact camera. I LOVE IT!!!
by teky teky on January 2, 2013
Pros: 1. Takes crisp and clear pictures.
2. Great in low light conditions.
3. Decent battery life.
4. Awesome features.
5. Beautiful compact design.Cons: 1. No GeoTagging or Wi-Fi.
2. It's a bit pricey.Summary: In short, this is a great camera! I got the RX100 has a replacement to a Canon SX230. It's such an improvement. Also, if you're a DSLR user ...
Summary: In short, this is a great camera! I got the RX100 has a replacement to a Canon SX230. It's such an improvement. Also, if you're a DSLR user and don't want to lug around a large camera this is the camera for you. The picture quality is simply amazing. Also, great ease of use and packed full of features that I'm still discovering with every use.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Astonishing image quality for the size.
by MI6x on August 24, 2012
Pros: SWEEP PANORAMA AND HANDHELD TWILIGHT ARE GENUINELY USEFUL ,MANUAL FOCUS IS A JOY ON THE RX100,LOW-LIGHT PERFORMANCE AND SPEED BOTH FEEL DSLR-LIKE .
Cons: nothing ,nothing
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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the best! if you can afford it
by mexjox on January 14, 2013
Pros: nothing remotely pocketable takes comparable pictures
Cons: is it worth 650 usd?
Summary: Ok, lets get some things clear:
I Loooove this camera it is absolutely amazing, clarity and low light pictures are simply unbeatable with any thing remotely pocketable!
Having said that......Summary: Ok, lets get some things clear:
I Loooove this camera it is absolutely amazing, clarity and low light pictures are simply unbeatable with any thing remotely pocketable!
Having said that...
The canon s95 takes comperable pictures 95% of the time at half the cost.
sonys own wx150 takes great pictures, as long as the light is ok, 90% of the time you really cant see much difference if you're not pixel peeping and all this for 1/4 of the price.
If you want the best compact camera period, this is it! but it comes at a premium price (I am happy about my purchase though, expensive or not it's staying with me for years) -
Almost perfect with a few corrections needed
by Tim_Liao on January 3, 2013
Pros: Size, Battery Life, Image Quality, Speed, Video Output
Cons: Sometimes it seems to bog down and has crashed a few times. 3.6X zoom without the capability of expansion is problematic.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: DSC-RX100/B
- 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" 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.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - Compact
- Resolution 20.2 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type Exmor CMOS
- Total Pixels 20,900,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 20,200,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 1.0"
- Digital Zoom 14 x
- Image Processor BIONZ
- Image Stabilizer Optical (Steady Shot with Active Mode)
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 25
- AE/AF Control Subject-tracking AF,
Face-priority AF - Face Detection Smile Shutter,
Face-priority AF function - Digital Video Format AVCHD,
H.264 - Image Recording Format JPEG,
RAW,
RAW + JPEG - Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080
- AV Interfaces HDMI
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 3200,
ISO 125,
ISO auto (125-6400),
ISO 1600,
ISO 800,
ISO 200,
ISO 6400,
ISO 400 - Min Illumination 3.2 lux
- Exposure Metering Multi-segment,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Modes Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Handheld night shot,
Sports mode,
Sunset,
Anti-blur,
Night portrait,
High sensitivity,
Panorama assist,
Night scene,
Fireworks,
Food,
Pet,
Macro,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Water Colour,
Miniature,
Posterization,
Toy camera,
Pop Color,
Soft Focus,
HDR Painting,
Rich-tone monochrome,
Soft High-key,
Partial color,
High contrast monochrome,
Retro - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Daylight,
Tungsten light,
Shade,
Cloudy,
Fluorescent light (daylight),
Fluorescent light (warm white),
Fluorescent light (cool white),
Flash,
Fluorescent light (white) - Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±3 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
- White Balance Bracketing Yes
Lens System
- Type Carl Zeiss 3.6 x x Zoom lens - 10.4 mm - 37.1 mm - F/1.8-4.9
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 28 - 100 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 2 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
- Lens Construction 6 groups / 7 elements
- Features Aspherical lens,
Built-in lens shield Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Flash Modes Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Slow synchro,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode - Effective Flash Range 1 ft - 56 ft : ISO auto ( Wide lens ),
1.8 ft - 21 ft : ISO auto ( Tele lens ) Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 10 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Additional Features Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO),
Display brightness control,
Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN),
Eye-Fi Card Ready,
PRINT Image Matching,
Saturation control,
Multi-Frame Noise Reduction,
DPOF support,
USB charging,
Sweep Panorama technology,
Auto HDR mode,
Digital level meter,
Superior Auto mode,
Digital noise reduction,
Auto Portrait Framing,
Automatic display brightness adjustment,
Dynamic Range Optimizer,
Takes photos while movie recording,
Built-in help guide,
Clear Image Zoom,
Sharpness control,
Contrast control,
1080p Full HD movie recording,
USB 2.0 compatibility Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Hi-Speed USB,
1 x HDMI output Software
- Software Sony PlayMemories Home
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port
Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Compatible with Windows 7
- Included Accessories Shoulder strap adapter,
USB cable,
AC power adapter,
Wrist strap - Body Material Aluminum
Battery
- Supported Battery Sony NP-BX1
- Supported Battery 1 x Sony NP-BX1 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
- Battery Life Details Photo shooting,
Video recording - 1.3 hour(s) Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card,
Memory Stick Duo card - Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
Memory Stick Duo,
SD Memory Card,
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,
SDXC Memory Card,
Memory Stick PRO Duo - Image Storage JPEG,
RAW 5472 x 3648,
3888 x 2592,
2736 x 1824,
4864 x 3648,
3648 x 2736,
2592 x 1944,
640 x 480,
5472 x 3080,
3648 x 2056,
2720 x 1528,
3648 x 3648,
2544 x 2544,
1920 x 1920 - Video Capture AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 28Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 24Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps,
H.264 - 1440 x 1080 - 12Mbps,
H.264 - 640 x 480 - 3Mbps Dimensions & Weight
- Width 4 in
- Depth 1.4 in
- Height 2.3 in
- Weight 7.5 oz
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