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Rather than opting to compete directly with smartphones, Sony hit on the idea of producing a high-end, premium compact camera that delivered much better images than smartphones, but without the bulk of a mirrorless camera or DSLR. Current page: Introduction and key features. Home Reviews Cameras. Image 1 of 4 Image credit: Future. In a declining compact market, camera manufacturers are turning their attentions to producing better and better image quality in what seems like ever smaller packages. Bristling with high-end features that are matched by impressive performance, the RX V is a great premium compact that's only let down by some frustrating handling quirks. However, Sony still keeps all previous models in its compact camera line-up, and while the RX doesn't feature the latest and greatest tech, it's still a great buy if you're on a budget. Previous RX models have found their way into many photographers' hands, both as backups to interchangeable-lens models or as primary cameras for those not wishing to be burdened by a larger and heavier system. Images may be saved in raw or JPEG format, or both simultaneously and there are advanced exposure modes shutter priority, aperture priority and manual along with options to suit less experienced photographers. Introduction Build quality and handling Performance Image quality and resolution Noise and dynamic range Sample images Sensitivity and noise Verdict.

Features 1. Introduction Build quality and handling Performance Image quality and resolution Noise and dynamic range Sample images Sensitivity and noise Verdict. In a declining compact market, camera manufacturers are turning their attentions to producing better and better image quality in what seems like ever smaller packages. See all comments 0. Images may be saved in raw or JPEG format, or both simultaneously and there are advanced exposure modes shutter priority, aperture priority and manual along with options to suit less experienced photographers. Screen: 3. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. While it may share the same 20MP resolution as the original RX, the 1. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality.

Image 4 of 6 On a mobile device? In addition, the 3-inch, 1,,dot main screen remains tiltable and non-touch-sensitive. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. As before, it also tilts downwards for use when shooting overhead. While the first five RX models maintained a relatively restrained zoom range and a wide maximum aperture, the RX VI swapped it for a lens equivalent to mm in 35mm terms, and the RX VII retains this optic. The 3-inch LCD touchscreen beneath this is also the same, with , dots. That, and the high-quality sensor and processing engine combination, should make it a popular choice with enthusiast photographers.

Home Reviews Cameras. This enables one of the key improvements in the RX V over the IV, with the latest version capable of shooting at an incredible 24fps compared to a still-snappy 16fps. What does that mean in figures? It also brings the benefit of Sony's diffraction reducing technology and improved area specific noise reduction. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality. Features The screen is designed to help with composing selfies Sony has stuck with the same In a declining compact market, camera manufacturers are turning their attentions to producing better and better image quality in what seems like ever smaller packages.

Using the same stacked Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor technology that we first saw in the RX IV , Sony says it has tweaked the chip, while the clever stacked sensor design means it has memory chips built right onto the back of the sensor. Tru-Finder There is an optional external viewfinder for the RX II, but naturally, having a built-in finder is preferable. While that's impressive enough, if you're willing to sacrifice adjustments to autofocus and auto-exposure and call on the Single Burst Shooting drive mode, you can shoot images at 30fps, 60fps or a ridiculous 90fps at their full resolution — the other catch is that all of these modes can only be used to capture seven frames at a time. Introduction and key features Build, handling and AF Performance and image quality Verdict and competition. Sony has also improved the RX III's macro capability, since the closest focusing distance has been reduced from 55cm to 30cm at the telephoto end of the lens. The mm equiv. That, and the high-quality sensor and processing engine combination, should make it a popular choice with enthusiast photographers. One of the key areas Sony will be shouting about in its marketing material is the RX's low light capability.

Bristling with high-end features that are matched by impressive performance, the RX V is a great premium compact that's only let down by some frustrating handling quirks. The faster readout speed from the sensor and LSI reduces any distortion that may occur in fast-moving subjects, as the scene is scanned on the sensor from top to bottom, rather than a whole snapshot of the scene being taken with a mechanical shutter. The resolution of the vari-angle screen also remains the same as on the IV at 1,, dots, and it also has the same range of movement: degrees outwards and upwards, and 45 degrees downwards. While it may share the same 20MP resolution as the original RX, the 1. Image 5 of 6 On a mobile device? In addition, video is created from full-pixel readout at 50Mbps for better image quality. You can also shoot above head-height Low-light usability is claimed to be further enhanced by the improved 5-axis image stabilisation system. Image 2 of 6 On a mobile device?

While it may share the same 20MP resolution as the original RX, the 1. Sensor: Current page: Introduction and key features. Against Lacks a built-in ND filter Touch functionality still lacking Still no in-camera raw processing Corner softness at 24mm and mm Expensive Average battery life Body not ergonomically designed. The 3-inch LCD touchscreen beneath this is also the same, with , dots. It's a premium camera with a premium price, but if you want to get your hands on one, you're best off checking out our great camera deals below. Home Reviews Cameras. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality.

Current page: Introduction and features. Sony has also improved the RX III's macro capability, since the closest focusing distance has been reduced from 55cm to 30cm at the telephoto end of the lens. Bristling with high-end features that are matched by impressive performance, the RX V is a great premium compact that's only let down by some frustrating handling quirks. So what's not to like? Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. Features It remains 5cm at the wide-angle end. On top of all of the above, you get a point AF system and a variety of focusing options, as well as an built-in ND filter that lets you record videos easier in bright light and long exposures, of course.

Image 1 of 6 On a mobile device? Image 1 of 4 Image credit: Future. Back to School Even so, this remains a camera where you get what you pay for: a solid imaging pipeline, masses of features and a stellar performance across both stills and movie capture. Sony has also improved the RX III's macro capability, since the closest focusing distance has been reduced from 55cm to 30cm at the telephoto end of the lens. The screen is designed to help with composing selfies Sony has stuck with the same Now oversampled from 5. Many things, however, haven't changed from before. This enables one of the key improvements in the RX V over the IV, with the latest version capable of shooting at an incredible 24fps compared to a still-snappy 16fps. The fact that Sony squeezed this lens into a body no larger than before was impressive, but the trade-off was a reduction in maximum aperture.

Autofocusing is claimed to be as quick as 0. Features Current page: Introduction and features. Home Reviews Cameras. Our Verdict For those looking for a back-up camera for when the DSLR is too bulky or inconvenient, Sony has produced a truly great camera that should also appeal to anybody wanting to trade up from a mobile phone or budget compact camera. All of this is supported by a strong secondary video feature set, with a 3. That, and the high-quality sensor and processing engine combination, should make it a popular choice with enthusiast photographers. The best Sony cameras. What does that mean in figures?

However, Sony still keeps all previous models in its compact camera line-up, and while the RX doesn't feature the latest and greatest tech, it's still a great buy if you're on a budget. While the first five RX models maintained a relatively restrained zoom range and a wide maximum aperture, the RX VI swapped it for a lens equivalent to mm in 35mm terms, and the RX VII retains this optic. Features You can also pop up a high-quality 2. The faster readout speed from the sensor and LSI reduces any distortion that may occur in fast-moving subjects, as the scene is scanned on the sensor from top to bottom, rather than a whole snapshot of the scene being taken with a mechanical shutter. Related articles Macro photography grabs top prize in Close-up Photography of the Year Canon adds five new photographers to its exclusive Explorers of Light Program Price drop! Sony has also improved the RX III's macro capability, since the closest focusing distance has been reduced from 55cm to 30cm at the telephoto end of the lens. There's also a manual focus assist option that enlarges the relevant part of the image and focus peaking to display the areas of highest contrast, as well as a zebra display that indicates which areas are liable to burn out. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality. This also has a benefit when shooting stills.

The electronic viewfinder still neatly hides in the top plate when it's not required, and pops up into position with a single flick of the catch at its side, and this presents a feed with the same 2. Indeed, this is one of the big shifts from the RX VI, and brings what Sony claims to be performance in terms of speed that's on a par with its A9 model, which is still the flagship mirrorless camera in the Alpha family. Low-light usability is claimed to be further enhanced by the improved 5-axis image stabilisation system. The 10 best compact cameras you can buy right now. Sony uses the same size camera body to store a full-frame sensor in on the Sony RX1. Image 6 of 6 On a mobile device? Features Previous RX models have found their way into many photographers' hands, both as backups to interchangeable-lens models or as primary cameras for those not wishing to be burdened by a larger and heavier system. Image 1 of 6 On a mobile device? The resolution of the vari-angle screen also remains the same as on the IV at 1,, dots, and it also has the same range of movement: degrees outwards and upwards, and 45 degrees downwards.

Features 1. Using the same stacked Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor technology that we first saw in the RX IV , Sony says it has tweaked the chip, while the clever stacked sensor design means it has memory chips built right onto the back of the sensor. Against Some handling issues No touchscreen Pricey compared to rivals. Current page: Introduction. Image 1 of 2 Here's the wide end of the RX V's zoom range at 24mm Introduction Build quality and handling Performance Image quality and resolution Noise and dynamic range Sample images Sensitivity and noise Verdict. Screen: 3. See all comments 0.

This enables one of the key improvements in the RX V over the IV, with the latest version capable of shooting at an incredible 24fps compared to a still-snappy 16fps. Many things, however, haven't changed from before. Swipe left. You can also pop up a high-quality 2. It's hard to think of another camera series that has made it through to its seventh iteration, but the popularity of Sony's RX line goes some way to explaining how we got here. The sensor is the star of the show, with Sony has also improved the RX III's macro capability, since the closest focusing distance has been reduced from 55cm to 30cm at the telephoto end of the lens. Low-light usability is claimed to be further enhanced by the improved 5-axis image stabilisation system. Image 2 of 4 Image credit: Future. Introduction Build quality and handling Performance Image quality and resolution Noise and dynamic range Sample images Sensitivity and noise Verdict.

In any case, as is the case on all cameras, the average user will enjoy a higher battery life than these CIPA figures suggest in real-world use because of how they are determined — and USB charging helps here too. Sony has stuck with the same Related articles Macro photography grabs top prize in Close-up Photography of the Year Canon adds five new photographers to its exclusive Explorers of Light Program Price drop! It's very unusual for a camera to have the same sensor resolution throughout seven consecutive models; however, the sensors haven't been the same this whole time, and it's no surprise that the RX VII has been blessed with a new one, albeit one that still conforms to the same 1-inch dimensions and stacked architecture as before. Sensor: There is an optional external viewfinder for the RX II, but naturally, having a built-in finder is preferable. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. If you don't need 4K recording, you can knock this down to Full HD at frame rates up to p.

Image 2 of Our Verdict Bristling with high-end features that are matched by impressive performance, the RX V is a great premium compact that's only let down by some frustrating handling quirks. In any case, as is the case on all cameras, the average user will enjoy a higher battery life than these CIPA figures suggest in real-world use because of how they are determined — and USB charging helps here too. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality. Now oversampled from 5. Back to School While that's impressive enough, if you're willing to sacrifice adjustments to autofocus and auto-exposure and call on the Single Burst Shooting drive mode, you can shoot images at 30fps, 60fps or a ridiculous 90fps at their full resolution — the other catch is that all of these modes can only be used to capture seven frames at a time. This also has a benefit when shooting stills. Image 5 of 6 On a mobile device? Various super-slow motion options lie on top of this, with frames rates of up to fps achievable, and it's also now possible to bypass the default five-minute recording restriction when shooting in 4K.

Back to School Well, the shot battery life is somewhat average, and handling could be improved. If you don't need 4K recording, you can knock this down to Full HD at frame rates up to p. Sensor: Related articles Macro photography grabs top prize in Close-up Photography of the Year Canon adds five new photographers to its exclusive Explorers of Light Program Price drop! See all comments 0. While it may share the same 20MP resolution as the original RX, the 1. You can also pop up a high-quality 2.

While the first five RX models maintained a relatively restrained zoom range and a wide maximum aperture, the RX VI swapped it for a lens equivalent to mm in 35mm terms, and the RX VII retains this optic. No comments yet Comment from the forums. Current page: Introduction and features. Additionally, it should mean it's possible to restrict depth of field when you want to. As before, it also tilts downwards for use when shooting overhead. The screen is designed to help with composing selfies Sony has stuck with the same Image 1 of 4 Image credit: Future. Video itself is also a highlight, with 4K recording heading a list of impressive specs that include various slow-motion options, zebra patterning and Log shooting. Home Reviews Cameras. Image 3 of 6 On a mobile device?

So what do your pennies get you? But with so many updates arriving in a relatively short space of time, does this latest model offer the photographer anything new — especially when all four previous iterations are still available? Screen: 3. There's also a manual focus assist option that enlarges the relevant part of the image and focus peaking to display the areas of highest contrast, as well as a zebra display that indicates which areas are liable to burn out. Current page: Introduction. In any case, as is the case on all cameras, the average user will enjoy a higher battery life than these CIPA figures suggest in real-world use because of how they are determined — and USB charging helps here too. While that's impressive enough, if you're willing to sacrifice adjustments to autofocus and auto-exposure and call on the Single Burst Shooting drive mode, you can shoot images at 30fps, 60fps or a ridiculous 90fps at their full resolution — the other catch is that all of these modes can only be used to capture seven frames at a time. Sensor: 1-inch,

Using the same stacked Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor technology that we first saw in the RX IV , Sony says it has tweaked the chip, while the clever stacked sensor design means it has memory chips built right onto the back of the sensor. Sensor: 1-inch, The resolution of the vari-angle screen also remains the same as on the IV at 1,, dots, and it also has the same range of movement: degrees outwards and upwards, and 45 degrees downwards. It also brings the benefit of Sony's diffraction reducing technology and improved area specific noise reduction. Image 2 of 4 Image credit: Future. There is an optional external viewfinder for the RX II, but naturally, having a built-in finder is preferable. These days, consumers who decide to buy a dedicated image taking device expect to get a lot for their money, and expect it to deliver something which their phone can't. Home Reviews Cameras. Sony uses the same size camera body to store a full-frame sensor in on the Sony RX1. This is an electronic device, which consequently will show the impact of settings changes, and should make composing images easier in very bright light when the main screen on the back of the camera is hard to see.

Screen: 3. Change exposure mode quickly using the mode dial In other respects, the RX III spec sheet is very similar to the RX II's, although there's no hotshoe for attaching an external flashgun. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. These figures hardly thrill, but they're somewhat expected for a camera with such a small body and thus, a tiny battery. Like the Sony RX before it, the Sony RX II found favour amongst discerning photographers looking for a high quality compact camera that will slip into a jacket pocket. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality. Using the same stacked Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor technology that we first saw in the RX IV , Sony says it has tweaked the chip, while the clever stacked sensor design means it has memory chips built right onto the back of the sensor. The resolution of the vari-angle screen also remains the same as on the IV at 1,, dots, and it also has the same range of movement: degrees outwards and upwards, and 45 degrees downwards. Our Verdict Bristling with high-end features that are matched by impressive performance, the RX V is a great premium compact that's only let down by some frustrating handling quirks.

Change exposure mode quickly using the mode dial In other respects, the RX III spec sheet is very similar to the RX II's, although there's no hotshoe for attaching an external flashgun. While the loss at the telephoto end may be lamented by some, the gain at the wide-angle end will be widely appreciated, making the camera a better choice when shooting in confined spaces or for landscape and street photography. Even so, this remains a camera where you get what you pay for: a solid imaging pipeline, masses of features and a stellar performance across both stills and movie capture. It means 60 autofocus and auto-exposure calculations per second, which allows for burst shooting at 20fps with autofocus and auto-exposure working throughout, without any blackout of either the viewfinder or the LCD. Image 3 of 4 Image credit: Future. Image 1 of 2 Here's the wide end of the RX V's zoom range at 24mm Once again, this is mounted on a relatively long bracket, which allows it to swing downwards to sit at a degree angle to the camera, or upwards to face the front — perfect for vloggers, which is a key audience for the RX VII. But it is now also compatible with Sony PlayMemories, enabling apps to be downloaded for expanded functionality. The best Sony cameras.

Previous RX models have found their way into many photographers' hands, both as backups to interchangeable-lens models or as primary cameras for those not wishing to be burdened by a larger and heavier system. Using the same stacked Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor technology that we first saw in the RX IV , Sony says it has tweaked the chip, while the clever stacked sensor design means it has memory chips built right onto the back of the sensor. The screen is designed to help with composing selfies Sony has stuck with the same A large sensor size is the key to producing good image quality, and here Sony has chosen a All of this is supported by a strong secondary video feature set, with a 3. If you don't need 4K recording, you can knock this down to Full HD at frame rates up to p. Images may be saved in raw or JPEG format, or both simultaneously and there are advanced exposure modes shutter priority, aperture priority and manual along with options to suit less experienced photographers. You can also pop up a high-quality 2.

Against Some handling issues No touchscreen Pricey compared to rivals. Even so, this remains a camera where you get what you pay for: a solid imaging pipeline, masses of features and a stellar performance across both stills and movie capture. See all comments 0. Swipe left. It means 60 autofocus and auto-exposure calculations per second, which allows for burst shooting at 20fps with autofocus and auto-exposure working throughout, without any blackout of either the viewfinder or the LCD. The battery provides frames per charge, or if you tend to use the viewfinder — a modest improvement of 20 frames on the RX VI. However, Sony still keeps all previous models in its compact camera line-up, and while the RX doesn't feature the latest and greatest tech, it's still a great buy if you're on a budget. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer.

No comments yet Comment from the forums. Sony has stuck with the same Home Reviews Cameras. Rather than opting to compete directly with smartphones, Sony hit on the idea of producing a high-end, premium compact camera that delivered much better images than smartphones, but without the bulk of a mirrorless camera or DSLR. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. However, Sony still keeps all previous models in its compact camera line-up, and while the RX doesn't feature the latest and greatest tech, it's still a great buy if you're on a budget. It means 60 autofocus and auto-exposure calculations per second, which allows for burst shooting at 20fps with autofocus and auto-exposure working throughout, without any blackout of either the viewfinder or the LCD. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer. Image 4 of 4 Image credit: Future. In a declining compact market, camera manufacturers are turning their attentions to producing better and better image quality in what seems like ever smaller packages.