Sony RX-100 - 1" sensor zoom compact

[Paddy C]

Man this is a tempting thing for me. I've come to really like my NEX 5N and I don't think I would bother owning both. But I'm surprised to be giving thought to perhaps having this instead of the 5N.

When sony released the a700 I thought it would only be a matter of time before they very easily slid into third place behind Canon and Nikon as a serious camera maker and, quite possibly, surpass them in some areas.

It's interesting that Sony now has arguably class-leading products in everything but true pro-level bodies.

 

[GaryLH]

GAS got the better of me 🙁

The high iso capability of the Fuji xp1 and x100 has really spoiled me. I have been thinking about replacing my aging LX3 for quite a while. I was going to get the x10 until this camera came along. I have had it now for a couple of days. One of the main things I was initially worried about was bright sun light with LCD only after getting used to the Fuji x cameras. The rear LCD has no problem so far in bright sun light.

So far I am very happy with this camera. I wanted a camera with good picture quality at high iso that would fit in my jean pocket.

Some interesting links about the camera
http://www.eoshd.com/content/8499/sony-rx100-review
http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2012/...-v1-with-an-x2-detail-shot-thrown-in-for-fun/
http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2012/...et-digital-compact-of-the-year-actually-ever/

Gary

 

[btgc]

My best friend marries in two weeks and after long thinking about some present for him, .. ehmmm ... them :angel:

Short living digital isn't too good gift...in term of symbols, I mean ? 😀

 

[pharyngula]

I picked one up on Monday and I have to agree with the enthusiasm expressed here and elsewhere. The RX100 is a remarkable performer given its form factor and after several days now I'm feeling the love. It fills a need for me - gives me the minimal IQ, ISO performance, DOF control, and manual features I pretty much feel are required to be satisfied. Importantly, it is truly a take anywhere camera, which fits the bill for both business travel and as a family shooter.

I've had an S90 in past - had the form factor but not quite the IQ and features I'd hoped. I currently own a GXR with A12-M module, which has the IQ and feature set but is still too big for the take anywhere niche. I think I've finally hit on an assortment of cameras that fits pretty much all I'm looking to get out of photography in one small trip bag: a film M with 3 (35, 50, 90) lenses, the GXR with A12-M and EVF (to take advantage of M-glass when I want to shoot digital) and the RX100 when I don't want to "carry a camera at all".

I too prefer a VF but being purpose built with ultimate portability in mind, the lack of this feature in the RX100 is a compromise I can live with - if for no other reason than the fact that the "white" LCD really lets you compose in direct sunlight. In fact, the only other thing I wish the RX100 had is a built in ND filter - can't say that I've felt that way about any other compact digital I've ever seen or used.

 

[Matus]

Short living digital isn't too good gift...in term of symbols, I mean ? 😀

You know, I did consider that prolonged 5 year warranty, but for some reason I did not get it 😛

But seriously - I think their marriage will last - not only that my freind's fiancé accepts my friend's top hobby (fishing) - she likes to go fishing - what can possibly go wrong there! :angel:

 

[Corto]

You know, I did consider that prolonged 5 year warranty, but for some reason I did not get it 😛

But seriously - I think their marriage will last - not only that my freind's fiancé accepts my friend's top hobby (fishing) - she likes to go fishing - what can possibly go wrong there! :angel:

I think youre right!

Get them that camera so they can take pictures of their Outings together.....Or maybe they need a splashproof camera?

 

[coelacanth]

Been ages since I had a Sony camera (this was when 2.1/1.3 mp sensors were the mainstream), but I am very much interested in this camera.

Obviously the 1" sensor in tiny body is the main selling point, but I am also liking the fact this camera can be charged via USB and EyeFi Connected. That means I can leave both battery and card in camera all time, and photos can be uploaded to my iPhone on the go, and I can charge battery whenever I'm near a USB port (need strong one, tho). It's like my iPhone having a lot better "eye" extension.

I kinda wish they'll make "tough" version of this camera.

 

[GaryLH]

Sug

By tough, do u mean weather resistant or the rubberized drop proof style cameras ?

Gary

 

[coelacanth]

Sug

By tough, do u mean weather resistant or the rubberized drop proof style cameras ?

Gary

Yup. With USB charging and Eye-Fi Connect, you'll rarely open battery box door. And 1" sensor in water/shock resistant body sounds rather nice. Ultimate adventure camera with big sensor image quality.

 

[GaryLH]

I suspect Sony would introduce it in their other form factor if they did do it. The one where the lens is on the top corner and the zoom mechanism is internal.

Gary

 

[Steveh]

Just ordered mine from Amazon UK. How did that happen??

I now officially have way too many cameras - time for some herd thinning if this one lives up to it's billing.

 

[SteveM(PA)]

slim pickins in the breakroom this morning...

 

[burancap]

Man this is a tempting thing for me. I've come to really like my NEX 5N and I don't think I would bother owning both. But I'm surprised to be giving thought to perhaps having this instead of the 5N.

I agree. Though in my case, the RX would be a true "pull out of your pocket and shoot" camera while the Nex -though diminutive- would remain my adapted body that doesn't really fit in the pocket any more!

On another note, I was a big Sony guy into maybe the mid-90's when I had a bit of a falling out with the product(s). With the arrival of the Nex -this has completely changed. Not only would I consider this RX, but maybe even an SLR, as well.

 

[Steveh]

The camera arrived this morning - I managed to get out into the garden for a few test shots before it got dark, this was the pick of the bunch:

Pretty impressed so far - it's certainly a cut above any point and shoot I've used before. Image quality and noise look pretty good, even at ISO 3200. It's light but has a very classy look and feel - metal rather than plastic. Focus speed and lack of shutter lag are excellent as well - not noticeably worse than other mirrorless cameras I have. So all in all it seems very promising as a carry everywhere cam. Some quite interesting swirly bokeh as well!

 

[PrecisionCamera]

I really liked this camera! I'm not a point and shoot user, so I don't think I'll be purchasing one personally, but I was fairly impressed when I loaned it out for the night from the store. Wrote about my experiences and a few example pictures on the Precision Camera & Video Blog.

 

[remginop]

more samples at sony rx100 review too. interesting to note the cons as well, might be an issue for some...

 

[gilpen123]

My 1st snap at ISO 6400

 

[Ronald_H]

Man, this thing is too good to be true. Only thing I miss is any possibility to control studio flashes, much like my NEX-3. But in truth, it could replace all my cameras for 99.9% of all my shooting, which is a sobering thought.

 

[back alley]

it certainly is smaller/lighter than my nikon d200 with 40 attached...and it would substitute nicely when i want an af afternoon.

 

[Steveh]

Did a bit more testing in town yesterday morning and I'm very impressed indeed with the image quality of this thing. The Jpeg colours look very good, metering spot on, resolution at low ISOs is superb, noise perfectly manageable at anything I ever shoot at. Handling wise shutter lag is negligible, and focus very quick, so a lot of the things that have made digital point and shoots annoying to me seem to have been fixed as well. Ronald, I have exactly the same thoughts as you in lots of ways, but the limitation is that it's still point and shoot size and interface - so you're holding it out in front of you, squinting to see the screen in bright sunlight, and if you have biggish hands it does feel very small. It's also made from beautiful brushed metal which looks great but makes it feel a bit like a bar of soap at times - I was only saved from dropping it by the wrist strap a couple of time yesterday, and have added some textured black tape on both sides of the front to try to make it a bit more "grippy".

I would never want this as my sole camera, but as a carry everywhere cam it's fantastic. A couple of samples (sharpness messed up by Flickr but pixel peeping the full size samples they're very sharp indeed).