Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100

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Brand : Sony
Product family : Cyber-shot
Product series : RX
Product name : DSC-RX100
Product code : DSC-RX100
GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 4905524895179
Category : Digital Cameras ✚
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Info modified on : 14 Mar 2024 18:39:45
Sony DSC-RX100 user manual (30.7 MB)
Long product name Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 :
1.0-type 20.2 megapixels Exmor CMOS, F1.8 lens, 3.6x optical zoom, Full HD 50p, 7.5cm (3.0") LCD
Short summary description Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 :
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100, 20.2 MP, 5472 x 3648 pixels, CMOS, 3.6x, Full HD, Black
Long summary description Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 :
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. Camera type: Compact camera, Megapixel (approx.): 20.2 MP, Image sensor size: 1/2", Sensor type: CMOS, Maximum image resolution: 5472 x 3648 pixels. ISO sensitivity (max): 6400. Optical zoom: 3.6x, Digital zoom: 54x, Focal length range: 28 - 100 mm. HD type: Full HD, Maximum video resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels. Display diagonal: 7.62 cm (3"). Viewfinder type: Electronic. Weight: 240 g. Product colour: Black

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Reasons to buy

More imaging power, less space

extensive features in a sleek, compact camera crafted in weight-saving aluminium with unique AA (Advanced Aspherical) lens
Show your style with less to carry

elegant design in strong, weight-saving aluminium; quality metal controls add a touch of luxury
See more detail with a bigger sensor

the 20.2 effective megapixels 1.0-type Exmor CMOS sensor assures detailed still images and Full HD video plus high sensitivity
Refine the details and capture the action

the high-speed BIONZ imaging processor powers rapid shooting up to 10 fps and flawlessly clean, natural images
Capture more light, shoot better pictures

with an extra-wide F1.8 aperture, the bright Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens lets you create smooth defocus effects
Capture One (for Sony)6

Capture One Express (for Sony) is a free award-winning image editing software that provides high-end image quality RAW development, easy management of your image files, and powerful editing tools. Capture One Pro (for Sony) can be bought for even more editing tools and tethered shooting capability.
Imaging Edge™ Viewer and Edit

Elevate your photography with Imaging Edge desktop applications. Use "Viewer" to quickly preview, rate, and select photos from large image libraries; and "Edit" to develop RAW data into high-quality photos for delivery. Get the best from Sony RAW files, and manage your productions more efficiently.8
Focus how you want to

enjoy full control over focusing your image; select from two AF modes or focus manually, just like a DSLR camera

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Reviews

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:88

Uk has collected 203 expert reviews for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and the average expert rating is 88 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II isn't a casual camera purchase. It touts itself as the big gun of the compact camera world, and with an asking price of £650 it's about as far removed from a back pocket change purchase as a compact can be. But we're still exc...

Excellent image quality, customisable lens ring glides with silky smooth motion, solid build quality, great WRGB LCD screen, can add viewfinder if desired, decent image quality throughout the range, small and pocketable body considering 1-inch sensor size...
Pricey, no built-in neutral density (ND) filter, f/1.8-4.9 maximum aperture range may feel limited at longer focal lengths, rear buttons are small, no focus-distance in manual focus, generalised focus area in low-light conditions, response time lags in me...
The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II is all kinds of wonderful, yet all kinds of pricey too. To cut to the chase the latest model is ultimately the original with a hotshoe attachment which, for some, will make it worth every penny. For others, and with the...

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macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

A compact with heavyweight features yet a lightweight body. That’s the proposition offered by Sony’s good-looking RX100, which encases a larger than average one-inch CMOS sensor, enabling a plentiful 20.2 megapixel effective resolution within an alumin...

Palm size compact that is reassuringly solid, larger than average sensor and resolution given its proportions, bright/fast lens, ability to control functions via twist of the lens ring, neatly incorporated pop-up flash, sharp results...
Pricey for a compact on which the lens cannot be swapped, tiny rear plate buttons require fingernail precision...
Like the look of the RX but could do with an even bigger sensor and four million more pixels? Then also check out the RX1, a pro grade version with an equally serious price tag. For most of us though the RX100 is as good as premium compacts get – especial...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

A compact with heavyweight features yet a lightweight body. That’s the proposition offered by Sony’s good-looking RX100, which encases a larger than average one-inch CMOS sensor, enabling a plentiful 20.2 megapixel effective resolution within an alumin...

Like the look of the RX but could do with an even bigger sensor and four million more pixels? Then also check out the RX1, a pro grade version with an equally serious price tag. For most of us though the RX100 is as good as premium compacts get – espec...

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digitalartsonline.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

A compact with heavyweight features yet a lightweight body. That’s the proposition offered by Sony’s good-looking RX100, which encases a larger than average one-inch CMOS sensor, enabling a plentiful 20.2 megapixel effective resolution within an aluminium...

Palmsize compact that is reassuringly solid. Largerthanaverage sensor and resolution given its proportions. Bright and fast lens. Ability to control functions via twist of the lens ring. Neatly incorporated popup flash. Sharp results...
Pricey for a compact without an interchangeable lens. Tiny rear plate buttons require fingernail precision...

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digitalone.com.sg

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

We have heard a lot of good things about Sony's latest compact camera, the DSC-RX100.The camera has powerful features and it'll be interesting to see how it fares in a world dominated by DSLRs and mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras (MILCs).It is i...

Great photo quality; compact size; smartly designed controls for manual shooting...
Pricey; HD video recording not great.
If portability is paramount then the RX100 is well worth the price...

hereshow.ca

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

Surpringly small for a 20.2-megapixel camera with a large (13.2x8.8mm) sensor, the RX100 is made of metal and equipped with a large stabilized Carl Zeiss T* 28-100mm (equivalent) f/1.8-4.9 lens with four aspherical elements. The RX100 is definitely shi...

Shirtpocket size, Useful highISO multiframe modes, Lots of user control in Movie mode...
LCD is difficult to see in bright sun, Light tones can be too bright, No image retouch features in Playback...

macworld.com.au

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

Every new camera needs a unique selling point and with Sony’s pocket-sized that is the holy grail of ‘DSLR quality in compact form’. Though the solid feel, aluminium build model resembles your average high-end snapshot from the outside, inside is a 20...

One of the largest image sensors to be found in a compact camera; high 20MP resolution; Full HD video with stereo sound; full manual controls and intelligent auto settings; solid aluminium construction and understated design...
Very expensive for a pocket camera; backplate buttons are small enough to warrant fingertip precision; image quality not exact match for DSLR or system cameras offering even larger sensor for a similar cost, $ 799.00...

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macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

Every new camera needs a unique selling point and with Sony’s pocket-sized RX100 that is the holy grail of ‘DSLR quality in compact form’. Though the solid feel, aluminium build model resembles your average high-end snapshot from the outside, inside is...

One of the largest image sensors to be found in a compact camera, high 20MP resolution, Full HD video with stereo sound, full manual controls and intelligent auto settings, solid aluminium construction and understated design...
Very expensive for a pocket camera, backplate buttons are small enough to warrant fingertip precision, image quality not exact match for DSLR or system cameras offering even larger sensor for a similar cost...
There are 10 shooting options provided in all, running the usual gamut of manual and full auto modes, with a Superior Auto choice automatically enhancing images at the point of capture. Imagine an in-camera Photoshop ‘Auto Levels' tool, though processing...

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reviewed.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

At this point, the Sony RX100 probably needs no introduction. This powerful point-and-shoot has already received plaudits from virtually every reviewer out there, declared the best pocket camera of the year by some and the best compact of all time by othe...

The phrase "DSLR-quality image" is bandied about too often in the world of compact cameras, in marketing materials, on retail boxes, and even within some independent reviews. These claims are almost always accompanied by qualifiers and caveats, and disapp...

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reviewed.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

The Sony RX100 needs no introduction. This powerful point-and-shoot has already received its fair share of positive press, having been declared the best compact of the year by some, the best compact of all time by others. Featuring a giant 1-inch sensor a...

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brisbanetimes.com.au

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

This 20-megapixel camera with a 28mm-100mm (equivalent), Zeiss-branded lens has a sensor area 2.6 times larger than its competitors'. The 75mm LCD is a brilliant high-resolution (1.2 million-dot) viewing screen. Function controls are small but well laid out. The menu system is clear and intuitive to use...

The Sony RX100 is a game changer, just as the Panasonic LX3 (the LX7 is coming soon) was, forcing other makers to follow suit or be left out. Now the Panasonic and its imitators have met their match. Image quality from this little camera is almost (not q...

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goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The Sony DSC-RX100 has surpassed all our expectations for what a compact digital camera can do. It's tiny enough to be carried in a pants pocket (even if you prefer a tight style), yet it can produce image quality that some digital SLRs can't come clos...

The Sony RX100 brings digital SLR-like quality to a compact camera. It's a small camera that can capture wonderfully clear and well saturated images in JPEG mode and it has manual controls that allow experienced photographers to grab the reigns and tak...

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T3.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

Wouldn't it be great to achieve results close to what professional photographers can manage with all their much bulkier and pricier gear, using just a pocket-sized snapshot? Going some way to allowing you to do just that is the metal-bodied Sony Cyber-sh...

Build quality, Function control via lens ring, Larger than average sensor...
Very pricey for a pocket cam, Small rear plate buttons, Pics no match for DSLR or CSC...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is the company's first pocket-sized advanced compact, and comes with a rich feature set that includes a larger than average 20.3MP sensor; a high quality 3.6x Zeiss optical zoom with a fast f/1.8 maximum aperture; full manual con...

Large 1in CMOS Exmor sensor, Fantastic image quality, Quality zoom lens, Build quality...
A bit expensive...
Given the relative lack of physical buttons on the back and top of the camera body, the control ring that runs around the base of the lens is a useful addition that helps to make the camera much more enjoyable to use. Used in tandem with the Function (Fn)...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

If you know your f-stop onions from your bracketing elbow, you might find most compact cameras just a bit too limited. Or maybe, if you're totally honest with yourself, you want a compact that says "Look, I am a photographer, I just chose to leave my DSLR...

Sony RX100 review – verdict There's no doubt that the RX100 delivers the goods, but it has strong competition in the shape of the Fujifilm FinePix X20 and Canon Powershot S110. We'd advise getting hands-on with all three if at all possible, but if not, we...

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amateurphotographer.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

‘The best camera is the one you have on you’ is a phrase commonly repeated by many photographers. This is why those models that are small and light enough to be kept with you are so useful. Sony’s Cyber-shot RX100 is exactly this type of camera.The issue...

There is much to like about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100, not least the premium build quality and excellent handling, including the lens ring control, extensive menu and customisation options.The camera is intuitive to use, and will please both those acc...

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digitalversus.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

After much debate, we decided to put the RX100 with our compact cameras rather than lens-switchers. Its dimensions and weight clearly make it a direct rival for high-end compacts like the Fuji X10, Panasonic LX5, Olympus XZ-1, etc.However, it's loaded...

Unrivalled picture quality for a compact camera (sensitivity, sharpness at wideangle settings), Good build quality and design (lens ring, settings wheel) with plenty of customisable features, Good responsiveness once it's running, Full HD, 50 fps video with stereo sound...
Lens quality could be a little more consistent at telephoto settings, Startup is a bit on the slow side, Battery life (330 photos, compared with 400 for the Panasonic LX5)...
The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 takes pictures that are often comparable in quality to an SLR or a mirrorless camera. In fact, depending oh what lens you use, the RX100 can even prove superior. Although there's scope for nit-picking, as far as expert compact...

gadgetshow.channel5.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

The Sony RX100 is a digital compact camera with 20.3 megapixels Exmor CMOS sensor and an F1.8 lens. The RX100 also has a 3.6x optical zoom and shoots full HD video, which can be previewed on its 3-inch LCD viewfinder. Other RX100 features include face...

As compact as the Sony RX100 is, it still feels very sturdy, not that we’d expect any less from Sony. The design is smooth, weighty and pleasing enough to want to be seen carrying one around. There’s a bit of a retro, yet modern charm about it. Good design extends to a sensible button layout that won’t confuse even the most novice of camera types. The RX100 is dead easy to use. Its features well-...
There are few real complaints to be had here, but it’s a shame the LCD viewfinder isn’t touchscreen, and the RX100 could be quicker to fix its autofocus on subjects - something bound to irk the more practiced photographers. You also won’t be able to use the fun photo effects on board when shooting in raw mode.
The Sony RX100 is a very impressive camera that is capable of producing some great-looking shots with lots of detail and a good colour spread. If you’re looking for a decent mid-entry compact digital camera, the Sony RX100 offers enough features to mak...

pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The thriving high-end compact camera market is one area that Sony’s broad range of Cyber-shot models hasn’t infiltrated like many of its competitors. The current HX20V might teeter on the cusp of high-end, but it’s not got the guts to outperform the l...

Small and pocketable, customisable lens ring, decent image quality throughout the range, f/1.8-4.9 aperture, quality WRGB LCD screen...
No viewfinder or accessory option, lacks built-in ND filter, no manual focus, focus-distance display, would like more assignable lens ring options, it's pricey (pricier than a Sony NEX-5N)...
The RX100 rarely puts a foot wrong. It's truly pocketable, has cracking image quality despite the high resolution, a great wide-aperture lens and a decent LCD screen. However its £550 asking price is a lot, and the lack of any viewfinder (or provisions...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

Until now, anyone looking for the best pocket camera available would be hard-pressed to find anything better than the Canon PowerShot S100. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 looks set to surpass the S100 and become the new king of the premium compact camer...

It will cost you a pretty penny, but the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100's feature set is unsurpassed in the compact camera space...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

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. These days, consumers who decide to buy a dedicated image taking device expect to ge...

Sleek, Great screen, Shoots in raw format, Customisable buttons, Picture Effects...
Limited raw functionality, No touchscreen...
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...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

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.These days, consumers who decide to buy a dedicated image taking device expect to get a...

Sleek, Great screen, Shoots in raw format, Customisable buttons, Picture Effects...
Limited raw functionality, No touchscreen...
With the RX100, Sony has produced a very interesting and very impressive camera. The sensor is large enough to produce high quality images and deliver good low light performance while also being small enough to mean the overall body size of the camera rem...

evogadget.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

We don't know why Sony took so long to make a pocket camera complete with a great sensor and an even greater lens. But we're glad they took this decision. Such a product was sorely needed. The superb pros of the previous model, the S100, are kept on the n...

We did not find cons when we took the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 for a ride. The device is the best combo of an interchangeable-lens cam and a point-and-shoot product. It will make you fall in love with it on the spot...

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dpexpert.com.au

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

Game changerThis 20 megapixel camera with a 28–100mm (equiv), Zeiss-branded lens has a sensor area 2.6 times larger than its competitors. The 75mm LCD is a brilliant high resolution (1.2m dot) viewing screen. Function controls are small but well laid out...

The image quality sets new standards for a pocketable camera. The lens, with its modest zoom range, is outstanding, resolving the smallest detail in the most difficult lighting conditions. Dynamic range far surpasses anything we have seen from a compact c...
The video is so good that provision for an external microphone would be the icing on the cake...
The Sony RX100 is a game changer, just as the Panasonic LX3 (the LX7 is coming soon) was, forcing other makers to follow suit or be left out of the reckoning for quality compacts. Now the Panasonic and its imitators have met their match. Image quality fro...

techindustriya.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

There was a lot of buzz about the RX100 towards the end of 2012. The internet was full of praises for this rather expensive point and shoot. I would be lying if I said that I was not the wee bit curious about this camera. I had to see for myself what the...

Big sensor, Bright and fast lens at f/1.8, Excellent image quality even in low light, Solid metal body...
No external charger included...

hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

There's bound to be a camera that is suitable for even those with the most discerning of tastes. There's the digital compact for those who want something small, light and easy to use. Prosumer and bridge cameras will appeal to you if you happen to want so...

Good image quality with lots of detail, Good low-light performance for a digital compact, Speedy autofocus, Fast F1.8 lens...
Battery can only be charged in-camera, Slower at f/4.9 at longest end, Pricey...
The biggest issue that we foresee consumers will have with the RX100 is its price. At PhP 34,999, you can grab an entry-level DSLR or a mirrorless system camera. So why is the RX100 costlier than its peers? The Canon S100, for instance, costs PhP 28,998 o...

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tbreak.ae

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

In today’s world where DSLRs and Micro Four Thirds are all the rage, digital point & shoot cameras are something people usually scoff at. Most often, in fact, the sales of MFT and entry-level DSLRs are driven by people who are upgrading from P&S camera...

Exceptional JPEG output with great noise reduction, white light and contrast capture; Live View gives accurate representation of actual image captured; Great lowlight shots due to highend lens and 1" sensor; Fast autofocus; Full manual controls for video; Very compact body...
Quickly increasing aperture as you zoom in; Slow zoom in movies; Slow autofocus at complete zoom for close objects; Flimsy flash mechanism; HD video capture modes limited to AVCHD.
At the end of the day the Sony Cyber-shot DSC RX100 is a point & shoot camera, so when its limitations do show up, I can understand the technical reasons behind it. The simple fact of the matter is that right now there is no other point & shoot, let al...

hardwarezone.com.my

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

There's bound to be a camera that is suitable for even those with the most discerning of tastes. There's the digital compact for those who want something small, light and easy to use. Prosumer and bridge cameras will appeal to you if you happen to want so...

If you're looking for the best digital compact in the market today, then the RX100 should definitely be in your shortlist. Build quality is superb, and the camera features a host of modes and options that will not only appeal to the beginner, but also the...

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technoodling.net

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

A little over two years ago, I wrote a review of the Canon S95 pocket camera and paid it the ultimate gadget reviewer's compliment: I went out and bought my own.I was (and still am) very happy with it. However, in the last month or two, I've been hearing...

Gorgeous images from a huge sensor and a terrific lens, in a tiny body, Micro USB charging is convenient, Built in flash can be tilted back with your thumb for ceilingbounce lighting, Fast, snappy and responsive, Comes with some neat photo effects for tho...
At this price point the RX100 is competing with big boy cameras that have interchangeable lenses, Not much expandability (i.e. external flash or mic input, add on lens modifiers or filters, etc), Will make you feel insecure about your current pocket camer...

stuff.tv/my/

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:80

If you know your f-stop onions from your bracketing elbow, you might find most compact cameras just a bit too limited. Or maybe, if you're totally honest with yourself, you want a compact that says "Look, I am a photographer, I just chose to leave my DSLR...

There's no doubt that the RX100 delivers the goods, but it has strong competition in the shape of the Fujifilm FinePix X10 and Canon Powershot S100. We'd advise getting hands-on with all three if at all possible, but if not, we'll sum up that three-way by...

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wired.com

Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

Saying you've found “the best point-and-shoot camera” is like saying you've got “the best kind of toe fungus.” It's something hardly anybody wants.We're all carrying around perfectly capable cameras on our smartphones, so if you're going to recommend addi...

UPDATE, February 14th: When comparing cameras at the end, the original version of this review cited the wrong camera model from Olympus. The correct camera is the Olympus XZ2, Go Back to Top. Skip To: Start of Article, cameras, compact cameras, point and...
No matter how you look at it, 0 is a lot of cheese. No viewfinder. Preprogrammed scenes lack intelligence. Video export isn't as smooth or easy as it is on other cameras...

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newatlas.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

Compact cameras have been struggling recently, many people choose to use a smartphone for their picture-taking requirements, while more demanding photographers opt for a mirrorless or DSLR camera. But packing a large 1-inch-type sensor into its otherwise...

The RX100 is quite possibly the best pocketable compact digital camera ever made. Time Magazine recently named it as one of its 50 best inventions of 2012, stating that it: "bridges the gap between point-and-shoots and pro-quality," and they weren't lying...

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digitalcamerareview.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The RX100 fits the classic compact digital camera template, a rectangular body about the size of a deck of cards with slightly rounded edges - overall dimensions of about 4 x 2.375 x 1.43 inches make it a simple matter to slip it into a shirt or jacket p...

Excellent still image quality, Good autofocus and shutter lag performance, Good ISO performance given resolution, Full manual controls along with fully automatic and RAW shooting format...
Cost, No external battery charger, Below average printed user's manual, RAW converter must be downloaded...
The Sony RX100 packs a lot of image quality punch into a truly shirt pocket portable compact digital camera. Shutter lag and autofocus performance are quite good, still image quality is on the high end of the pecking order for true compact digitals and...

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chipchick.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

The Specs: 20.2 megapixels, large 1″ Exmor CMOS sensor, F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with control ring, 3.6x zoom, P/A/S/M modes, JPEG and RAW image capture, Full HD 1080/60p video with manual control.[nggallery id=1136] I own both a Sony NEX-5N...

Very unique concept for reading time, Comfortable, Animations, Built-In Alarm, Different Color LCD Options...
Difficult to Read the Time, Pricey, LCD Not Vivid Enough, Not Easy to Remove Band Links...

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photographybay.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is a 20MP point and shoot camera. But this isn’t just any point and shoot camera. The RX100 sets itself apart from every other compact camera out there thanks to a much larger image sensor, which measures the same size as th...

Given the sensor size the the solid performance of the RX100, I can’t see a better point and shoot camera on the market right now. The RX100 is fast and produces extremely solid images for a camera that easily fits in your pocket.If you can stomach th...

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cameralabs.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:88

Sony RX100 review The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is a pocket-sized compact with a large 20.2 Megapixel sensor, a 3.6x Carl Zeiss optical zoom, and a 3 inch LCD screen with 1.2 million pixel resolution. It has a bright f1.8 maximum aperture (when zoomed-out...

Big sensor, pocketable compact form factor, Programmable lens control ring, 10fps full-resolution burst shooting, Shallow depth of field, Raft of stacking modes.
Rear control wheel not customisable, Digital zoom can't be disabled in movie mode, No built-in memory and lack of 'No card' warning.
The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is, without doubt, one of the most exciting compact releases in many years. That it comes at a time when other manufacturers - Canon, Fujifilm and Panasonic among them - are also releasing exciting compact models makes it all...

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dcresource.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:0

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 ($649) may look like just another compact camera, but if you were to pry off the lens and take a look inside, you'd see what makes it stand out from the crowd. That big feature is its sensor size -- 1-inch -- which is nea...

Excellent photo quality in a compact package; noise performance blows other compacts out of the water, Fast F1.84.9, 28 100 mm Zeiss lens, Ultrasharp 3inch LCD display, with good outdoor and low light visibility, Full manual controls, including RAW support; focus peaking feature comes in very handy when manually focusing, Intelligent and Superior Auto modes make pointandshoot photography a snap...
On the expensive side, Tends to clip highlights, with occasional (slight) underexposure, Redeye a problem, Needs a grip, badly, Other design annoyances: control ring around lens hard to get ahold of, HDMI port located on bottom of camera, can't access memory card or battery when using a tripod, Bare bones playback mode; can't view stills and movies at the same time, Internal battery charging isn'...
Conclusion While it's not perfect, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 is the closest thing to having an SLR-in-your-pocket that I've seen yet. While Canon tried the big sensor in a fixed lens camera thing with the PowerShot G1 X, that model is ungainly, to...

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popphoto.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

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An advanced compact proves powerful, in spite of its sizeWhat's hot: F/1.8–4.9 lens; 1-inch CMOS sensor. What's not: Priced like an entry-level DSLR. Who it's for: Sophisticated shooters who want serious controls in a pocket camera.Over the Past few years...

Sony's Cyber-shot RX100 is a worthy entry in the field of high-end compacts. Even though we feel that the camera's performance might have been better served keeping the pixel count down, we ended up with some great images.Moreover, the experience of shoot...

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gizmodo.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

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When the Sony RX100 was announced, its one-inch sensor and f/1.8 aperture seemed too good to be true. Near-DSLR power packed into a body the size of a compact point-and-shoot camera? What's the catch?AdvertisementTurns out, this camera is a significant ac...

There is a lot to like about the camera, but without question, the camera's focusing abilities are its best feature. In low light, bright light, near, far, or anywhere in between, images look great. The ability to pick up macro-level detail isn't easy for...
The product is nearly perfect, with flaws so nitpicky and minor that most every user would shrug them off. The biggest hangup, really, is the price. But you can find a few tiny technical shortcomings if you look hard enough, Advertisement, For example, th...
On performance alone, absolutely. This is a camera that 90% of the population can pull out of a pocket on a whim to fire off a few beautiful shots without much trouble. Still, this is not a camera for everyone.Lets say youre thinking of buying a DSLR or...

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techreviewsource.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 ($649.99 direct) is the point-and-shoot camera that many an enthusiast has dreamed of. It's got an image sensor that's the same size as the mirrorless Nikon J1 and a 3.6x zoom lens that opens up to f/1.8 on the wide end, all...

Large image sensor. Superb image quality, even at high ISOs. Fast lens. Customizable controls. Large, extrasharp LCD. Virtually no shutter lag. Raw shooting support.
As expensive as some DSLRs. No EVF option, GPS, or WiFi. Limited zoom range. Incamera battery charging only...
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 packs a relatively huge 1-inch image sensor into a point-and-shoot body, delivering close-to-SLR-quality images from a camera you can fit in your back pocket. It's expensive, but worth it...

pcmag.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:90

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 ($649.99 direct) is the point-and-shoot camera that many an enthusiast has dreamed of. It's got an image sensor that's the same size as the mirrorless Nikon J1$258.88 at Amazon and a 3.6x zoom lens that opens up to f/1.8 on t...

Large image sensor. Superb image quality, even at high ISOs. Fast lens. Customizable controls. Large, extra-sharp LCD. Virtually no shutter lag. Raw shooting support.
As expensive as some D-SLRs. No EVF option, GPS, or Wi-Fi. Limited zoom range. In-camera battery charging only...
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 packs a relatively huge 1-inch image sensor into a point-and-shoot body, delivering close-to-SLR-quality images from a camera you can fit in your back pocket. It's expensive, but worth it...

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theverge.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:87

Sony thinks it's found the right mix with its new RX100. Fresh from success with its popular NEX range of mirrorless cameras, the company's now trying to one-up Canon's S100 with a larger sensor and faster lens in a very similar body. It uses a 20-megapix...

Astonishing image quality for the size, Solid, pocketable design, Excellent interface...
Unimpressive video performance and usability, Expensive...

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photographyblog.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:100

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 is an exciting new premium compact camera. A large "1.0-type" 20.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, 3.6x 28-100mm lens with a fast maximum aperture of F1.8, full 1080p high-definition video with stereo sound, high-resolution 3-inch...

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 takes a clear shot at the popular Canon PowerShot S-series and in most ways clearly beats it, resulting in the best pocket camera that avid photographers can currently buy.Sony have obviously been "inspired" by the Canon...

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digital-photography-school.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

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It’s a big claim: “The best pocket camera ever made.” … or so The New York Times declares. No doubt there will be some rumblings from a well-known German company about such a contention. And Nikon will be banging at the gate too!(insert Productshot_Fro...

Quality: the pictures I shot with the RX100 simply jumped off the screen with excellent definition and accurate colour. A top performer, no doubt thanks to Herr Zeiss's precision.Why you'd buy the Sony Cyber-shot RX100: a pocket performer.Why you wouldn't...

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imaging-resource.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

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The ring surrounding the lens turns freely--without click-stops, unlike the S-series. But when the Sony RX100 is powered on, the speaker emits a clicking sound. As shown in the tech info section, the flash pops up on a hinged mechanical support like we've...

Smart controls in a compact body, Excellent implementation of Program Shift with front ring, Exposure preview as you make adjustments, Very high resolution, Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field and good night shooting, Very fast AF...
Despite its simple external controls, its options are somewhat overwhelming, Some lens flare noticed at night when shooting wide open, Poor rendering of yellows - undersaturated and shifted toward green, Slow flash recycling, Autofocus very slow to loc...
Shaking up the premium pocket camera market, the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 made quite an impact here at Imaging-Resource.com. Not only did it make a lot of big claims, the Sony RX100 actually lived up to most of them, packing an astonishing amount of imagi...

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whatdigitalcamera.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:92

With camera smartphones taking big chunks out of the point and shoot compact camera market at the moment, manufacturers need to deliver products to tempt people away from relying on their iPhone or other devices for on-the-go photography. Premium, crea...

Large sensor and the results it delivers, lens, build quality and size...
It’s a touch pricey compared to rivals...
For serious DSLR owners, a high-quality pocket-sized compact is often high on their wish list. We've seen some strong contenders in recent years, but nothing that offers quite the complete package that the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 provides. Its an almost...

dpreview.com

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2022-10-17 18:56:23

Average rating:78

1. Introduction2. Specifications3. Body and Design4. User Interface5. Handling6. Video7. Image Quality Tests / Raw Mode8. Features9. Resolution10. Noise11. Dynamic Range12. Image Q. Compared (JPEG)13. Image Q. Compared (High ISO)14. Image Q. Compared (R...

The RX100 is an exciting camera - in part because it represents the arrival of another major manufacturer in the high-end, enthusiast compact market, but mainly because it's a spectacular piece of engineering. To a degree this risks being its undoing...

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dpreview.com

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Last update: April 28, 2017The enthusiast compact market has exploded over the last couple of years, with several manufacturers offering a product with 1"-type sensors. Most of these cameras are small (and sometimes pocketable) and feature fast (but short...

Google is holding a competition that could see your Pixel photos gracing millions of screens. Nikon's 100th birthday party continues worldwide as a distributor in Italy organized a one-of-a-kind feat: assembling the world's largest 'human camera' from ov...

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