Отзывы о Фотоаппарат Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II

Camera does well in low light, ie indoor family shots. What I wanted. Still has to be a well lit room and subjects have to be still. Beat using a flash tho. So far it is pretty intuitive, esp with all the on-screen displays, so haven't sought out the manual yet. MF mode very awkward and slow, requires you to find focal point within the display (you can't adjust it manually). It's really like a fine control on the auto-focus. Not so great for shooting, say, a bird in a tree or zoo animals through a mesh. Just cuz it's a multi-step process esp if subject is to be off center. Probably I can get used to it but it's not a manual focus in the sense I thought. I like the lens-end mounted dial control, it's large and has proven easy to use.

Got the sony battery and 2 aftermarket batteries -- they work fine new! Also like the separate charger.

Otherwise bought a VERY tight-fitting kodak zipper hard-case that barely fits this (Kodak 1972736 Hard Camera Case (Black)). I can wear it on my belt in front and it's fine unless I run. It can go in a pants pocket too but with the belt clip that's pretty bulky.

Oh and I used those clear mini drawer-stop bumpers to add grip -- it's truly a slippery sucker (not as bad as a naked iphone but similar). I put on 3 of those bumpers (I had these nice fat ones) and that's worked like a charm.

Just received this "little" Sony RX100M2 camera. Have taken a few shots and these are my initial comments:
1) This Camera is small. Good and bad in some ways. Great to put in your pocket and go. Small enough to be carried everywhere. I even put it my pocket when I go bike riding. This size camera also brings an other consideration. . . how big are your hands? Mine are average for a male. However, I am having to get use to holding the camera correctly for its size. When holding the camera with my right hand to shoot, it is difficult to not press the "info" button accidentally at the bottom right hand corner. Just press it again to turn off. Also difficult to not press the flash side of the control wheel accidentally. Both just inconvenient, just hard to get use to. Sony has designed a rubbery grip at the top next to the "Record" button but I tend to want to hold it at the bottom corner.
2) Highly recommend getting the Sony AG-R1 grip or equivalent. You will definitely need additional grip assistance on the front side of this camera. It literally is so small and compact that anyone's hands have to adjust to this little gem of a camera.
3) Great pics so far and I'm not not even accustom to all the settings. A little bit difficult to control highlight areas so far but will be fun to get to learn more of this camera's traits. I take pics for a living and this camera is just plain fun to use. The flash is quite versatile in that you can adjust the tilt direction of the flash but will have to hold and tilt the flash head yourself, there is not preset adjustment built into the flash. My only real complaint so far is the refresh rate, a little slow but certainly acceptable, just not great in that aspect.
4) Auto-focus in Macro setting is not perfect. May need to adjust the focus area smaller to help auto0focus feature. It tends to falter in this area a little. But manual focus is always an option too, so no big deal.
5) Love the "control ring" to the rear of the lens. You can set this to function how you like. The default out of the box seems to be to control zoom.
6) Do not expect a "real" instruction manual with the product. To get that you will need to visit the Sony website and type in the model number and download the PDF of the manual.
7) Considering this camera and its size, having it shoot in RAW format and with a full 1" size sensor is the best part ! Hard to find that on a compact digital camera.

So far not disappointed in this little gem of a camera. Will update later after using the camera more.

This is a fine camera, and is certainly capable of taking great pictures. My complaints; I find it hard to frame shots only using the rear viewfinder, and the electronic finder, priced at almost the cost of the camera, is a prohibitive accessory. Also, the autofocus, while good, is slower than I might have hoped for, the camera struggles with close focal lengths, lack of intuitive manual control, a slightly slow startup time, and the paint on the hot shoe, and the LCD screen have both shown more wear than I would have hoped after only a few months of regular use. That said, it does basically everything else very well, and given the excellent image quality, it's hard to complain about the shortcomings when this camera so easily slides into a coat or pant pocket. It is only about the size of a pack of cigarettes; that alone is a reason to consider having it around. I'm used to shooting on medium format film cameras, and purchased this for a trip where I needed something discreet and nondescript looking that could also shoot high quality, RAW images, and in that regard it was a perfect purchase; the camera looks like a very ordinary point and shoot, and doesn't attract much notice, and the shutter, even in burst mode, is almost silent. The RX-100 mk III seems to have dealt with the complaints of the lack of a eye level finder and the removal of the easily scuffed hot shoe, but if those factors are not an issue for you, I'd certainly recommend this model.

I'll get the one "con" out of the way: It's true, how far it can zoom to could be better. BUT, it's good enough.

I did not find the "grip" issue as in other reviews to be an issue. I always use the wrist tie anyway.

THE WONDERFUL STUFF ABOUT IT
In sum, for someone who's not a digital camera expert who wanted a compact camera, great pictures, and fast "clicks," this is perfect.

I wanted a camera that was pocket-sized but functioned like an SLR for these reasons:
1. I wanted great-quality pictures
2. I wanted a camera that took pictures quickly so I can "catch up" with my toddler who won't often times sit still for pictures.
This camera gave me that, and I LOVE IT!

I'm not a camera expert. I just wanted to be able to take good pictures of my toddler.
-This is easy to use even if I don't know all the camera's intricacies (no time yet to peruse the manual.) I mainly use the "Auto" mode, and it's perfect.
-Even dim-light pictures come out great. It looks like I have an external spotlight. ***I hardly ever need to use the flash.***
-It's not bulky - fits in my pocket or purse. I can bring it everywhere without feeling like I'm lugging something around.

This is a very nice quality case for a Sony RX100M2. I previously bought the Sony LCSCSQ Soft Carrying Case but I felt it was too tight for the RX100M2 and I worried that I would scrape the camera's nice black finish when I zipped it up. This camera case fits the RX100M2 very nicely - not too tight or too roomy. There's room in the front zip compartment for two spare batteries and the USB charging cable. It's not too bulky and sits nicely and fairly unobtrusively on the hip using a belt.

I think the design has been nicely and intelligently thought out. There's a clip and velcro attachment to secure the camera in the case but the lid opens easily at the top making it quick and easy to access the camera (much better than a zip). The velcro attachment at the back allows you to quickly attach and detach the case from your belt without having to undo it. It also has a very cleverly designed double velcro mechanism that prevents the case from becoming detached from the belt accidentally. There's also a nice quality fully adjustable neck/shoulder strap with clip on metal attachments included.

All in all this is a really excellent camera case for the RX100M2. I can't really fault it, hence the five stars. Much better than the Sony's own brand case I bought previously.

Before I placed my order for this camera, I tried to avoid going through the same scenario that I experienced once I discovered the deal-breaking limitations of the RX10 (see my review). One of them was the inability for the camera to capture still photos while shooting video. I contacted Sony Technical Support and asked if the RX100M III had this essential feature (for my use as an event camera person). I was reassured that this feature was available and went forward with placing the order. When I received the camera, I quickly discovered that like in the RX10, still photos were not possible while shooting video, which was later confirmed by a different person at Sony Technical Support. As I stated in my review of the RX10, there are several cameras that I own (including the older HX9V and TX-10) that do offer this feature. Recently, I purchased the HDR-CX900 video camera, and low and behold, this feature was available! There is no logic as to why Sony chooses some of their models to have it and some not. Just be aware that the RX100M III does not have this feature if you are looking for it.

Update 8/9/14: Because I have been primarily using this camera for video, using the higher bit rate XAVCS setting has been VERY disappointing. It seems like Sony decided to put all of their design efforts into the video and totally disregarded the audio. For a camera that uses uncompressed LPCM, they still manage to yield poor audio. This is probably the worst audio I have ever experienced with all of Sony's cameras (I have owned 6 previous cameras). I really do think that the Sony marketers figured that with the growing number of consumers that do not use full-range audio systems to view the video and more into mobile devices like tablets and smartphones, the average user would not know the difference. I mean the bass is almost non-existent and highs are very muffled. This is very noticeable when you connect into a home theater system.

This is the perfect camera for us. We were not looking for a professional camera, but with three kids we needed better memories than a cellphone camera can provide. We have had the camera for a year now and have taken hundreds of pictures and lots of movies- the camera still functions like its brand new. Sony is always a safe bet, but we have been extremely impressed. A few notes for the camera:
- It has lots of functions, so it pays to take an hour or so when its new to figure stuff out.
- We do not use most of the bells and whistles, but a camera "expert" friend is around he has helped usmake the most out of this camera's extensive features list.
- Highly recommend the Sony LCJRXC/B Jacket case- when its hot the camera can get slippery and the leather case gives a firm grip, as well as protecting.
- We love the two different Auto modes- one for simple shots and one more advanced. Practice with these.

Overall we are very happy with the purchase and we expect this camera to last another couple years before we have to move on. Money well spent!

Good compact with fantastic results.

Pros: nice and small; generally, very good results in "perfect mode" (see "cons"); "selfies" easy to take with rotating lcd display, bracketing modes make for very pleasing results in mixed lighting; better than expected battery life; clear, strong colors; great for travel; great detail at 20MPs; many many options/features.

Cons: power-up to photo-ready is a tad slow at about 2-3 seconds; bright backgrounds are washed out in perfect mode (use bracketing to correct); lcd screen scratches (buy a protector); smooth finish is a little slippery (buy a small grip); very expensive; very limited zoom; Sony's Android PlayMemories with WiFi to download the photos to a Sony Xperia Tab Z took about 15 tries to get the WiFi to work and connect to the tablet (no excuse for poor quality of software!).

On a trip to Utah, I took over 1000 photos in RAW mode on a 64GB memory card and clarity and colors snap out. I found the biggest drawback was washed out colors in mixed lighting (bright background, shaded foreground) and should have made more use of bracketing. Software helped correct some of this, but not totally.

Note: I am coming from a Nikon D700 DSLR with 4 lenses (I got tired of lugging it all around), and this compact camera was/is very, very convenient for travel while still offering high quality images. I never used the pop-up viewfinder which may have accounted for the good battery life.

This is by far the best compact camera in the market. I delayed my review until after my trip to Eastern Europe, to see what the pictures would look like, and they are fabulous!
1. Image quality: The best you can imagine. In challenging dark situations, the camera really shines. I took many pictures inside churches and museums, without flash, and they came up impeccable. Even with the zoom they were great. I took pictures at night during a cruise on the Danube in Budapest, and photos of the illuminated city were excellent, even during the moving vessel in a windy night!
2. Battery life: I bought two extra batteries and carried them around, just in case, but I never used them. The battery provided with the camera lasted two days before needing charging, with moderately heavy use.
3. Size and handling: I bought a snug camera case, and I carried it in the front pocket of my shorts or pants. With jeans it was a little too tight for comfort, but possible. Whoever says the camera is not compact enough better use a cellphone instead. The camera is very small and has a slippery grip, so be careful when handling.
4. Controls: I found the controls and menus easy to use, but there are so many options, that I am still learning all the details. The flash is a little flimsy, but very useful. I never used the viewfinder, since the screen was clear enough, even under bright sunlight. The zoom was enough in most situations.
5. Price/value: At $800, the camera is not cheap, and friends were asking me, "$800 for a compact?". However, I believe the quality of the camera is well worth the money and I am very happy with my purchase. Very highly recommended!

I'm a semi-pro, using the a99, looking for something pocketable that wouldn't take pictures that looked like they came from a cell phone. Here are my impressions after using the RX100II on a weeklong trip to the Alaskan tundra:

Pros:
1. Image quality is the best I've seen on a compact, probably as good or better than my old Sony a55 DLSR.
2. Auto focus is fast and accurate, as long as you're not shooting through a dirty window.
3. The built-in flash is surprisingly powerful.
4. Front control ring multi-function is intuitive and easy.
5. Menus and control layouts are familiar to existing Sony DSLR users.
6. Lens zoom range is very useful, and f/1.8 at the widest end is helpful in low light.
7. Decent low light performance, which includes image stabilization.
8. Small size opens new possibilities for portability, and less intimidating when shooting candids.
9. Pretty good battery life.
10. Solid build and hand feel.
11. Can be charged with any micro-USB cell phone charger

Cons:
1. Manually adjusting shutter speed using the back control ring is a hassle. One false push and you've turned on your flash instead of changing your shutter speed, since the ring serves multiple purposes.
2. Manual focus is difficult, since it's electronic without the feedback you'd get from a regular lens. Focus peaking helps, but the focus magnifier just makes things worse.
3. Auto focus differentiates poorly when shooting through dirty glass, and there's no way to select a focus point, as with a DSLR.
4. Auto WB is not as accurate as I would like, tending to be warmer than necessary.
5. When shooting in auto mode, the camera defaults to higher ISO instead of larger aperture in lower light situations.
6. The images are still somewhat noisy at high ISO, above 800, but acceptable.
7. No GPS
8. Sony Play Memories cellular app is quirky, and you can't access the photos on your phone unless the camera is connected. I have to turn off cellular data on my Samsung GS4 to get the phone to connect, then turn it back on to share a photo, losing the camera connection.

Despite the shortcomings, I'm very happy with the RX100II, mainly because the image quality is just so good for a compact, and while not quite offering the level of control of my a99, it comes pretty close.

This item was returned unopened (once I had seen the size of it through the plastic bag). I wanted the case to go with the Panasonic LF1 which arrived at the same time, as the items had been ordered together. I wanted the camera as a small carry-around item which could stay on my belt all the time.
The fact that the case was not real leather as the Amazon website suggested, really had no bearing on the subject as the price had implied that it was not leather.
The size of the case is appropriate for larger cameras such as the Sony RX100 Mark 2, but is so large that the LF1 would have been lost inside it - and it would have been such a large lump on the belt that to carry it all the time would have been irksome.
To declare that this case is of a size appropriate for carrying the LF1 is like suggesting that you need a Transit van to carry golf clubs around. This is why I was disappointed.
For the larger cameras it would almost certainly be appropriate and useful, and it seemed well made and thought out with a soft pouch for the camera to fit in, before being placed in the imitation leather pouch shown. It could also be carried on a shoulder strap, which would also have worked, keeping the camera to hand - but was not how I intended to use the item.
The camera, however, is brilliant.

This is a great 1" sensor camera. Small enough to put in your pocket, yet much better results than cameras in this size class.

Things I love about this new revision:
-Excellent and very useful EVF. Slides back into Camera when not in use
-Screen can go 180 for self-portraits or to monitor when using video
-Normal Burst Mode shoots good quality

Improvements from the Mark II except for the following:
1) Hot Shoe detachment has been removed. This is a big disadvantage when using the camera for video. I was unable to attach a microphone or light units easily because of this. Sony should integrate the flash into the body (Like the panasonic LF1) and return the Hot Shoe.
2) Lens aperture has been improved, but you lose some telephoto range. While this isn't a huge disadvantage for everyday shooting, it is when you consider you can't remove the lens on this camera.

Things I would like to see:
i) For the amount of money your paying for this camera, it would be a much better value if they changed the lens to a 5x version with either 24-120 or 28-140mm equivalent. There is Sony's Clearzoom that gives you an extra 2x of reach, but I wouldn't go beyond that and use the digital zoom because the image suffers too much.
ii) It would be nice if it was touchscreen
iii)No GPS functions

Don't let this cameras small size fool you. It's a great backup/B Camera that I would consider a professional instrument. I hope Sony addresses some of these issues with the Mark IV or creates a spin-off like the RX100 IC in which you can change out the lenses. I'd love to be able to have a Prime Lens, 28-140 and telephoto I could install. The Nikon 1 V3 is doing this already, but the price is too much right now.

I really wanted to love this camera but after shooting with it for about a month or so I'm profoundly disappointed. I've owned several Sony's over the years and this one is by far the worse. There are some nice features and the camera works in certain situations incredibly well (main advantage is that you can take really nice low light pictures) but beyond that not worth the price. By far the BIGGEST disappointment is the so called wifi connection. Using the amazingly over the top craptastically kludgy sony app, getting pictures to your phone or tablet is an exercise in dice rolling. It literally works 1 out of 5-10 tries. So frustrating. I've found the only way I can get it to work with my S4 is to delete and reinstall the app and reset the network settings on the camera. So basically something that was supposed to be significantly easier has turned into something significantly more difficult. I tried this on 2 different Samsungs (S4 and an S5) an iPhone 5 and an iPad 2 and iPad 3. So clearly the issue is with the camera and app not the devices themselves. Inquiries to Sony for help were fruitless. They offered no support or guidance whatsoever and emails went unanswered. Googling the problem indicates that it is widespread and a serious one. Bottom line: If you are thinking about this camera bc you take a bunch of low light pictures it might be worth it.If you are, on the other hand, buying this camera in order to get a good all rounder with wifi integration with your other devices don't bother. There are plenty of better and less costly options out there...

Pros:
- Great camera, very sharp pictures.
- Fits in your pocket!
- Amazing (revolutionary) amount of light-gathering ability for a camera of this size. (1" sensor)
- The in-camera processing (esp. sharpen/denoise), for the jpg's, seems to be better than what I can get out of Lightroom (from raw).
- Photos beat the heck out of any cell phone camera in existence.

Cons:
- The AWB (auto white balance) is a bit weak, and definitely tends toward cool (rather than warm) renditions of the scene.
- You often have to wait on the memory card to catch up.
- Not as good in low-light as an APS-C or larger sensor, of course, but the quality you do get (in low light) is still pretty astounding for a pocketable camera!

Tips:
- Be sure to buy the FASTEST possible memory card with this. I bought a class 10 SDXC card (90 MB/sec) and even with it, after you take a pic, you often have to wait ~1.0 seconds before you can review it - it'll say "Please wait... writing to memory card." I've never experienced this with other cameras, and I find it pretty annoying.

Even though they share the same form factor, the RX100 II is a clear improvement over its predecessor in just about every respect. Image quality is better, image stabilization has improved, and the autofocus is more accurate.

Image quality is excellent from this camera. I'd go out on a limb and say that this is one of the best cameras that Sony has made to date as far as image quality is concerned. The camera takes well-detailed, colorful photos and is clean through ISO800. But can take respectable pictures through ISO3200 (although noise reduction does kick in at that sensitivity and does smear some fine detail at closer inspection). But the cameras does a better job at balancing out noise, noise reduction, and detail retention at least a stop better than the original RX100. It compares nicely with APS-C DSLRs at low and mid sensitivities. I find the exposure behavior has also improved and the camera is less prone to overexposure when compared to its predecessor. Color output is punchy and contrasty but most colors are reproduced very well. The lens is fairly sharp throughout its entire focal range, although I think the new RX100 III is even sharper at telephoto than the RX100 II is at 70mm.

Please note that I do not do video so I can't really vouch for the quality of it, although the reviews from others have been uniformly positive.

The camera's performance is pretty good. Autofocus speeds are decent in most lighting conditions but the camera does have some accuracy issues in low light. This is one area where the Canon G1X Mark II is a little better. At times, in low light shooting conditions, the camera will not bother to pinpoint the subject you are trying to shoot and just throw a huge box over the whole scene. This is something I have seen with other Sony cameras as well. It's better in this condition to take control of the AF yourself and move the focus point to where you need it. Image stabilization, which was an issue on the RX100, and is mostly rock solid on this model.

I don't understand why Sony is being so block headed about the camera design. More specifically, why there is no indent or grip on the front. This is true of the 3rd gen model as well, which is just about to be released. Luckily the extra Sony grip costs $10-$15 but I consider it essential because the camera is much more comfortable to hold. So if you order this camera, don't order it without the grip.

Despite some design quirks, this camera line from Sony still stands on its own terms of providing big image quality in such a small package.If you don't feel you need the faster lens or the built in EVF, you can save some money and get the RX100 II instead. Don't bother with the original RX100. It's not a bad camera but this 2nd gen model has all the quirks worked out and has even better image quality.

I've only had the camera for a few days but so far I love it. It takes amazing pictures, and it was easy enough for me (a non professional!) to figure out.

My only complaint so far is the functionality/location of the flash. It is right where you put your left finger to hold the camera with your left hand. This camera is very heavy and I'm afraid that I'll drop it if the flash pops up with my finger sitting there. Just a bizarre design, but I suppose I will get used to it.

One other complaint - the AC adapter that comes with the camera does not provide power to the camera. It charges the battery, yes, but if you plug it in and attempt to review your pics or play with the camera, you can't. If I am paying $600 for a camera, I expect it to come with a slightly better AC adapter! I just found another 5V adapter laying around (from an old cell phone) and I use that and it does provide power.

Guys, seriously? The lens sticks out so far that when you use the built in pop-up flash, a barrel shadow is made obvious in your photos. Yes, this 800-dollar-cameras' lens casts a shadow from it's own light source into its photos. I just couldn't believe they let this huge flaw make into production. Needless to say, I've sent the camera back. Also!! I actually purchased this camera for the video features but for the life of me and a Sony rep, could not get the camera to stop softening faces during video taking. It literally completely smooths out faces while filming and does not let you turn this feature off. Even worse, it smooths out the skin ONLY when it recognizes that there is a face present in the shot, which is about 2/3 of the time. That's right, the other 1/3 of the time, your pimples, freckles and wrinkles are apparent during the shot. My complaint about this feature was sent to a "specialist," who I have not yet heard back from. I'll give you an update when I get one. Has anyone else noticed this skin softening feature with their camera? If you would like to see this softening effect in action, check out my wife's YouTube video called HOW I GET "ME TIME!" by Sam And NIa. You can see in the video how her skin goes in and out of smoothness.

UPDATE: Sony has corrected the skin softening issue. As far as the barrel shadow is concerned, maybe I was being too picky. Updated from a one star to a 3 star. I still prefer not to own this camera on account of how it feels in hand, just too small and square shaped. It just doesn't feel very secure in my hands, like I'm going to drop it at any given moment. I ultimately went with the Canon G7X which feels 10x more sturdy to me.

Having bought the original RX100 almost 2 years ago, I was looking for a
replacement that might improve on photos I take of my grandkids as well as a pocket camera to keep on hand on photographic trips when I am principally using a DSLR. I was considering the Fuji X100S and the m3 RX-100 Sony DSC-RX100M III Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera. I decided on the latter, in part because of its smaller size. Having had the RX100m3 for about 3 weeks now, I can say that there are several improvements over the original RX100 which I find useful. First, the electronic view finder really is useful when it is very bright making it hard to see the subject with the LCD. Second, having a wider angle really does help getting more into the picture especially when you are close to the subject. And the improvement in the low light capability when using the telephoto is also appreciated. On the negative side, I did find that the battery did not last as long on a single charge as with the original RX100. Also, I was quite surprised to find that the flash does not automatically pop up even when set on fill flash when you go to shoot your picture as in the original RX100 and stated in the guide to using this camera. Instead one has to manually force the flash to pop up using a very hard to find button. I haven't yet had a chance to try the 120 p video or the built-in WiFi, two additions which I am looking forward to using (when I figure them out, something that is not as straightforward as it sounds and requires a new memory card,a SDXC card, as well as new software). I also do still wonder whether the Fuji X100S would have shown a more remarkable improvement in my pictures.

Actually, it's a good camera. The reason for the two stars is to get your attention.

A lot of advertising material implies that the WiFi feature of this camera will work on smart iPhones with iOS less than 7. But in early February 2015, at about the time I purchased the camera, Sony (and Apple) eliminated that version of the app, and upgraded to one requiring iOS7. My older phone won't do that. I have contacted Sony, twice, and gotten no reply as to where I might obtain the older app, which is still mentioned in the product brochure that comes with the camera.

If you have iOS7, or Android, or don't care about the WiFi, then this does not concern you. Note that Android devices with near-field communictions have an additional capability (not all Androids have this, and currently no iPhones do).

Can't blame Amazon, I contacted them, and they tried to help. But it's not Amazon's problem. I'll keep the camera.

The camera: I'm in love. This little camera packs all the bells and whistles of a DSLR and I find the results are amazing. I purchased the RX100 II for a three week trip to Italy, where I didn't want to be lugging around my slightly older and bigger DSLR.
Top 3 favorite things: 1) The crisp clarity of details in the pics, even when cropped. 2) I was very impressed with the auto low light adjustment, whether taken at night or indoors without a flash, the shots from the RX100M II were "night and day" better than I've gotten from any camera, and 3) The macro capability was not only fun but gave that crisp foreground with the blurry background effect. There is so many things with this camera, that I anticipate I will have fun discovering many more bells whistles in it that I don't even know about.
The bundle: All of the products that came in this package were of good quality, and made this a phenomenal deal. I used all of the items just in the first three weeks of my trip, and I expect I will continue to get a lot of use out them since I now favor this smaller camera now over my DSLR.
I've attached a few examples photos; NOTE that the last 4 pics are all cropped from the same photo (5th from the end) to show the level of detail even when cropped more than 75%.

This case is a remarkable value for the money. It reminds me of the everready cases for my Leicas from the 60s, except updated by the decades of experience we've had since - topcap fully snaps off to leave the camera protected but available for immediate shooting, bottom screw itself has a screw for fitting to a tripod, back is wide open so that the prehensile back screen can flip out (though it can be a bit snug) (though it seems ungracious to even mention that given what a bargain this is for such high quality). It's also a thing of beauty - I have had a couple of folks remark what a lovely case it is -- and it is, next to the sleek black of the modern digital camera, it looks like a hand-tooled reminder of old-world quality. I'd get these for every camera I have if they made them.

Pros: Superb (really superb) image and video quality (not tried raw yet, but claimed to be better), fully customisable menus, short learning curve, white balance setting can be easily optimised for taste, wifi connection to iphone lets you transfer the photos fast.
Cons: The viewfinder a little tiny and is not robustly built (may be mine has a problem), it is moving a little in its cradle, after a dslr experience, camera lacks the feel of connection,

if you are tired to carry your heavy dslr to everywhere, and your wife is complaining that you are not taking much photos of the kids as before, go for it.
please keep in mind that that you are purchasing a COMPACT camera (with a near dslr image quality) so you need to refresh your mind if you are an ex dlsr owner. No problem for first timers and compact users
also please do not take into account the battery life, as they all tend to compare with dslrs, which is unfair.

I've always heard about the Sony RX 100 M3 being THE best point-and-shoot camera so that my decision to buy it for my best friend. The main factor I wanted to get it for her was because she will be able to take selfies with her new baby girl and also so that she will be able to take more pictures since her iPhone storage is full.
So when she let me know the Sony RX100 M3 did not autorotate when taking a selfie rendered it pointless to me. It's quite difficult to take a selfie, upside down. We tried looking for answers googling it but no one has yet to have this problem. It just may have been the first RX100 M3 that did that. So I took my question to amazon where I received a response immediately from SONY (Thank you!). We tried the suggestion however, it didn't work after factory resetting the camera. The next option would be to send it back to get it fix, but instead decided to have it replaced. I requested a replacement to amazon.com yesterday (Sept. 8th), and to my amazement my friend received it today (Sept. 9th)!!!! I am VERY happy to report, that the second SONY RX 100 M3 works beautifully and auto rotates so quick for selfies!!!

I have used this camera and it captures beautiful pictures fast.

Thank you again amazon.com for an excellent experience and service without any hassle!!!!

So far everything from this seller looks great. Not knowing what to expect on the aftermarket items, my expectations were low. The batteries are all dated currently (2014). The camera case, while a tight fit, seems to hold everything - the camera, power cord/adapter, extra battery, memory cards. The car charger and tripod, obviously, will have to be packed elsewhere. The camera was in new packaging. I wasn't expecting, but received in this package, cut-to-fit LCD screen protectors. The only thing that was missing was that the 64GB memory card does not have it's own little plastic case, but a memory card wallet was provided. I just like the case for better protection. Shipping was prompt and email followup was as well. I'm still learning to use the camera, but it will hopefully make my safari memorable.

I'm only going to talk about the quality issues in my review, but the camera does take amazing pictures and is convenient because of its small size.

I've purchased three of these cameras (first from Sony Store online, second from Sony Store in NYC, and third from Amazon). I can say that the construction varied from one to the next. The first one had a solid EVF that would pop up smoothly and lock into place. However, it had some manufacturing defect on the lens that looked like the glass was scratched on some interior lens element. I returned this one and purchased another. The second one also had this same defect on the same spot of the lens (bottom left as you face the front of the camera). Its EVF didn't lock into place when you popped it up, instead you had to pull it the rest of the way up before you could slide it forward. I returned this camera too because of the lens issue again. The third camera didn't have the issue with the lens, but like the second the EVF wasn't as springy and needed a little help to get all the way up to where you could slide out the eye piece. Otherwise it's fine, and I'm happy with it. I just wish there was more quality control for such an expensive camera.

So, i had the MkII, which is all around an amazing camera, no question..
that being said.. i'm a photographer.. so i like looking through a viewfinder.. so the second I realized this new model had an electronic viewfinder I knew I had to have it. I then soon found out that it shoots video using the the new XAVC S codec which is a 50mb/ps "less compressed" Codec that's been around for a while, but gives canon and nikon a run for their money with their standard super compressed PhotoJpg-compressed-as-fuck video ... that looks amazing under perfect circumstances.. This new model also has a 180 degree LCD which means my wife can FINALLY take those selfies and get them perfect ALMOST every time because she can finally see her own face without shining her cellphone flash into the mirror. Furthermore, this camera has a 24-70mm Lens (compared to the previous.. (im guessing here) 20-110mm lens at f1.8-4.9.. (not guessing about the f-stop on the lens) so on the lens alone, this is a humongous upgrade - in Canon standards this is the difference between a $799 and a $1600 lens.
Anyways, these are the major differences between the 2 cameras. I think the new model is most definitely worth the additional $200, but it's obviously a question of circumstance.
Adam

Like most camera manufactures Sony tells you not to use this camera in high humidity or not to get it wet... well, they mean it! I was shooting in a very light drizzle and the next day the camera would not turn on. Apparently, there is zero weather sealing, and moisture has no problem getting in. When I connected the battery charger to the camera the morning after, the camera charger light would not even light up, so i took it back to the a camera shop where I bought it. They couldn't get the camera to work either, so now, it is on it's way back to Sony, to see if they can work some magic on it. Hopefully I didn't fry the circuitry, and they can fix it. Other than this bit of stupidity on my part, the RX100M2 packs a lot in a very small package, and is an excellent choice for a pro or advanced amateur needing a truly pocketable walk-around camera.

...in fact, despite the fact the RX100M3 actually fits comfortably in a pants pocket, jacket pocket, or shirt pocket, its one of the best cameras anyone has made at any size. I'm a landscape photographer, and the superb pop-up eyepiece viewfinder puts this pocket camera in a class by itself. It virtually eliminates the difficulties associated with shooting outdoors in bright light while relying on a flat display screen. Combined with Sony's new processor, which is virtually identical to that on Sony's excellent RX10 and A6000 cameras, and coupled with a new highly efficient (f1.8-2.8) lens, this little widget's relatively large sensor produces shockingly sharp images with unsurpassed color realism. The image stabilization is so good I find I can get finely focused hand-held shots even at shutter speeds as low as 1/15. The smooth motorized zoom on the 24-70mm lens is great for stills and ideal for movies. I often shoot in manual mode, and using the large, easy to handle ring on the lens to adjust aperture (while the viewfinder displays the precise results in real time) is simply a joy: the experience is so intuitive. I bought the first generation RX100 when it was released and though image quality was impressive I found myself wishing it had an electronic eyepiece viewfinder (like the A77 and A99's I was using at the time.) That wish has been fulfilled with the third-generation RX100M3. My highly valued iPhone 5s (a capable camera to be sure) is getting increasingly nervous the longer I write, so I'll quit now.

This is my second camera. The first one was model DSC-RX100, I really like the camera, but it was a rebuilt camera and some of the features where not to my satisfaction and consequently I was forced to return it. I decided to buy this new model because of the added special effect features and the WI-FI capability, unfortunately I haven't been successful to make it work and its one of the reasons that I removed one star. The other reason is the owner's manual. Sony didn't put a big effort when they created the operational manual, it's just NOT COMPLE it seems, and what limited info it has is a bit confusing. But all and all its a good travel high quality camera that I take everywhere I go. I got a handle with the settings (I'm a manual setting geek) but still learning. Another problem is the gripping of the camera itself. I know that its size limits added features, but Sony Engineering need to work hard in finding a way and come up with a rubber grip into the right body of the camera.
I hope this information helps.

Great image quality in both low light and outdoors. Both construction and design are both tops The new DSP and sensor are amazing togeather and allow for all the new formats for video as well as real burst shooting of photos in both RAW and JPEG. Virtually no shutter lag (.8 seconds) as in most pocket sized point & shoot models. Everything that displays on the rear LCD screen is also displayed in the EVF and the 3" LCD shuts off automatically when your face touches the screen when using the EVF as well. I highly recommend getting the MAGfilter circular polarizing filter to eliminate reflected harsh light and the protective case only adds a few MM to the overall size so it's still a pocketable camera.only slightly thicker than an Iphone and still protected from dings, dents and scratches.. One drawback is the thin wriststrap but if you get the case, you can install a really fine wrist strap from Joby that will secure both the camera to the case and also securely to your wrist. Sony supplies small loops for the securing of the case to the camera and the metal stays on the case can support a good JOBY wrist strap (almost a "must have" if you have large hands and fingers).
This model comes in second to the $7000 Leica for quality and performance in the point & shoot category at 1/10th the price. I got this camera to replace the old Nikon S-8300 for my wife and she's thrilled with the performance and features.

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II compact camera offers a few worthwhile upgrades when compared with the original RX100.

PROS
Excellent high ISO performance. 1-inch image sensor. Wide aperture lens. Customizable controls. Large, tilting LCD. Minimal shutter lag. Raw image capture. Wi-Fi. Hot shoe with EVF support.

CONS
Limited zoom range. In-camera battery charging only. Could be sharper at the edges of the frame at 28mm.

A good camera offering sharp raw images, but still worth comparing to this Fujifilm Camera here: http://amzn.to/1GMlwPO

The Sony RX100-Miii is truly the most amazing camera I have ever owned. I have only had it a few days, but am blown away by its low-light ability and the quality of the images it produces. Yes, it is expensive, but no other small camera has same combination of features, so, yes, it is certainly worth the money. But there is a steep learning curve to truly master the camera and take advantage of its many creative capabilities. I recommend the book "Photographer's Guide to the Sony DSC-RX100iii" by Alexander White, available on Kindle at the moment for $7.99. If you only need a little camera to keep in Auto mode all the time, save your money and get something cheaper.

I bought this camera with really big expectations over the image quality and i wasn't dissapointed, this camera really takes good pictures in any condition day/night. Its really useful to be able to tilt up the flash and bounce it against the ceiling to achieve difuse flash light. Also it records good video at 1080p and had no problem editing it.

The problems appear with the build quality. I always keep the camera in the case and i have never let it fall, but after 3 months of casual use the camera shows on every picture a black spot on the top right side. The bigger the F value the more clear spot its visible after
F5.3 its becomes more visible. I read only on how to fix this online and there are several cases reported of a faulty error called dust/oil spots, so mine was on of them so its annoying to remove the spot on every picture I take and on a camera this size its kind of impossible to repair.

Another big inconvinient its the battery indicator its pointless to have one if only show two states full/empty, being empty the shortest state signal you can get on screen and it costs me a 64Gb card cause i was filming video, the Rx100 damage the FAT structure of my SD and made it completly useless, and lost some money on the process.

This camera has everything I've ever wanted in a compact.

Legitimate viewfinder, full manual controls, fast lens, fast frame rate (10fps+!) and it's very small and light weight.

It's the camera I've been waiting for since digital cameras came out. (no joke - there isn't another digital camera on the market that comes even CLOSE to offering what the RX100 III does.)

It has officially replaced my Canon 5d3 setup for travel.

Excellent as an underwater camera as well (with use of Nauticam underwater housing, of course).

Jury is out...lens cover doesn't open fully...
I received this camera for Christmas. After doing a lot of research, I decided this was the camera I wanted. It worked fine the first day, then I took photos and couldn't understand why there was black shading at the upper right and lower left hand corners of the photo. I discovered that the lens cover was no longer fully opening. I returned the camera to Amazon and received a replacement. I didn't even have 1 good day with the second one! Again, the lens cover does not fully open. I don't want to be putting my fingers on the moving cover to force them open. So, I'm hoping this is not an $800 mistake, as I haven't had the pleasure of seeing what this camera is capable of.

Had the original 100, and this is a step up in all ways except zoom length. As with my first one... Extraordinarily sharp, clear, detailed and saturated photos, faster shot to shot and better low light performance. Little heavier, little thicker, very well made. I would easily have given up the EVF for a touchscreen... I suspect Sony knows that by now, and i have no doubt it sill be on the next model. Cons: The flash is now a manually actuated pop up, even when forced "on" in the menu, which seems dumb... and not well thought out, especially since the menu hasn't changed. Why have a forced flash menu option when you have to manually pop it up? Form factor still REQUIRES the addition of the rubber grip, or you WILL drop it. How Sony got that one wrong is a true mystery. That being said, yes... I ditched my Nikon D7000 and lenses and could not be more happy, not to be lugging it all around. Under almost every circumstance, you cannot tell the difference between the DSLR shots and the Sony. I have been a photographer for 40 years, and this is the first real game changer that made me ditch all the gear... Its just not necessary any more. I fully understand that this is a subjective review, not technical. If you need that, there are many technical online reviews that come to the same conclusion. You will not be disappointed.

This camera is simply fantastic! My wife and I are point and shoot photographers, but we wanted something that took better photos than our cell phones. This camera takes better pictures than her giant Sony DSLR. And we're more likely to take the picture, because she just carries it around in her purse! It's a little awkward with the flash where I am accumstomed to put fingers from my left hand, but i'm adapting. I think the RX100 III corrected this. WiFi connectivity works, but we find it to be slow. If you just find your USB cable in the desk drawer where you left it, you can transfer via cable really fast.

It's an expensive camera, but it takes truly wonderful photos.

I don't really recommend the package deals from Focus, though. Most of the extras are worthless and there is a real question about exactly what Focus is going to send you. The only thing of value to me in the package was the high capacity battery.

Looks nice, good fit. Poppers could be a little more firm in their snap (or the cover could do with a retainer as- when one popper is unpopped, the oter one ususally follows suit without assistance from me and the front over then falls to the floor.

I also doubt that the case is actually leather. And it does smell a bit wierd. And the case is too close on the right to allow the USB to plug into the camera with it still in the case - I might shave a millimetre off of the case because that's all it'd take. But...

I'm hoping the smell will fade, the strap's a good length, it protects the camera, it was nicely packaged in a felt type bag with a cleaning cloth and it looks good.

Although I purchased this really as a camera for taking still photos which by the way are just stunning, it works very well as a camcorder. In fact it works better than my dedicated Full HD Panasonic camcorder. I've filmed videos simultaneously with both and side by side comparison shows that the Sony camera does a better job. Only advantage the panasonic camcorder has is the superior zoom. As a camcorder it is much superior to some DSLRs I've used such as Canon Rebel T5i which have a hard time auto focusing but not the Sony - its auto focus is quick and accurate.

Now as for the photos, this is by far the best compact camera I've ever used. I still use a DSLR for special occasions especially where higher zoom is needed but for all other photo taking I use this. Much more convenient than lugging around a bulky DSLR and still have the confidence that you will get great shots and on par with more expensive DSLRs.

I also purchased a relatively cheap Neewer flash TT560 and this works great with the Sony. Only drawback is that it still tries to use the built-in flash which the external flash blocks from fully popping up. However, this does affect the firing of the external flash. Good for situations where you need a stronger flash. I also have the Neewer 160 LED CN-160 light for video filming indoors and also greatly compliments this sony camera.

I waited patiently for 2 months to receive what is now the third version of the RX100. I read everything about it that I could ahead of time and recognize that this is a camera enthusiasts dream. All of the other reviews focus on the positives of the camera so no need to repeat that except to say that the build quality is excellent, the software nearly perfect and the image quality just stellar for its size. It's a technological marvel.

But, after using the camera for just a brief time, I realized that I just cannot live with the immensely small (2.9x) zoom. It's even less than the last version. As good as this camera is and as spectacular as the image quality ends up being, the camera is just not practical for me without more optical zoom. It barely zooms which essentially means you have to be right up on your subject which, for me, means missing out on many shots.

I get that Sony made tradeoffs to get such stellar picture quality in such a form factor and my hats off to them for their remarkable advances. But, for me, I realized after using the camera briefly that I'd happily trade slightly less quality for much longer range. Most compact cameras nowadays have outstanding picture quality at longer distances.

I'm sure many will be extremely happy with this camera, and there's a lot to like about it, but it's just not for me.

Recently I went on a week-long college tour with my daughter. The RX100M3 was the perfect camera to bring along.

I didn't even consider taking my D800. Even without its grip and with a 50mm prime, it was too big, too heavy, and too 'there' all the time. I adore the D800, but this was an on-your-feet, strolling in and out of buildings, across quads, and past athletic fields for hours at a time kind of day.

So I bought the RX100M3. Fits right in my pants pocket. Not jeans, but khakis. I'd forget it was there, until I wanted a shot. Then I'd pull it out, get the shot, and tuck it away again.

Plenty of battery life, so I had enough juice for multiple college visits in one day. Including the 'scene setter' shots of the towns they were located in.

At the end of the day, the image quality was excellent. Just plain excellent. It handled a variety of mixed-lighting shots, landscapes, lecture halls, dorm rooms, architecture, and interiors.

My D800 would probably have done better. But for a level playing field I would have had to bring the 24-70mm...which would have excelled. But then? The trips would have been more about the camera than the schools....and that was not what I wanted.

Very happy with this little travel companion.

Been using this camera for a few months and still loving this little monster. Everyone says wow after seeing the photos. The built in wifi makes it very useful for sharing photos but I find myself use more for controlling the camera from my phone. No need Bluetooth dongle when you can use your phone as a shutter or focus point to take a selfie or group photo.

Start up time is also quick. I find myself use this more often than my iPhone 6 plus. (Though I transfer the photos instantly to my phone then doing some photo editing on my phone before sharing them on social networks.

Totally recommend the RX100 Mark 3 to people who want quality photos but concern about portability with DSLR. Combine this with Adobe Lightroom and I'm sure you'll be pleased.

This camera is really good at everything. For someone whom is really good at taking photos it makes you really great; for someone who is bad at taking photos it can make you good. It is expensive, but it is worth the price.

Pros-
Easy of use, low light capabilities, WIFI and NFC, resolution, viewfinder, display, flash, and almost everything!

Cons-
The camera is a little heavy (but just for a point and shoot), price (but worth it), it is a little big for a point and shoot (but again it takes pictures like a high end camera)

For me this camera is the best of both worlds. It takes high end pictures in a point and shoot size. The greatest thing about this camera is that I do not have to ever connect it to anything. I have a spare battery and a cradle charger, so no plugging it in to charge. I have the NFC and WIFI setup so that I can wirelessly send pictures to any of my computers or phones, so no connecting to transfer photos. That in itself makes the premium price very worthwhile for me.

PS - I bought the Amazon package deal with a memory card and some other extras. As far as I know this product is fixed price point. It is hard to find it for less than retail price.

This case for the Sony RX100 II fits the camera perfectly and provides all the protection one could want from a glove type case. The top half is completely removable if desired (held on by two sturdy snaps), or it can be left on while taking photos without a problem (I personally remove it while actively taking shots) though it might slow you down a bit keeping it out of the way of the lens as it swings freely. Also, taking the top half off when not transporting contributes to the overall handling and diminutive appearance of this wonderful little camera. If you're familiar with the old leather camera cases from earlier decades, especially the 40's and 50's, this will certainly seem reminiscent. The overall design and implementation of features is very well executed and should satisfy just about anyone interested in protecting their valuable camera with a retro style case that will add a touch of sophistication to their Sony RX100 II. It has elicited several positive comments from those who have seen it attached to my camera. This case will not fit over the optional grip (from Sony and other third party vendors) that can be attached to the RX100 II, but I've found that once this case is placed on the camera it provides a very positive grip that allows for secure one-hand operation. One note regarding materials used however. The case is described as "Dark Brown Leather Camera Case." The case is not true leather but a synthetic material which, in my view, is virtually indistinguishable from the real thing and may actually prove more durable in the long run. I would enthusiastically recommend this case both for its stylish appearance and excellent protective value.

I will confine most of my remarks to the viefinder in this camera There are a lot of small cameras that have high quality features (for example the first two versions of this camera). Bust most of them do not have an eye-level viewfinder. The few that have eye-level finders do not have ones of the high quality and accuracy of this electronis finder. Not only is this finder accurate, but it collapses into the body for storage and "pops up" for use. It has diopter adjustment and has a sensor that swiches from the screen on the back to the eye-level finder when the camera is brought next to the face. In addition the screen on the back tilts to allow shooting at very high or very low angles. The lens is designed by Zeiss and is of very high quality, equivalent to 24-70mm. The "one inch" sensor is much larger that usually found in cameras this size. In short it is my favorite small camera and I have had a lot of them!

The camera case is exactly as you see it in the image online. I like the idea of being able to carry the camera around my neck, ready to shoot a picture. The "retro" look also appeals to me. The only reasons I give it a 4/5 (and not 5/5) are that the fit isn't quite exact (it should be a bit tighter) and that when you unsnap the cover to take a picture, that part of the case snaps off entirely, which means you have to be ready to just put that part in your pocket or hold it somehow. I had hoped that it would just stay on while I took a picture, as my old camera cases did in the past. This is not a deal-breaker and I'm still glad I bought it. It's comfortable to carry the camera with the case and it doesn't add significantly to the size of the camera.

I wanted to love it but no.
I have tried maybe 10 different cameras in my search for the "perfect" travel camera, Pentax, Canon, Panasonic Lumix (5 different models, LX5, LX7 and 3 four thirds) and the Sony RX100M III.
I am used to the high quality pictures I get from my Canon 70D with my Sigma 70-200 f/2.8.
In my humble opinion, nothing beats my Sony Nex 7 with the 16-50 PZ, I've also tried the Zeiss 16-70, not worth the thousand dollars.
The sharpness and colors I get from the Nex 7 with the 16-50 PZ is amazing.
A lot of people say they love the RX100M III because it fits in your jeans pockets, well, I wear regular jeans and it doesn't fit in my pockets, so if I am going to have to put my camera in my sling bag, I rather put my Nex 7.

Its really is as good as they say it is. I owned the RX100M2 and I thought that camera was pretty good. But really, this one is that much better. Its amazing they could improve on an already excellent camera, but Sony pulled it off. Personally, I am not a fan of Sony products, but they got me sold on the RX100 line. The M3 is pretty dang close to perfection. Adding a 180 degree tiltable screen, built in EVF, and 1.8-2.8 24-70mm lens really sealed the deal (and is worth the upgrade if you have one of the previous models). I gladly forked over my $800 for this bad boy. Don't forget to get the Sony protective case. Its saved my RX100M2 a many times and I'm sure it will protect my M3 as well (must buy the newer model as the previous cases are a bit too small to cover this one). Had to buy it from Crutchfield as it was backordered on here on the release date. Get these while they're hot b/c its the best pocketable camera ever made, by anyone.

***Note: This is the PERFECT backup camera to my D600 with 24-70 F2.8. Since this is like 1/5 the size of that setup, I am more comfortable carrying this almost anywhere. I can get 95% the same pics during the daytime and 85% in challenging light. How awesome is that!?!