Sony RX100 series question

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Sony RX100 series question

Posted: 11/1/2018 10:31:44 PM EDT

Besides the small size of the cameras what else drives the popularity of the RX100 series of cameras? They all have a 1” sensor which I guess is good for such a small camera. They’ve been around for a while now. What else draws the relative high price?

Thanks in advance.

Edit: I’m referring to other mirrorless fixed lens APS-C OR micro 4/3 cameras.

Posted: 11/1/2018 10:34:04 PM EDT

[#1]

You nailed it. It's the sensor. Good image quality in a small package. They have plenty of useful features also. I wouldn't mind having one.

They're popular as dive cameras. Lots of housings and accessories.

Posted: 11/1/2018 11:29:36 PM EDT

[#2]

Quality sensor.
Small form factor.
Flip screen.
Raw files.
PSAM modes.

Posted: 11/2/2018 12:05:19 AM EDT

[#3]

I've had the RX100 II for a few years now. It's a well made camera, with a good sensor. I like it.

One small gripe I have about it, is that the minimum (smallest) aperture is f/11, and the base ISO is 160. So if you want a slow shutter speed on a sunny day......fuhgeddaboudit.

Posted: 11/5/2018 2:17:35 AM EDT

[#4]

Quote History

Quoted:
I've had the RX100 II for a few years now. It's a well made camera, with a good sensor. I like it.

One small gripe I have about it, is that the minimum (smallest) aperture is f/11, and the base ISO is 160. So if you want a slow shutter speed on a sunny day......fuhgeddaboudit.

View Quote

I picked up the RX100ii for a decent price. Decided I didn’t need to go for the latest model. I like it so far. Shoots good pictures and fits in my pocket nicely.

Posted: 11/5/2018 12:26:25 PM EDT

[#5]

I bought the first model in October 2013. My primary reason was to have a point and shoot that would record in RAW format. There were very few that did. It is my go-to when I don't want to carry a DSLR.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Sony RX100 series question

General » Photography & Photoshopping

Win a FREE Membership!

Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!

You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.

Warning

Confirm Action

About AR15.COM

Stay Connected

Newsletter

Contact Us