Sony DSC-RX100 VII Camera

Overview
The Sony RX100 VII is a compact camera that boasts the worlds fastest autofocus and eye autofocus for both humans and animals. It also inherits features from the Alpha 9-class, including up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second, Real-time Tracking, and Real-time Eye AF with 20fps blackout-free shooting. The cameras newly developed 1.0-type sensor allows for high AF speed of 0.02 seconds and 357-point focal-plane phase detection AF. Additionally, it offers high-quality 4K video with Real-time tracking, Real-time Eye AF for video, improved image stabilization, and a microphone terminal. The camera also has a wide zoom range of 24-200mm, a one-push EVF, and a 180-degree tiltable LCD monitor.

The Sony RX100 VII is not only great for still photography, but also for video. It features a newly developed 1.0-type stacked 20.1 MP Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and the latest generation BIONZ X image processor, providing Alpha 9-level speed performance with up to 60 AF/AE tracking calculations per second and 20fps blackout-free shooting with AF/AE tracking. The camera has a world-leading 357-point focal-plane phase-detection AF and 425-point contrast-detection AF, with a high AF speed of 0.02 seconds. It also offers Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for both humans and animals. Other features include a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm F2.8 – F4.5 lens, a Single Burst Shooting drive mode at up to 90fps, and pro-level movie functionality. The camera has won the Compact Camera of the Year award at the 2020 AP Awards and is perfect for professional photographers, creators, and vloggers.

Summary
Native ISO: ISO 100
Audio Inputs: Internal Mic
Image Stabilisation: Yes
Battery Mount / Type: Sony NP-F
Media Type: SD
Sensor: CMOS
Weight: 0-2kg
Wi-Fi: Yes
Included in box
1x DSC-RX100 VII
1x Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-BX1)
1x AC Adaptor
1x Micro USB cable
1x Wrist Strap
1x Strap Adapter
1x Instruction Manual

About the Sony DSC-RX100 VII Camera
Winner of Compact Camera Of The Year at the 2020 AP Awards

Inside its compact body the RX100 VII is packed with everything it takes to deliver gorgeous images. The 24-200mm[1] zoom lens is complemented by 0.02-sec.[2] super fast AF, new Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF, plus enhanced image stabilisation and an external microphone jack for high-quality movie shooting. Pro-level features for both still shots and movies will meet the demands of professional photographers, creators and vloggers.

Broad zoom capability in a compact body

The high-magnification 24-200mm[1] zoom lens delivers superb image quality. Engineered to achieve maximum resolution and clarity across the entire zoom range, it brings remarkable telephoto capability to a pocket-size package, vastly expanding your options for creative expression.

New Single Burst Shooting function

The newly developed Single Burst Shooting[3] function will capture even very fast-moving action, such as the precise instant a tennis racket hits the ball, taking seven shots in rapid succession with selectable speeds of 90fps, 60fps or 30fps. It allows you to capture decisive moments that might otherwise be very difficult, and it can be used with the self-timer. Both JPEG and RAW image formats are supported.

Broad AF coverage and fast AF speed

The RX100 VII features a category-leading[4] total of 357 focal-plane phase-detection AF points, covering a total of 68% of the frame. These are complemented by 425 contrast-detection AF points, and AF acquisition is achieved in just 0.02 seconds[2], the world’s fastest speed[4].

Real-time Tracking for moving subjects

Real-time Tracking uses subject-recognition algorithms (AI)[5] that draw on colour, pattern (brightness), subject distance (depth) and face/eye information to track your subjects wherever they move. Maintaining a constant, steady focus on a moving subject helps you capture every important moment of action as it happens, whether you’re taking stills or movies.

High-resolution 4K HDR (HLG) recording and stable AF

The camera supports internal 4K (QFHD:3840×2160) movie recording [6][7] with full pixel readout and no pixel binning. Smooth, stable AF is the result of enhanced AF algorithms, and Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF (human) are also now available for movies. With HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) capability you can enjoy HDR images simply by connecting the camera to an HDR (HLG) compatible Sony TV via a USB cable.

Advanced features for creators and vloggers

Step up your vlogging with the go-anywhere RX100 VII. New Touch Tracking for movies gives you fast, easy autofocus you can rely on, while Real-time Eye AF (human) ensures precise focus. Even when you’re walking, image stabilisation “Active” mode produces smooth 4K video and, with a tilting selfie screen and external mic input, both framing and audio are stress-free.

[1] Angle of view (35mm format equivalent).

[2] CIPA standard, internal measurement, at f=9.0mm (wide-end), EV6.6, Program Auto, Focus mode: AF-A, Focus area: Center.

[3] Seven still images are shot per burst. Focus and exposure are fixed at the first shot in each burst.

[4] Among fixed lens digital cameras with 1.0-type sensor. As of Jul. 2019, based on Sony research.

[5] AI (artificial intelligence) including machine learning technology is used.

[6] A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC card is required for XAVC S format movie recording. UHS speed Class 3 or higher is required for 100 Mbps recording.

[7] When the “Auto Power Off Temperature” is set to “Standard”, continuous recording is possible for up to 5 minutes. Set to “Standard” for handheld shooting. Use a tripod or other support when “High” is selected. Maximum continuous recording time may vary according to camera temperature and shooting environment.

SENSOR
Sensor Type 1.0-type (13.2mm x 8.8mm) Exmor RS CMOS sensor, aspect ratio 3:2
Number Of Pixels (Effective) Approx. 20.1 Megapixels

LENS
Lens Type ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Lens, 15 elements in 12 groups (8 aspheric elements including AA lens)
F-Number (Maximum Aperture) F2.8(W)-4.5(T)
ND Filter –
Focal Length (F=) f=9.0-72mm
Angle Of View (35Mm Format Equivalent) 84deg.-12deg.30min.(24-200mm)
Focus Range (From The Front Of The Lens) AF (W: Approx. 8cm (0.27ft.) to Infinity, T: Approx. 100cm (3.29 ft.) to Infinity)
Optical Zoom 8.0x
Clear Image Zoom (Still Image) 8.0x
Clear Image Zoom (Still Image) 20M Approx. 16x / 10M Approx. 22x / 5.0M Approx. 32x / VGA Approx. 121x
Clear Image Zoom (Movie) 4K: Approx. 12x / HD: Approx. 16x
Digital Zoom (Still Image) 20M Approx. 32x / 10M Approx. 44x / 5.0M Approx. 64x / VGA Approx. 121x
Digital Zoom (Movie) Approx. 32x

SCREEN
Screen Type 7.5cm(3.0type)(4:3) / 921,600 dots / Xtra Fine / TFT LCD
Adjustable Angle Up by approx. 180 degrees, down by approx. 90 degrees
Display Selector (Finder/LCD) Auto/EVF(Manual)/Monitor(Manual)
MF Assist Magnification 5.3x, 10.7x
Touch Panel Yes

VIEWFINDER
Screen Type/Number Of Dots 0.39-type electronic viewfinder(OLED), 2,359,296 dots
Field Coverage 1
Magnification Approx. 0.59x with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m-1(diopter) (35mm equiv.)
Eye Point Approx. 20mm from the eyepiece, 19.8mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m-1(diopter) (CIPA standard)
Dioptre Adjustment -4.0 to +3.0m-1
Brightness Control Auto, Manual(5steps)

CAMERA
Image Processing Engine Yes (BIONZ X)
Steadyshot (Still Image) Optical
Steadyshot (Movie) Yes (Intelligent Active Mode, Optical type with electronic compensation, Anti Rolling type)
Focus Type Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)
Focus Mode Single-shot AF, Automatic AF, Continuous AF, DMF, Manual Focus
Focus Area Wide (357 points (phase-detection AF), 425 points(contrast- detection AF)), Zone, Center, Flexible Spot (S/M/L), Expanded Flexible Spot, Tracking (Wide/Zone/Center/Flexible Spot(S/M/L)/Expanded Flexible Spot)
Object Tracking Yes (Tracking)
Eye AF [Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal; [Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select)
Light Metering Mode Multi Pattern, Center Weighted, Spot, Entire Screen Avg, Highlight
Exposure Compensation +/- 3.0EV, 1/3EV step
ISO Sensitivity (Still Image)(Recommended Exposure Index) Auto(ISO100- 12800, selectable with upper / lower limit)
100/125/160/200/250/320/400/500/640/800/1000/1250/1600/2000/2500/3200/4000/5000/6400/8000/10000/12800 (Extendable to ISO64/80), Multi-Frame NR:Auto(ISO100-12800), 100/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600
ISO Sensitivity (Movie) Auto:(ISO100Level-ISO12800Level, selectable with upper / lower limit)
100/125/160/200/250/320/400/500/640/800/1000/1250/1600/2000/2500/3200/4000/5000/6400/8000/10000/12800
White Balance Modes Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluor.: Warm White, Fluor.: Cool White, Fluor.: Day White, Fluor.: Daylight, Flash, Underwater Auto, C.Temp./Filter, Custom
WB Micro Adjustment Yes(G7 to M7,57-step)(A7 to B7,29-step)
Shutter Speed iAuto(4″ – 1/2000) / Program Auto(30″ – 1/2000) / Manual(Bulb, 30″ – 1/2000) / Aperture Priority(30″ – 1/2000) / Shutter Priority(30″ – 1/2000)
Electronic Shutter [Single Shooting] iAuto (4″ – 1/32000) / Program Auto(30″ – 1/32000) / Manual(30″ – 1/32000) / Aperture Priority(30″ – 1/32000) / Shutter Priority(30″ – 1/32000);, [Continuous Shooting/Single Burst Shooting] 1/8 – 1/32000
Aperture iAuto(F2.8/F11(W)) / Program Auto(F2.8/F11(W)) / Manual(F2.8/F11(W)) / Shutter Priority(F2.8/F11(W)) / Aperture Priority(F2.8/F11(W))
Image Control Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness, Creative Style, Color Space(sRGB / Adobe RGB), Quality(RAW / RAW&JPEG (Extra fine, Fine, Standard) / JPEG (Extra fine, Fine, Standard)
Noise Reduction Long exposure NR:On/Off, available of shutter speeds longer than 1/3 sec., high ISO NR:Normal/Low/Off, Multi Frame NR: Auto, ISO100-25600
Dynamic Range Functions Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level 1-5), Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1.0-6.0EV, 1.0EV step)
Shooting Mode AUTO(Intelligent Auto/Superior Auto), Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure, MR(Memory Recall) [body 3 sets / memory card 4 sets], Movie Mode(Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure), HFR Mode(Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure), Panorama, Scene Selection
Scene Selection Portrait, Sports Action, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Handheld Twilight, Night Portrait, Anti Motion Blur, Pet Mode, Gourmet, Fireworks, High Sensitivity
Continuous Shooting Speed (Maximum) (With Max. Recording Pixels) [AUTO/Electronic Shutter] Continuous Shooting Hi: approx. 20 fps, Continuous Shooting Mid: approx. 10 fps, Continuous Shooting Low: approx. 5.0 fps, Single Burst Shooting Hi: approx. 90fps, Single Burst Shooting Mid: approx. 60fps, Single Burst Shooting Low: approx. 30fps [Mechanical Shutter] Continuous Shooting Hi: -, Continuous Shooting Mid: approx. 10 fps, Continuous Shooting Low: approx. 3.0 fps
Self-Timer 10sec. / 5sec. / 2sec. / 3 or 5 consecutive shots with 10sec. 5sec. or 2sec. delay selectable / Bracketing shots with 10sec. 5sec. or 2sec. delay selectable / Single Burst shots with 10sec. 5sec. or 2sec. delay selectable
Drive Modes Single, Continuous shooting, Single Burst Shooting, Self-timer, Self-timer(cont.), Cont.-bracketing, Single-bracketing, White balance bracketing, DRO bracketing
Interval Rec Yes (1-60 sec. interval, 1-9999 shots, AE lock/AE tracking(High/Mid/Low))
Panorama (Shooting) Sweep Panorama
Picture Effect [Still Image]:Toy camera, Pop Color, Posterization, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color, High Contrast Mono., Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Richtone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, Illustration, [Movie]:Toy camera, Pop Color, Posterization, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color, High Contrast Mono.
Creative Style Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn Leaves, Black & White, Sepia, Style Box
Picture Profile off/PP1-PP10(Black Level, Gamma(Movie, Still, Cine1-2, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-log3, HLG, HLG1, HLG2, HLG3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset)
Number Of Recognised Scenes [Still Image]:Superior Auto: 44 / iAuto: 33, [Movie]:44

FLASH
Flash Mode Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Rear Sync / Flash Off
Flash Type Built-in, manual pop-up
Af Illuminator Auto / Off
Bracketing Yes
Flash Range ISO Auto: Approx.0.4m to 5.9m (1.31 ft. to 19.35 ft.) (W) / Approx. 1.0m to 3.1m (3.28 ft. to 10.17 ft.) (T), ISO12800: up to Approx. 12.4m (40.68 ft.) (W) / Approx. 7.0m (22.96 ft.) (T)

RECORDING
Compatible Recording Media [XAVC S(100Mbps)] SDXC/SDHC Memory Card (UHS-I U3 or higher); [XAVC S(60Mbps/50Mbps)] SDXC/SDHC Memory Card (Class 10 or higher); [AVCHD/Still image] Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick Micro(Mark2), SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card (Class 4 or higher), micro SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card (Class 4 or higher)
Recording Format [Still Image]:JPEG(DCF Ver.2.0,Exif Ver.2.31,MPF Baseline compliant), RAW(Sony ARW 2.3 format), [Movie]:XAVC S, AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible
Recording Format (Movie Audio) XAVC S:LPCM 2ch, AVCHD:Dolby Digital(AC-3) 2ch(Dolby Digital Stereo Creator)
Colour Space (Still) sRGB, Adobe RGB
DCF/DPOF DCF/DPOF/EXIF/MPF
Still Image Number Of Recorded Pixels (Image Size) 3:2mode:20M(5,472×3,648) / 10M(3,888×2,592) / 5M(2,736×1,824), 4:3mode:18M(4,864×3,648) / 10M(3,648×2,736) / 5M(2,592×1,944) / VGA, 16:9mode:17M(5,472×3,080) / 7.5M(3,648×2,056) / 4.2M(2,720×1,528), 1:1mode:13M(3,648×3,648) / 6.5M(2,544×2,544) / 3.7M(1,920×1,920) , Sweep Panorama:Wide(12,416×1,856/5,536×2,160), Standard(8,192×1,856/3,872×2,160)
Movie Recording Mode (NTSC) NTSC/PAL Selector: [NTSC] AVCHD: 24M FX(1,920×1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920×1,080/60i), XAVC S 4K: 30p 100M(3,840×2,160/30p) / 30p 60M(3,840×2,160/30p) / 24p 100M(3,840×2,160/24p) / 24p 60M(3,840×2,160/24p), XAVC S HD:60p 50M(1,920×1,080/60p) / 60p 25M(1,920×1,080/60p) / 30p 50M(1,920×1,080/30p) / 30p 16M(1,920×1,080/30p) / 24p 50M(1,920×1,080/24p) / 120p 100M(1,920×1,080/120p) / 120p 60M(1,920×1,080/120p)
Movie Recording Mode (PAL) NTSC/PAL Selector: [PAL] mode AVCHD: 24M FX(1,920×1,080/50i) / 17M FH(1,920×1,080/50i), XAVC S 4K: 25p 100M(3,840×2,160/25p) / 25p 60M(3,840×2,160/25p), XAVC S HD:50p 50M(1,920×1,080/50p) / 50p 25M(1,920×1,080/50p) / 25p 50M(1,920×1,080/25p) / 25p 16M(1,920×1,080/25p) / 100p 100M(1,920×1,080/100p) / 100p 60M(1,920×1,080/100p)
HFR Recording: NTSC/PAL Selector: [PAL] mode XAVC S HD:50p 50M(1,920×1,080/250fps), 50p 50M(1,920×1,080/500fps), 50p 50M(1,920×1,080/1000fps) / 25p 50M(1,920×1,080/250fps), 25p 50M(1,920×1,080/500fps), 25p 50M(1,920×1,080/1000fps), NTSC/PAL Selector: [NTSC] mode XAVC S HD:60p 50M(1,920×1,080/240fps), 60p 50M(1,920×1,080/480fps), 60p 50M(1,920×1,080/960fps) / 30p 50M(1,920×1,080/240fps), 30p 50M(1,920×1,080/480fps), 30p 50M(1,920×1,080/960fps) / 24p 50M(1,920×1,080/240fps), 24p 50M(1,920×1,080/480fps), 24p 50M(1,920×1,080/960fps) Sensor Readout Number of effective pixels: Quality Priority:240fps/250fps(1,824×1,026),480fps/500fps(1,824×616),960fps/1000fps(1,244×420)/Shoot Time Priority:240fps/250fps(1,824×616),480fps/500fps(1,292×436),960fps/1000fps(912×308)
Still Image Number Of Recorded Pixels (Image Size) During Movie 16:9mode:17M(5,472×3,080) / 7.5M(3,648×2,056) / 4.2M(2,720×1,528)
Proxy Recording Yes(1280 x 720(Approx.9Mbps))

INTERFACE
Input And Output Terminals Multi/Micro USB Terminal, Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0), Micro HDMI, Microphone jack (3.5mm Stereo mini jack)
Nfc NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible, One-touch remote, One-touch sharing
Wi-Fi Yes(IEEE802.11b/g/n(2.4GHz band))
Bluetooth Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.1 (2.4GHz band))

POWER
Power Source DC3.6V(supplied battery) / DC5.0V(supplied AC Adaptor)
Battery System Rechargeable battery pack (NP-BX1)
Power Consumption (Camera Mode) Approx. 2.1W with LCD monitor and approx. 2.3W with viewfinder(CIPA standard)
USB Charge/USB Power Supply Yes (Shooting, Playback)
Battery Life(Still Images)(CIPA) Monitor:Approx. 260 / Approx. 130min., Monitor (When Auto Monitor off is set to 2sec):Approx. 310 / Approx. 155min., ViewFinder:Approx. 240 / Approx. 120min.
Battery Life(Movies Actual Shooting)(CiPA) Monitor:Approx. 40min., ViewFinder:Approx. 40min.
Battery Life(Movies Continuous Shooting)(CiPA Monitor:Approx. 70min., ViewFinder:Approx. 70min.

OTHERS
Playmemories Camera Apps –
Shooting Functions Face Detection, Face Registration, Still Image Recording (during movie recording), Smile shutter, Grid Line, Quick Navi, Digital Level Gauge (pitch and roll), WB Bracket, DRO Bracketing, MF Assist, Peaking (Display: Off/On) (Level: High/Mid/Low) (Color: Red/Yellow/Blue/White), Zebra, Marker Display, Audio Rec Level, Audio Level Display, Step Zoom / Quick Zoom, Self-portrait timer, TC/UB, Copyright Info, ISO Auto Minimum Shutter Speed, PC Remote Controll, Gamma Disp. Assist, [Mov]AF Tracking Sensitivity, [Mov]AF Drive Speed, Set File Name, Touch Shutter/Touch Focus/Touch Tracking, Touch Pad, My Menu, My Dial
Playback Functions BRAVIA Sync(Control for HDMI), 9/25-frame index view, Auto Orientation, Slide Show, Forward/Rewind (Movie), Delete, Protect, Motion Shot Video, Beatuty Effect, Photo Capture, Rating, Automatic Image Rotation
Triluminos Color Yes
4K Image Output Yes
Operating Temperature 0 degrees C. – +40 degrees C. / 32 degrees F. – 104 degrees F.

PRINT
Print Exif Print, PRINT Image Matching (PIM3)

SIZE AND WEIGHT
Dimensions (W X H X D) (Approx.) 101.6 x 58.1 x 42.8 mm(4 in. x 2 3/8 in. x 1 11/16 in.)
Weight (CIPA Compliant) Approx. 302g (10.7oz.)(Battery and Memory Card are included) / Approx. 275g (9.8oz.)(Body Only)

World’s fastest autofocus / eye autofocus for humans and animals.
Inherits Alpha 9-class features of up to 60times/sec AF/AE calculation, Real-time Tracking, Real-time Eye AF with 20fps blackout-free shooting
Newly developed 1.0-type sensor realizes 0.02 sec. high AF speed and 357-point focal-plane phase detection AF
High quality 4K video with Real-time tracking, Real-time Eye AF for video, improved image stabilisation and microphone terminal
Wide zoom range that covers 24-200mm, One-push EVF, 180-degrees tiltable LCD monitor
Still Photography

Newly developed 1.0-type stacked 20.1 MP Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor with DRAM chip and latest generation BIONZ X™image processor
Alpha 9-level speed performance with up to 60 AF/AE tracking calculations per second and 20fps blackout-free shooting with AF/AE tracking
World leading[v] 357-point focal-plane phase-detection AF + 425-point contrast-detection AF with world’s fastestv 0.02 sec[vi] high AF speed
Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for humans and animals[vii]
ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm F2.8 – F4.5 Large Aperture High Magnification Zoom Lens
New ‘Single Burst Shooting’ Drive Mode at up to 90fps speed
Pro-level movie functionality including 4K HDR (HLG) , Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for movie shooting, 4K Active SteadyShot™,Vertical-position data recording for movies and integrated microphone jack
Video Features

4K in-body movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning in high bit rate XAVCS™xi
Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for video
4K Active SteadyShot that is 8x more effective than 4K Standard SteadyShot
Integrated Microphone input
Hybrid Log-Gamma (HDR) / S-Gamut3.Cine / S-Log3, S-Gamut3/S-Log3
Compatibility with ‘Movie Edit add-on’ from the ‘Imaging EdgeTM’ mobile application for movie stabilisation and editing
Vertical-position data recording for movies
Interval Shooting for stunning time-lapse videos
Super Slow Motion recording at up to 1000fps
180-degree flip screen for ease-of use whilst vlogging