Sony A7RII or RX100VII (Page 8): I have a Ruggard belt-worn case that fits my RX100 VI perfectly for easier carrying and access. As for "easier to hold and operate" I found (thru B&H)...

rothphotog Loc: Orlando, FL

Red6 wrote:

I do not have a case for my RX100 iii, but I have read that some of the half-cases make it much easier to hold and operate.
Anyone with an RX100 used these types of cases?

I have a Ruggard belt-worn case that fits my RX100 VI perfectly for easier carrying and access. As for "easier to hold and operate" I found (thru B&H) a press-and-stick right-hand finger grip that works well.

jno

rothphotog wrote:

I have a Ruggard belt-worn case that fits my RX100 VI perfectly for easier carrying and access. As for "easier to hold and operate" I found (thru B&H) a press-and-stick right-hand finger grip that works well.

I use an Op/Tech soft case to hold my RX100vii, extra card, extra battery. A Peak Design hand strap is very useful and the case will hold it attached to the camera.

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

rothphotog wrote:

I have a Ruggard belt-worn case that fits my RX100 VI perfectly for easier carrying and access. As for "easier to hold and operate" I found (thru B&H) a press-and-stick right-hand finger grip that works well.

I have the stick on grip, amazing that it wasn't incorporated into the design for $1300!!! Does your case fit the camera only?

markwilliam1

PHRubin wrote:

I don't think you have enough range with your AR7Rii, 60mm isn't much. On a cruise just before the pandemic I took my DSLR with an 18-300 zoom for onboard and my Lumix DMC-ZS100 for shore excursions for portability. I found the 250mm end of the Lumix inadequate.

Unless it is really important to get top quality images, I'd vote for the RX100vii

Just what I thought! You don’t own this camera Do you? No response. It’s not cool to make negative comments on a camera that you do not own.

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

In response to the above, one of the cool features of the RX100VII (as well as other Sony cameras) is the Clear Image Zoom, or CIZ. It only works in JPEG, but allows you to effectively double the reach of the lens to 400mm eq. without noticeable loss of image quality. I have also owned Panasonic Lumix ZS models and they have the equivalent of Sony’s CIZ, called Intelligent Zoom. I think these are useful features if one doesn’t mind shooting in JPEG.

kymarto Loc: Portland OR and Milan Italy

SteveG wrote:

We're planning a trip to Portugal next year and I'm debating whether to take my full frame or my compact. What would you take with you? If it is the full frame, then is their one lens you would take with you? (I have a 28-60mm, 16-35mm). Or, is the Sony rx100vii sufficient for a trip to Europe? Looking forward to hearing your opinions!

I have an RX-100 and find it OK for normal touristy shooting, but really difficult if you want to do anything beyond point'n'shoot, especially in low light. If I were you I'd carry both, since the RX is so small and light. If you don't need it leave the FF in the room.

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

kymarto wrote:

I have an RX-100 and find it OK for normal touristy shooting, but really difficult if you want to do anything beyond point'n'shoot, especially in low light. If I were you I'd carry both, since the RX is so small and light. If you don't need it leave the FF in the room.

That is what I've decided. Bottom line, after weighing everyone's input, I've come to the conclusion that it would be best to take both. Maybe in another ten years the big guy will stay home but I can make a fairly small overall kit that won't break my back.

gwilliams6

Rick from NY wrote:

Gee professor - I’m sure glad you “straightened” m... (show quote)

I actually have owned and used both cameras extensively, along with many cameras from all major brands over the past 48 years as a pro, so my comments were not speculation, but based on actual experience in the field in dusty, dirty and wet environments.

Cheers and best to you.