Booker

Am I the only one who finds it difficult to locate the many, various features of the RX10iii ? I usually purchase an after market book for a new camera, but the only one I've found (and purchased) is as thick as a phone book. And not the easiest to use.

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

A quick check of Amazon shows two books regarding the Sony RX10 III - one by Alexander White and the other, entitled “An Easy Guide For Beginners” by Scott Casterson. I have bought Alexander White’s book before and found him to be a clear writer regarding photographic gear. The title of the Casterson book makes it sound like you might find it more helpful at this moment. Both are relatively inexpensive in their Kindle editions. Good luck. /Ralph

dglphoto Loc: Lynnwood, WA

Gary Friedman is a photographer who writes books and gives seminars.

He sells a book on the Sony RX-10 IV available here http://friedmanarchives.com/RX10-IV/index.htm
Its $29.95 for a downloadable electronic version, $53.02 for a paper version in black and white and $124 for a paper version in color.

I don't know what differences are between the RX-10 iii and the RX-10 IV, but my guess would be that the number of differences is not great, though I could be wrong.

Gary Friedman has written many books about camera models and on his website you see current ones. I suggest you email him and ask if he has a book on the RX-10 iii in his archives. He might well have it.

I have several of Gary's books about other Sony models and I find that he writes well and clearly. I have also attended his seminars and found them to be exceptional. He keeps his seminars limited (about 30 to 40 in each class) so that he can answer every question from his audience. This is in contrast to big name photographers (e.g. Scott Kelby and others) who have hundreds of people in their seminars and yes they do answer questions but just how much info are you going to get when you are competing for time with hundreds of other people.

Here is a recent article Gary wrote about the Sony RX-10 II and RX-10 IV.
http://friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2017/11/one-amazing-incredible-camera-except.html#more

But back to the book. Gary's email is info@FriedmanArchives.com

Here is his website. http://friedmanarchives.com/

chkeith83

I have White's book, and it is, without doubt, one of the best camera books I have ever read. And yes, I have read is cover-to-cover. (Of course, I am one of those people who actually reads the manuals that come with equipment. Sony's is not particularly good!)

daldds Loc: NYC

My understanding is that the main difference between the III and the IV is in video capabilities.

Sendai5355 Loc: On the banks of the Pedernales River, Texas

I have White's book on the RX10III. I would have been completely lost without it.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

The hybrid AF on the IV is the reason I held out for it. Focus is aquired in .03 sec, making it suitable for action sports and wildlife. The other differences are a bit more subtle, but there just the same and certainly worth the extra $400.

Faster processor
Slightly better sensor for better high-ISO performance
315 focus points vs 25
24 fps burst speed with focus tracking
larger image buffer, can record 112 raw files @24fps compared to 29 @ 8 fps; can record 217 jpeg at 24 fps compared to 44 @ 14.2 fps
Limited touch screen capabilities (change focus points)
Three level of sensitivity more accurate focus peaking
Reorganized menu
Bluetooth that allows an app on your phone to record GPS data (makes it a great travel camera when you are visiting multiple locations in quick succession.
AF can be assigned to other buttons, so you can use it like a more advanced camera with back button focus.
In addition to face detection, it has eye-detect - which is extremely effective when doing portraits.

The MIII is already a great camera. The MIV improves on it.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

This guy has a bunch of great videos that I found helpful -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ5vnpgbdSQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-0FjKWBCoA

And this is his youtube channel

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCodu8e6VMhqL_l8Q2MNpdTQ

Deanie1113

I have for sale the White book. Mint condition -- $25 + $5 shipping. Looks like I never opened it and yes, I would have been lost without it.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

You couldn't ask for anymore from a Bridge Camera. While many feel it's an overpriced camera, $1700, (my last price check on it). The RX10iii and RX10iv, have been ranked as the best ever Bridge cameras, in many reviews that I have read.

47greyfox Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range

Another vote for Alexander White’s books. I have his guide for a couple Canon P&Ss and find them easy to understand and informative. For $8 in Kindle format, you can’t beat it.
https://www.amazon.com/Photographers-Guide-Sony-DSC-RX10-III-ebook/dp/B01IDMCY9Q/ref=la_B000API66K_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516717725&sr=1-6

JFleming Loc: Belchertown, Ma

In March I'm going to Costa Rica on a birding trip (not a photo excursion) and was wondering if the Sony RX-10 IV would serve me well in place of my D500 along with either my 100-400 sigma of 200-500 Nikon.
I don't own the Sony RX-10 IV but was considering buying one for this and/or other trips in the future.

Thanks for you advice -
John

bwana Loc: Bergen, Alberta, Canada

Simply take the time to work your way through Sony's manual for the camera. Works me, and it's free!

bwa

47greyfox Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range

I'm going on a CR photo workshop in February. The tour leader suggested everyone bring a DSLR plus 600m prime or comparable zoom. For me, that's a Sigma 150-600mm contemporary. We do 2-4 mi of light terrain hiking each day, which can take its toll on us "older" folks especially with a 12-15 lb backpack. Even though it's a "bring your biggest and finest" type event, I'm tempted to rent a RX-10 IV from Lensrentals for ten days at $142+$25 S&H plus bring a compact for macro stuff. Given its price point, $167 is not a bad learning opportunity. Additionally, at the end of the day, this body won't be as weary. Not to mention that it rips off at 24 fps. I didn't look for numbers but I also understand the AF is fast.