markwilliam1

Any thoughts about upgrading this fine camera from Sony users only? Doesn’t have much reach I believe 28-100mm but very fast f1.8 lens! I’m getting a GAS attack reading about the newest versions of this RX100 camera but the lenses aren’t as fast for low light I think. I bought an adapter for the M2 to hold 52mm filters and have a polarizer. Think that lowers the f range right? I also own the Sony RX10M4 to cover more range with a f2.4 lens but not pocketable by any means. What y’all think

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

The Sony RX100 series pocket camera are among the very best. And very sharp. They are up to model #7 now, at about $1200. A little high priced IMO, and the focal range is 24-200mm. The model #2 has a 28-100mm focal range. Not a distant range, but fine for street photography, or indoor shots not requiring a long focal range. You already have the best Bridge camera, the Sony RX10iv, with a 600mm maximum focal range. You can get a maximum 720mm focal range from another Sony pocket camera. The DSC-HX80 (JPEG only). That camera won't break the bank either.

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

That's the problem with reading new reviews of a camera you own...makes you want to go out and buy one. One thing nobody can argue about though, is the images they produce.

markwilliam1

Images from the HX80 aren’t the best that’s why it’s cheap. Your quoting stats! I’m looking for Sony hands on users. Have you used #7?

markwilliam1

I believe the RX100 M7 is a variable f2.8/4.5 lens that would make it very slow in low light conditions.

ricardo00

I had the Sony RX100 m1, then got the model 3 and then when that one died (fell in a puddle) chose the model 5b even though the model 6 had the longer reach and was out when I chose the 5b. I chose the m5b because of its better low light capability. Unfortunately, you have to chose, longer reach with less low light ability and not as wide. If I was thinking of buying a Sony RX100m5b today, I might be just tempted to get an iPhone 11pro instead of the Sony! Though I do love the eye focus ability of the Sony when photographing the grandkids. A couple recent photos with my Sony RX100m5b from a trip to Yellowstone:

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

I recently picked up the RX100 VII a few weeks ago. It was a bit spendy, for sure, but it was also worth it. I have no regrets getting this camera. The lens is slower than the first 5 versions of the RX100, but it’s sharp and renders a very nice image. While on a cruise recently I took photos in bright light and indoors in poor light, and it did a good job. I’m not too worried about the f/4.5 at the long end of the lens as I don’t anticipate using it at 200mm indoors in low light anyway. It handles high ISO setting quite well, up to about 1600. After that images can start to get a little soft and lose some razor sharp definition. I don’t pixel peep, so again, not a big issue. If the earlier models had a longer lens, say, to 120mm, I might have gone that route, but I like more than just 70mm of reach. In any case, I really like the version 7 and if you feel it’s within your budget, I recommend it highly.

Here’s a couple I took with it. View in download for best quality.

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par4fore Loc: Bay Shore N.Y.

Sony RX100 m4 is my choice. For reach, I crop these 20mp images.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

When I go on vacation I only take a Sony HX99 and the Sony RX100 M2. The Sony RX100 M2 is my favorite RX camera for one reason only, I can mount a SONY HVL-F60M flash unit on it. I can turn the head so it aims up and behind me for beautiful flash results.
The RX100 II is the only RX 100 model that offers a flash shoe.
Yes the new RX100 has a 24-200 lens, but you already have the RX10M4 for reach, what you need is a SONY HVL-F60M flash unit for your RX100 II. If you get one, private message me and I will give you some things you can do to up your flash game.
Good luck and keep on shooting until the end.

markwilliam1

Thanks Bill but I rarely use a flash in Nature photography. I did get a Lensmate adapter so I can now use filters on my M2 especially my CLP! I’ll look into the flash.

Toment Loc: FL, IL

I used the RX 100 miii then finally decided to try the mvi for the reach, giving up the f. Stop.
THEN they came out with the mvii a few weeks later...urggghh
GAS is great, I think the the vii is probably worth the change for you. Good low light and reach.
I love the vi, it’s a capable camera and fun to use. When I come back from a trip, I have trouble seeing the difference between my a6500 and 100mvi photos. Amazing quality for the size..

mikegreenwald Loc: Illinois

I’ve had an Rx100 since the first model appeared. One was lost, then MII, now MVII.
The low light capability of the MVII is greatly mitigated by the low noise of relatively high ISOs, at least up to 1600. I find I rarely need to go above ISO 400, because the image stabilization is good too.
The biggest weakness is the brain behind the camera.

lwerthe1mer Loc: Birmingham, Alabama

I am torn between my RX100vi and my a7iii. RX100 is so easy to carry and takes great photos, but it’s controls are small and cumbersome, and the pop-up flash is difficult to use in bright sunlight. My only problem with my a7iii is its size and weight.

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

What I like about the RX100M7 is the convenience. It’s got pretty much everything that the A7III has, but in a smaller package, and you don’t have to change lenses. As far as the lens being “slow,” f/2.8 isn’t particularly slow, and f/4.5 isn’t bad either, as the M7 handles higher ISO settings well. Consider that Sony’s interchangeable lenses, for the most part, are f/3.5 at the best unless you want to spend mega bucks on their high end lenses.

As far as flash goes, I wonder if it’s possible to use a flash mounted on an L-bracket, and plugged into the charge port on the side of the RX100. That idea just came to me, so I haven’t had a chance to research that yet. It’s a novel concept, though.

By the way, I’ve done some comparisons between the M6 and the M7, and I don’t see a whole lot of difference between the two. The price on the M7 has gone up $100.00, so there is now a $200.00 difference, and were I to be buying one now, I’d opt for the savings and get the M6. Some of the upgrades to the M7 may not even be useful to the average guy who doesn’t sell their photos or compete in shows. I don’t regret getting the M7, but if I were to do it again, I’d get the M6. Both are amazing cameras, and the M6 has a better rear screen display. Don’t know why Sony didn’t put the same screen on the M7. I think they dropped the ball in that regard.

chapjohn Loc: Tigard, Oregon

I have the RX100m2 because it has a hot-shoe. I can attach a flash. That is why I have stayed with the m2. I also mounted the filter adapter on it and a step-up ting to use a CPL on it