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Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V Point & Shoot Camera

The Sony RX100 VA is a 20MP 1 inch compact camera — with 4K video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V Point & Shoot Camera

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V Point & Shoot Camera

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Camera Overview — Sony RX100 VA

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V is a compact point-and-shoot camera built around a 20MP 1-inch sensor and powered by a BIONZ X image processor. It covers an ISO range of 125 to 12800, giving photographers meaningful flexibility across lighting conditions. The autofocus system combines phase-detection and contrast-detection technologies under Sony's Fast Hybrid AF umbrella, with 315 phase-detection AF points plus 25 contrast-detection points.

Eye tracking and subject tracking are both supported, making it a capable option for capturing moving subjects in a pocket-sized body. For stills, the camera can burst at 24 fps with a buffer that holds up to 233 JPEGs, and a separate high-speed mode reaches 120 fps. Video recording tops out at 4K, with frame rate options spanning 24p, 30p, 60p, 120p, 240p, 480p, and 960p.

Color profiles for both photo and video include S-Log2, Standard, and several others. The body is constructed from aluminum alloy, measures 102 x 58 x 41 mm, and weighs 299g. A tilting 3.0-inch LCD with 1,229,000-dot resolution handles framing duties, backed by a pop-up OLED electronic viewfinder at 2,359,296 dots.

Optical image stabilization is lens-based. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and HDMI output. Storage is handled via SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) or Memory Stick Duo variants, and the camera runs on an NP-BX1 battery rated for 220 shots.

Key Features — Sony RX100 VA

20MP 1-Inch Stacked CMOS: The 1-inch stacked BSI-CMOS sensor delivers better image quality and dynamic range than typical compact sensors, especially in low light.

Fast Hybrid AF System: 315 phase-detection points combined with 25 contrast-detection points enable fast, accurate focusing across the frame, including moving subjects.

Eye and Subject Tracking: Real-time eye tracking and subject tracking help maintain focus on people and moving subjects without manual adjustment.

24fps Burst with 233-Shot Buffer: Sustained 24fps burst shooting with a buffer deep enough for extended sequences, plus a 120fps high-speed burst option for fast action.

4K Video with Slow-Motion: Records 4K at up to 30fps and supports high-frame-rate recording up to 960fps at lower resolutions for extreme slow-motion footage.

S-Log2 Color Profile: S-Log2 preserves greater dynamic range in video for more flexible color grading in post-production.

Camera Specifications — Sony RX100 VA

Sony RX100 VA full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesTravel, Studio, Macro
TypePoint and Shoot
Sensor1 inch
Resolution20MP
ProcessorBIONZ X
ISO Range125 – 12800
AF SystemPhase Detection, Contrast Detection, Hybrid (Phase + Contrast), Eye Detection AF, Face Detection AF
AF Points315 phase-detection AF points (plus 25 contrast-detection points)
Max Photo Resolution5472x3648
Burst Rate120fps fps
Max Video Resolution4K
Max Frame Rate120fps

Description — Sony RX100 VA

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V packs a 20MP 1-inch sensor and BIONZ X image processor into an aluminum alloy body measuring just 102 x 58 x 41 mm and weighing 299g. The ISO range runs from 125 to 12800, and lens-based optical image stabilization is built in. Sony's Fast Hybrid AF system draws on 315 phase-detection AF points and 25 contrast-detection points, with both eye tracking and subject tracking enabled.

Continuous shooting reaches 24 fps with a buffer capable of holding up to 233 JPEGs, and a high-speed mode pushes to 120 fps. Video tops out at 4K, with frame rate options that include 24p, 30p, 60p, 120p, 240p, 480p, and 960p. Both photo and video modes support S-Log2 alongside Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Portrait, Landscape, Black & White, and Custom profiles.

Framing is handled by a 3.0-inch tilting LCD at 1,229,000 dots or a pop-up OLED electronic viewfinder at 2,359,296 dots. A built-in pop-up flash is included. Wireless options cover Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, with HDMI output and USB connectivity also on board.

Storage uses SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) or Memory Stick Duo variants, powered by the NP-BX1 battery rated for 220 shots.

Pros — Sony RX100 VA

  • ✓Fast Hybrid AF with 315 phase-detection points plus 25 contrast-detection points for broad, reliable focus coverage
  • ✓High-speed burst shooting at 24 fps with a generous buffer of up to 233 JPEGs
  • ✓4K video recording with an extensive frame rate selection including 960p slow-motion

Cons — Sony RX100 VA

  • ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in rain or dusty environments
  • ✗Tilting LCD is non-touch, which reduces menu and focus-point interaction speed
  • ✗No microphone jack or headphone jack, restricting professional audio monitoring and input options

Reviews — Sony RX100 VA

Videos — Sony RX100 VA

Sony RX100 V - Review and Sample Photos — digiDirect

Frequently Asked Questions — Sony RX100 VA

What autofocus features does the RX100 V offer?+
The camera uses Sony's Fast Hybrid AF system, combining phase-detection and contrast-detection approaches. It provides 315 phase-detection AF points plus 25 contrast-detection points. Both eye tracking and subject tracking are supported.
What is the maximum burst rate and buffer size?+
The RX100 V can shoot continuous stills at 24 fps, with the buffer holding up to 233 JPEGs. A separate high-speed capture mode reaches 120 fps.
What video resolutions and frame rates are available?+
The camera records up to 4K and supports frame rates of 24p, 30p, 60p, 120p, 240p, 480p, and 960p. S-Log2 and Gamma Display Assist are available as video color profiles alongside Standard.
Does the RX100 V have a viewfinder?+
Yes, it includes a pop-up OLED electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2,359,296 dots. The camera also has a 3.0-inch tilting LCD at 1,229,000 dots, though the LCD is non-touch.
What wireless connectivity does the camera support?+
The RX100 V includes both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, along with USB and HDMI output. There is no USB-C port, and there are no microphone or headphone jacks.
What memory cards are compatible with the RX100 V?+
The camera accepts SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards (UHS-I) as well as Memory Stick Duo, Pro Duo, and Pro-HG Duo formats. It uses the NP-BX1 battery, which is rated for approximately 220 shots.

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