Broad zoom range from a pocket-size camera
The built-in ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24–200 mm20 F2.8-4.5 zoom lens covers a broad zoom range equivalent to two standard zoom lenses (24–70 mm and 70–200 mm), all in a very compact size. It’s configured with 8 aspherical lens elements with 13 aspherical faces to achieve maximum resolution, clarity and contrast across the entire zoom range and all the way out to the edge of the image. Four of Sony’s original AA (advanced aspherical) elements help minimize spherical, coma and chromatic aberrations.
A new image sensor that delivers new levels of performance
The newly developed Exmor RS™ 1.0-type stacked CMOS image sensor works in tandem with the latest BIONZ X™ image-processing engine to deliver powerful levels of performance. The result is fast, Blackout-free Shooting21 at up to 20fps22 and Single Burst Shooting23 at up to 90fps. Reliable AF/AE tracking is possible thanks to rapid arithmetic processing at 60 times/sec.22 to predictively track subject motion, and the electronic viewfinder and LCD monitor also benefit, with improved image quality24 and smooth 60fps display during shooting.
Up to 20fps fast, Blackout-free Shooting with AF/AE tracking
Now you can rely on Blackout-free Shooting21 at up to 20fps,22 complete with AF/AE tracking, so you won’t lose track of a moving subject even at telephoto range. Precise, reliable AF/AE tracking is based on high-speed arithmetic processing at up to 60 times per second22 during continuous shooting. (A) Blackout-free Shooting (B) Shooting with blackouts
Ultra-fast 0.02-sec. AF with 357 phase-detection points
The fast, highly accurate autofocus can achieve a remarkable 0.02-sec.25 acquisition speed, the world’s fastest26, to capture fleeting moments with precision. A total of 357 focal-plane phase-detection AF points covering approx. 68% of the image area—the most in the world26—work in conjunction with 425 contrast-detection AF points and High-density AF Tracking Technology to follow even erratically moving subjects reliably.
Real-time Tracking to maintain steady focus on your subject
For the first time in the RX series, Real-time Tracking is supported. When you’re tracking a fast-moving subject, the camera’s motion tracker uses a sophisticated subject recognition algorithm (AI)27 that draws on color, pattern (brightness), distance (depth) and face/eye information to automatically recognize and maintain focus on your subject. During continuous shooting, the camera relies on AF calculations at up to 60 times/sec.22 to maintain high-accuracy tracking even as the subject’s position changes moment by moment. Tracking can also be initiated through touch operation, for both stills and movies.
Up to 90fps speed Single Burst Shooting to capture decisive moments
A new high-density Single Burst Shooting mode23 is available to capture true split-second action. You can take seven still shots in rapid succession at shooting speeds equivalent to 90fps, 60fps or 30fps by pressing the shutter button. Both JPEG and RAW formats are supported and the self-timer can be used. [1] 90fps (0.011 sec.) [2] 7 photos
Extraordinary image quality and low noise
The 20.1 MP29, 1.0-type stacked CMOS image sensor uses back-illumination technology for increased light-collection efficiency. The standard ISO range is 100-12800, expanded to ISO64 and ISO80 for stills. In conjunction with the processor, it delivers high perceived resolution, low noise, highly accurate color reproduction and natural skin tones.
Soft Skin and other effects to widen your creative options
The camera offers a range of special effects for your photos. Soft Skin mode reduces small facial wrinkles and skin dullness while preserving the clarity of the subject’s eyes and mouth, and Beauty Effect can be used on images that are already shot. Auto HDR results in a higher dynamic range, reproducing gradations in brightness and contrast that are close to what the human eye perceives. A range of Creative Style and Picture Effect options helps you create unique images.
Enhanced Real-time Eye AF for better portraits and pet photos
Real-time Eye AF detects and focuses on the eyes of your subjects, even when part of the face is hidden, the face is backlit or the subject is looking down. With up to 60 AF calculations per second22, the RX100 VII’s AF enables powerful continuous shooting and stunning portrait shots through precise focusing on your subject’s eyes — person or animal28. For human subjects, activating Real-time Eye AF simply requires a half-press of the shutter button.
Anti-distortion shutter with silent shooting option
The Anti-distortion electronic shutter achieves speeds as fast as 1/32000 sec., while fast data readout from the image sensor reduces distortion for fast-moving subjects. You can also mute the camera’s shutter31 in noise-sensitive scenes, such as candid portraits and animal photos, to avoid distracting shutter clicks and capture subjects in a natural state.
4K HDR (HLG) video recording
When shooting 4K (QFHD resolution: 3840 x 2160) movies32 33 the RX100 VII uses full pixel readout, without pixel binning, and 1.7x oversampling to provide outstanding resolution with reduced moiré and jaggies. The XAVC S video format32 supports high-bitrate recording (max. 100 Mbps) and, 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.
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