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Sony - Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 20.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Average Customer Rating:
4.7
Rating breakdown 25 reviews
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
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1 Star
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100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Sony - Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 20.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Customer Rating
4
RX 10 Thoroughly Tested
on April 29, 2014
Posted by: baldfotoboy
After 5 months use on several assignments I have come to a fairly confident conclusion as follows:
Cons first: This is a motion picture camera first and foremost. The still image autofocus is nearly useless except for static subjects. Anything at the long end moving faster than a snail is hopelessly blurry until it stops moving or the camera hits a lucky spot. Conversely strange is the MOVIE mode autofocus is quite good- responding quickly to moving objects much better than many video camcorders I've used.
The slow zoom is a real hassle even when you don't need to zoom for the composition but want to focus-check it takes forever to extend all the way- even in the step mode. Don't plan on zooming at a sporting event. The color settings (WB) for stills are oddly MUCH yellower than the movie mode. Lastly the RAW Image Converter is so slow it's useless. I can't wait til Adobe comes up with the update for Camera Raw for this camera.
NOW THE PROS- It feels very comfortable and secure in your hand. Top-notch image stabilization, super,super sharp Ziess lens has excellent sharpness even for macro (though the aperture is a little less than a true 2.8 and looks to be about a 3.2 or so but still very useful across this wide zoom range), amazing AWB actually corrects the color even as review comes up. Video quality is superb and rivals cameras costing 3 times as much, very low noise in poor lighting conditions and as always with Sony's images the color is very clean, natural and convincing. Conclusion: Despite the still image focusing drawbacks it's still an awesome camera for thoughtful studio work, scenics, travel, portraits and is a very useful piece of equipment which will always be my constant companion!
Cons first: This is a motion picture camera first and foremost. The still image autofocus is nearly useless except for static subjects. Anything at the long end moving faster than a snail is hopelessly blurry until it stops moving or the camera hits a lucky spot. Conversely strange is the MOVIE mode autofocus is quite good- responding quickly to moving objects much better than many video camcorders I've used.
The slow zoom is a real hassle even when you don't need to zoom for the composition but want to focus-check it takes forever to extend all the way- even in the step mode. Don't plan on zooming at a sporting event. The color settings (WB) for stills are oddly MUCH yellower than the movie mode. Lastly the RAW Image Converter is so slow it's useless. I can't wait til Adobe comes up with the update for Camera Raw for this camera.
NOW THE PROS- It feels very comfortable and secure in your hand. Top-notch image stabilization, super,super sharp Ziess lens has excellent sharpness even for macro (though the aperture is a little less than a true 2.8 and looks to be about a 3.2 or so but still very useful across this wide zoom range), amazing AWB actually corrects the color even as review comes up. Video quality is superb and rivals cameras costing 3 times as much, very low noise in poor lighting conditions and as always with Sony's images the color is very clean, natural and convincing. Conclusion: Despite the still image focusing drawbacks it's still an awesome camera for thoughtful studio work, scenics, travel, portraits and is a very useful piece of equipment which will always be my constant companion!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
4
Great Product, Poor Marketing
on May 19, 2014
Posted by: hcsitas
This camera delivers great pictures, awesome zoom, true color, slick handling, weather resistance and head-turning looks. In other words, the RX10 does not disappoint. However, it's overloaded with stuff that many of us don't care for:
- poorly written paper manual
- NFC
- wireless
- tilting display
- in-camera charging plus an accessory to slide a wire through it. ??? Really, the only way to charge is with the so-called "optional" charger people. A must-have
- mediocre Sony software
- NFC
- wireless
- tilting display
- in-camera charging plus an accessory to slide a wire through it. ??? Really, the only way to charge is with the so-called "optional" charger people. A must-have
- mediocre Sony software
Together these extras probably add 200 grams and 400 bucks to the cost. Why can't Sony emulate Toyota, offer a base version and an LE version? But if they must take that 10% tip then please, at least throw in the leather case and optional charger.
Speaking of tips, the fastest, best way to offload photos to your computer is to slide the SD card out, into the PC, cut and paste.
Postscript: Don't compare with the RX100, the RX10 is an entirely different animal.
Response from sony.comBy Linda, Sony Support, May 29, 2014
Hi hcsitas,
Thank you for the feedback! I would be more than happy to forward your suggestions to the proper team. However, we do have an inspirations page that you can share your suggestions and ideas with other Sony users. Check it out: http://community.sony.com/t5/Join-the-Inspiration/idb-p/ideas
Nonetheless, I am glad to see you're enjoying your camera! -Linda
Thank you for the feedback! I would be more than happy to forward your suggestions to the proper team. However, we do have an inspirations page that you can share your suggestions and ideas with other Sony users. Check it out: http://community.sony.com/t5/Join-the-Inspiration/idb-p/ideas
Nonetheless, I am glad to see you're enjoying your camera! -Linda
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
4
Selfie Mode????
on September 14, 2014
Posted by: Bugs0809
The camera is awesome. I would have scored it 5 stars if it had an 180 - Twisting LCD. This camera would be sweet if it had that feature. I hope you guys fabricate a camera with those characteristics. Cheers.
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
3
Mediocre image quality
on July 4, 2014
Posted by: ProfessorBates
This camera has lackluster image quality for the price. The lens and other features are above average and the physical camera is a thing of beauty.
Response from sony.comBy Amanda, Sony Support, July 9, 2014
We certainly appreciate the feedback. Hope you're enoying your DSCRX10!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Posted by: Photoforfun
Verified Purchase:Yes
I normally never write reviews but the engineers need to be regonized for a job well done. from ergonomics to user interface every thing seems to be just right, if I had one complaint I would've wanted a wider angle lens. This is my personal preference some may want longer. Maybe adapters in the future? Finally I know purchasing a camera could be pretty overwhelming with so many options. I know there's reviews out there. But the combination of lens and 1 inch censor is just about right for photos and videos. If you're more interested in the videos I would look at Sony's 4k options
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
4
Great do everything camera.
on February 13, 2015
Posted by: CNJPHOTO
I have a full frame DSLR, but due to its size it's cumbersome to bring along for the day. The RX10 is perfectly sized and equipped to be a "take everywhere" camera. It's photos and videos are amazing. Only thing, is that it lacks video remote control when hooked up to Sony's Play Memories WiFi remote software. If you're going to make a camera WiFi equipped, it should allow you to control the video as well as the photo function. This camera's video is excellent, but it's limited without being able to be accessed via the camera's WiFi.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from sony.comBy Joffrey, SonySupport, February 14, 2015
Hi CNJPHOTO,
We do appreciate providing us these feed backs for the betterment of our product. We will pass this to the proper department. Thank you for your time and thanks for choosing Sony.
We do appreciate providing us these feed backs for the betterment of our product. We will pass this to the proper department. Thank you for your time and thanks for choosing Sony.
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Posted by: Anonymous
Verified Purchase:Yes
so far I've taken about 4500 pictures.
Pros: everything. What I like especially is the wifi feature. I take a few pictures every day showing the weather in our area. I then post the pictures on my web page which is on the upstairs computer. Removing the stick is a pain in the neck. So I appreciate that I can leave the camera downstairs, tell it to transmit the new (!!, another nice feature) pictures, and when I'm at the computer the pictures are already there.
Cons: I wish it had GPS which a number of cheaper cameras have
Pros: everything. What I like especially is the wifi feature. I take a few pictures every day showing the weather in our area. I then post the pictures on my web page which is on the upstairs computer. Removing the stick is a pain in the neck. So I appreciate that I can leave the camera downstairs, tell it to transmit the new (!!, another nice feature) pictures, and when I'm at the computer the pictures are already there.
Cons: I wish it had GPS which a number of cheaper cameras have
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Posted by: cyborg1
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am so happy about this camera is good resolution
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com