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Sony DSC-RX10 III
61209
Main info
- 20,1 megapixel 1" Exmor RS CMOS sensor
- 25× optical zoom lens (24 – 600 mm)
- 4K UHD 3840 × 2160 25p video recording
- Electronic viewfinder, tiltable display
- Integrated WiFi & NFC connectivity
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24–600mm f/2.4–4 large-aperture optical zoom lens
The first 25× optical zoom lens in a RX series camera features 24–600mm extra-wide-angle to ultra-telephoto zoom range in a bright f/2.4-4 lens; Super-ED glass, ED glass and aspherical lens elements to maintain excellent image resolution, contrast and quality; and nine-blade aperture unit for outstanding depiction of bokeh background.
Exmor RS™ stacked CMOS image sensor with 20.1 effective megapixels
A large 1.0"-type Exmor RS CMOS image sensor with 20.1 effective megapixels achieves more captivating results, thanks to a stacked architecture that expands and speeds up signal processing, back illumination technology to increase light collection efficiency and reduce noise in shots taken at up to ISO 12 800, and attached DRAM chip for faster large-volume output that in-camera 4K super slow motion recording requires.
Continuous shooting at up to 14 fps without blackout
High-speed readout of the image sensor’s 20.1 effective megapixels of imaging data makes continuous shooting at a rate of up to about 14 fps possible with reduced blackout. This makes it easier to shoot great moments and expressions at their height nearly instantaneously. High-precision automatic autofocus tracking is operational even during continuous shooting at up to 5 fps.
Fast Intelligent AF in just 0.09 sec.
Along with great zoom coverage up to 600 mm, the RX10 III features 0.09-sec high-speed AF. By assessing the subject even before the shutter button is pressed halfway, the system’s subject detection algorithm accurately predicts the proper point of focus, upon which the camera focuses as soon as the button is pressed.
Anti-Distortion shutter for fast and silent shooting
The rolling shutter phenomenon distorts images of fast moving subjects. The RX10 III can suppress it when shooting at up to a shutter speed of 1/32 000 sec. Ensuring that you can capture sharp, undistorted images of sports such as tennis. Plus its electronic shutter can operate silently, allowing you to shoot concerts, wildlife, and other subjects without disturbing the environment.
BIONZ X™ image processing engine
To faithfully reproduce and fine-tune detail and texture, this image processor works with the lens and Exmor RS stacked-type image sensor to handle approx. 20.1 effective megapixels of data with great speed and precision. Diffraction reduction to maintain image clarity even at smaller aperture settings and area-specific noise reduction according to image area characteristics also help to maintain high image quality.
Optical SteadyShot™
Optical image stabilisation technology developed exclusively by Sony is especially valuable for handheld still and movie shooting, especially in low light or at the ultra-telephoto end of the zoom range up to 600 mm. This system is equivalent to a 4.5-stop faster shutter speed, and prevents camera blur to ensure smooth, stable framing and shooting.
XGA OLED Tru-Finder™
With high magnification (0.70×), contrast and resolution, this electronic viewfinder displays great depth. The equivalent of approx. 2.35 million dots on display reproduce rich tones and colours even in dark areas, for realistic images that match the high quality of the final recording. ZEISS T* Coating significantly reduces surface reflection from the sun and other light sources.
Versatile, user-friendly, reliable operation
Lens manual rings for focus, zoom and aperture provide comfortable, adaptable control, especially as you look through the viewfinder. Multi Interface (MI) Shoe makes it easy to connect flash units, microphones and other accessories. Dust- and moisture-resistant sealant and construction of operating parts allow the camera to withstand rugged conditions.
Zoom Assist
When you lose track of a moving subject while framing (which often occurs in ultra-telephoto shooting), press and hold down the C (custom) button to which Zoom Assist is assigned to trigger Zoom Assist function’s automatic zoom-out. Find and frame up the subject again, then release the button, and the camera automatically zooms back in to the original focal length, so you can resume shooting the subject.
4K movie recording
4K movies can be recorded with full pixel readout and no pixel binning, for the ultimate image resolution with less moiré and jaggies. A high-speed front-end LSI that supports image processing greatly reduces “rolling shutter” (diagonal skewing) distortion that is commonly seen in video footage of fast-moving subjects.
Super slow motion up to ultra telephoto
It’s easy to create super slow motion movies. Turn the mode dial to HFR (High Frame Rate) mode. Choose among 960/1000fps, 480/500fps, and 240/250fps (NTSC/PAL), frames-per-second rates for shooting exceptionally clear, smooth close-up action at up to 40× the ordinary frame rate for movies, according to the speed at which the subject moves. In Quality Priority mode, image quality approaches Full HD quality at 240/250fps, and HD quality at 480/500fps.
Clean HDMI Output
The camera supports not only uncompressed movie recording on external recording equipment — it also lets you output such high-quality movies for real-time viewing on an external monitor, so you can confirm focus and other details more clearly while recording in-camera.
S-Gamut/S-Log2
Gain flexibility to make more expressive movies in post-production. S-Log2 gamma curves feature wide dynamic range (up to 1300%) to reduce whiteout and blackout in the colour grading process.
XAVC S/AVCHD movie formats
With high-bit-rate XAVC S format, which is based on the XAVC format that’s highly reputable among professionals, serious moviemakers can record high-quality 4K and Full HD movies with minimal compression noise at maximum bit rates of 100 Mbps and 50 Mbps, respectively. The RX10 III also offers you options to easily record, edit and share AVCHD format movies.
One-touch remote/ One-touch sharing
One-touch remote makes your smartphone or tablet a viewfinder/remote control. One-touch sharing transfers photos/videos to your device for SNS sharing. Just install a PlayMemories Mobile™ app via Wi-Fi to your NFC-enabled Android device, then touch the device to the camera to connect them. No NFC? No problem, as new QR code compatibility can also pair the devices.
Remote Camera Control
Download and install a Remote Camera Control application on a computer in order to change camera settings, shoot images, and otherwise operate the camera from the computer via USB connection of the camera to the computer. The image data recorded on the camera will be stored directly.
The first 25× optical zoom lens in a RX series camera features 24–600mm extra-wide-angle to ultra-telephoto zoom range in a bright f/2.4-4 lens; Super-ED glass, ED glass and aspherical lens elements to maintain excellent image resolution, contrast and quality; and nine-blade aperture unit for outstanding depiction of bokeh background.
Exmor RS™ stacked CMOS image sensor with 20.1 effective megapixels
A large 1.0"-type Exmor RS CMOS image sensor with 20.1 effective megapixels achieves more captivating results, thanks to a stacked architecture that expands and speeds up signal processing, back illumination technology to increase light collection efficiency and reduce noise in shots taken at up to ISO 12 800, and attached DRAM chip for faster large-volume output that in-camera 4K super slow motion recording requires.
Continuous shooting at up to 14 fps without blackout
High-speed readout of the image sensor’s 20.1 effective megapixels of imaging data makes continuous shooting at a rate of up to about 14 fps possible with reduced blackout. This makes it easier to shoot great moments and expressions at their height nearly instantaneously. High-precision automatic autofocus tracking is operational even during continuous shooting at up to 5 fps.
Fast Intelligent AF in just 0.09 sec.
Along with great zoom coverage up to 600 mm, the RX10 III features 0.09-sec high-speed AF. By assessing the subject even before the shutter button is pressed halfway, the system’s subject detection algorithm accurately predicts the proper point of focus, upon which the camera focuses as soon as the button is pressed.
Anti-Distortion shutter for fast and silent shooting
The rolling shutter phenomenon distorts images of fast moving subjects. The RX10 III can suppress it when shooting at up to a shutter speed of 1/32 000 sec. Ensuring that you can capture sharp, undistorted images of sports such as tennis. Plus its electronic shutter can operate silently, allowing you to shoot concerts, wildlife, and other subjects without disturbing the environment.
BIONZ X™ image processing engine
To faithfully reproduce and fine-tune detail and texture, this image processor works with the lens and Exmor RS stacked-type image sensor to handle approx. 20.1 effective megapixels of data with great speed and precision. Diffraction reduction to maintain image clarity even at smaller aperture settings and area-specific noise reduction according to image area characteristics also help to maintain high image quality.
Optical SteadyShot™
Optical image stabilisation technology developed exclusively by Sony is especially valuable for handheld still and movie shooting, especially in low light or at the ultra-telephoto end of the zoom range up to 600 mm. This system is equivalent to a 4.5-stop faster shutter speed, and prevents camera blur to ensure smooth, stable framing and shooting.
XGA OLED Tru-Finder™
With high magnification (0.70×), contrast and resolution, this electronic viewfinder displays great depth. The equivalent of approx. 2.35 million dots on display reproduce rich tones and colours even in dark areas, for realistic images that match the high quality of the final recording. ZEISS T* Coating significantly reduces surface reflection from the sun and other light sources.
Versatile, user-friendly, reliable operation
Lens manual rings for focus, zoom and aperture provide comfortable, adaptable control, especially as you look through the viewfinder. Multi Interface (MI) Shoe makes it easy to connect flash units, microphones and other accessories. Dust- and moisture-resistant sealant and construction of operating parts allow the camera to withstand rugged conditions.
Zoom Assist
When you lose track of a moving subject while framing (which often occurs in ultra-telephoto shooting), press and hold down the C (custom) button to which Zoom Assist is assigned to trigger Zoom Assist function’s automatic zoom-out. Find and frame up the subject again, then release the button, and the camera automatically zooms back in to the original focal length, so you can resume shooting the subject.
4K movie recording
4K movies can be recorded with full pixel readout and no pixel binning, for the ultimate image resolution with less moiré and jaggies. A high-speed front-end LSI that supports image processing greatly reduces “rolling shutter” (diagonal skewing) distortion that is commonly seen in video footage of fast-moving subjects.
Super slow motion up to ultra telephoto
It’s easy to create super slow motion movies. Turn the mode dial to HFR (High Frame Rate) mode. Choose among 960/1000fps, 480/500fps, and 240/250fps (NTSC/PAL), frames-per-second rates for shooting exceptionally clear, smooth close-up action at up to 40× the ordinary frame rate for movies, according to the speed at which the subject moves. In Quality Priority mode, image quality approaches Full HD quality at 240/250fps, and HD quality at 480/500fps.
Clean HDMI Output
The camera supports not only uncompressed movie recording on external recording equipment — it also lets you output such high-quality movies for real-time viewing on an external monitor, so you can confirm focus and other details more clearly while recording in-camera.
S-Gamut/S-Log2
Gain flexibility to make more expressive movies in post-production. S-Log2 gamma curves feature wide dynamic range (up to 1300%) to reduce whiteout and blackout in the colour grading process.
XAVC S/AVCHD movie formats
With high-bit-rate XAVC S format, which is based on the XAVC format that’s highly reputable among professionals, serious moviemakers can record high-quality 4K and Full HD movies with minimal compression noise at maximum bit rates of 100 Mbps and 50 Mbps, respectively. The RX10 III also offers you options to easily record, edit and share AVCHD format movies.
One-touch remote/ One-touch sharing
One-touch remote makes your smartphone or tablet a viewfinder/remote control. One-touch sharing transfers photos/videos to your device for SNS sharing. Just install a PlayMemories Mobile™ app via Wi-Fi to your NFC-enabled Android device, then touch the device to the camera to connect them. No NFC? No problem, as new QR code compatibility can also pair the devices.
Remote Camera Control
Download and install a Remote Camera Control application on a computer in order to change camera settings, shoot images, and otherwise operate the camera from the computer via USB connection of the camera to the computer. The image data recorded on the camera will be stored directly.
Sensor
Effective megapixels
20.1
Megapixels
20 megapixels
Sensor size
1.0" type
Sensor type
Exmor RS CMOS
Sensor size
1.0"
13.2 × 8.8 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
Full frame
No
Crop factor
2.7×
Aspect ratio
3 : 2
16:9, 4:3, 1:1 aspect ratio available
16:9, 4:3, 1:1 aspect ratio available
Largest image size
5472 × 3648
Smallest image size
2736 × 1824
Imaging processor
BIONZ X
ISO
100 – 12 800
1/3 EV increments
Expandable to ISO 64
1/3 EV increments
Expandable to ISO 64
Filters
Primary color filter
Colour space
sRGB
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
Lens
Lens type
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T*
Focal length
24 – 600 mm
Optical zoom
25×
Aperture
f/2.4 – 4.0
Filter thread
72 mm
Image stabiliser
Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
Sony OSS (Optical SteadyShot™)
Focusing
Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus modes
Single
Continuous
Manual
Direct manual
Continuous
Manual
Direct manual
Manual focus assist
Focus Peaking
Focus lock
Yes
Can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
Can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
Focus point selection
Multi-are (25 points)
Center
Spot
Flexible spot
Manual
Center
Spot
Flexible spot
Manual
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Focus distance
0.03 m – ∞ (wide)
0.25 m - ∞ (tele)
0.25 m - ∞ (tele)
Close focus distance
5 cm
Exposure metering
Metering
TTL metering
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
Center weighted average
Spot
Exposure compensation
±3 EV
1/3 EV increments
1/3 EV increments
Exposure bracketing
1/3 or 2/3 EV increments
3 frames
3 frames
Shutter
Electronic shutter
Yes
Electronic front curtain shutter
Yes
Shutter speed
1/3200 – 30 sec
Bulb
1/32 000 – 30 sec (electronic shutter)
Bulb
1/32 000 – 30 sec (electronic shutter)
Shooting
Exposure modes
iAuto
Superior Auto
Scene
Program
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual
User (3)
Superior Auto
Scene
Program
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual
User (3)
Scene modes
13
Drive modes
Single
Speed priority
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Iseavaja portree
Self timer continuous
Speed priority
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Iseavaja portree
Self timer continuous
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
14 fps
JPEG+RAW
Yes
White balance
White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent (4)
Flash
Color temperature
Manual
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent (4)
Flash
Color temperature
Manual
Movie recording
Video recording
4K UHD 3840 × 2160
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[4K UHD] 3840 × 2160 30p/25p
Other formats
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 120p/100p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60p/50p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60i/50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 30p/25p
[HD] 1280 × 720 30p/25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60p/50p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60i/50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 30p/25p
[HD] 1280 × 720 30p/25p
Slow motion video
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 240p/250p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 480p/500p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 960p/1000p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 480p/500p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 960p/1000p
Bitrate
[4K UHD] 100 Mbps (VBR)
[FullHD] 100 Mbps (VBR)
[FullHD] 28 Mbps (AVCHD)
[FullHD] 100 Mbps (VBR)
[FullHD] 28 Mbps (AVCHD)
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone
File types
JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF 2.0
MPF
DCF 2.0
MPF
RAW
ARW 2.3
Movie format
MP4 (Video: XAVC S (H.264/MPEG4-AVC); Audio: Linear PCM stereo)
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital AC3 stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AC3 stereo)
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital AC3 stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AC3 stereo)
Viewfinder
Viewfinder
Electronic
Viewfinder type
OLED
Screen dots
2 359 296
Viewfinder size
0.39"
Coverage
100%
Magnification
0.59×
Dioptre correction
-4 – +3
Depth of field preview
Yes
LCD monitor
Display type
XtraFine TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
1 228 000
Articulation
Tiltable
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Adjustments
Brightness (5 levels)
Live View
Yes
Storage
Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC (UHS-I)
SDXC (UHS-I)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
SDHC (UHS-I)
SDXC (UHS-I)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Flash
Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
1.0 – 10.8 m (wide)
1.0 – 6.5 m (tele)
1.0 – 6.5 m (tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Rear curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Rear curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Flash exposure compensation
±2 EV
1/3 EV increments
1/3 EV increments
External flash
External flashguns with ADI / Sony TTL support
Hot shoe
Yes
Interface
USB
microUSB 2.0
Video
microHDMI (Type D)
Sound
3.5 mm microphone input
3.5 mm headphones out
3.5 mm headphones out
Remote controller interface
Sony Multi-Terminal
Remote control
Via connected smartphone
Sony remote commander RM-VPR1
Sony remote commander RM-VPR1
Wireless
WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
NFC
Yes
Other connections
Multi Interface Shoe
Features
GPS
No
Electronic level
Yes
Panorama
Yes
HDR
Yes
Time lapse
No
Power source
Battery
NP-FW50 lithium battery
Battery life
420 shots (CIPA)
Body
Weather sealing
Dustproof and weatherproof
Color
Black
Height (mm)
94
Width (mm)
132.5
Depth (mm)
127.4
Weight (body only)
1051 g
Weight (with battery and memory card)
1095 g
Package contents
Lithium battery NP-FW50
microUSB cable
Shoulder strap
AC adapter AC-UB10
Lens cap
Lens hood
User manual
microUSB cable
Shoulder strap
AC adapter AC-UB10
Lens cap
Lens hood
User manual
Dimensions and weights
Gross weight
1.899 kg
Net weight
1.4 kg
Product codes
EAN
4548736037724
Manufacturer code
DSCRX10M3.CE3
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