Sony RX10 III - A bridge camera with a whole lot of class
A revamp of one of Sony’s most popular digital compact camera lines, is this RX10 III. A bridge model, the RX10 III will appeal to beginners not willing to take the plunge to an interchangeable lens model and to enthusiasts who are looking to simplify their kit for greater portability. Of the many enticing features, the most important would be the high-performance lens, a 25x optical zoom, 24-600mm equivalent with a maximum aperture rating of 2.4-4. This lens is a match for any subject near or far and importantly for any lighting condition, from first to last light.
Onboard for the capture of your all-important images is the excellent 1.0-type stacked CMOS sensor. Backside illuminated to enhance light-sensitivity, this sensor produces clean and clear results in dark conditions, while the stacked circuitry makes for faster processing times. The low light performance and processing speeds are further enhanced by the BIONZ X image processor. For tracking and maintaining sharp and accurate focus of your subjects, the RX10 III features Fast Intelligent AF. Optimised to perform with the camera's specific lens, this Autofocus makes it simpler than ever to track and trace a moving subject for premium end results.
The stills have been covered, but how does the RX10 III perform for videos? Unsurprisingly this camera shines, with Full Pixel readout and 4K resolution on offer, as well as a host of professional ready features, such as s-gamut/s-log2, clean HDMI output, Gamma display assist and more. The XAVC S format results in the incredibly clean capture of fine details lending your movies with a more professional, cinematic quality.
Much of the success of a bridge camera of this type is its ability to walk the fine line between a point and shoot model and a DSLR. The Sony RX10 III has this covered, with enough automatic functionality to facilitate the beginner and enough hands on functionality to satisfy more advanced users. Much of this functionality stems from ring controls, holding focus and getting a firmer more comfortable grip on the camera. Viewing and composing is a pleasure through the XGA OLED electronic viewfinder, which in theory should lead to an increase of beautifully composed images.
Other Key Features
- 14fps Continuous shooting
- Built in Wi-Fi and NFC
