Sony's RX100 IV and RX10 II Cameras Bring Professional Imaging Experience to Acclaimed Cyber-shot RX Series
New Compact RX100 IV and High-Zoom RX10 II Models Boast World’s First Stacked 1.0 type CMOS sensor with a DRAM memory chip, 40x Super Slow Motion Capture, 4K Video Shooting, High-speed Anti-Distortion Shutter and more
NEW YORK, Jun. 10, 2015 – Sony – a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer (1) - has today announced two of the most advanced, versatile Cyber-shot
cameras ever to come to market, the compact RX100 IV (model DSC-RX100M4)
and high-zoom RX10 II (model DSC-RX10M2) cameras.
The two new models both feature the world’s first 1.0 type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor2 with
advanced signal processing and an attached DRAM memory chip. The high
speed signal processing and DRAM memory chip work together to enable
more than 5x faster readout of image data3 and are
responsible for a variety of standout features that have previously been
available in only a select few professional-level video cameras. These
impressive capabilities include 40x super slow motion video capture at
up to 960 fps4,5, an ultra-fast Anti-Distortion Shutter with a maximum speed of 1/32000 second, high resolution 4K movie shooting6 and more.
“Utilizing Sony’s decades of expertise in digital imaging, we’ve made
it possible for everyday customers to enjoy a professional imaging
experience with the new RX100 IV and RX10 II cameras. With the power of
the world’s first 1.0-type Stacked CMOS sensor packed into a compact,
portable body, these new cameras bring the excitement and creativity of
high frame rate shooting, 4K recording and a variety of other
pro-quality features to a whole new audience.” said Kimio Maki, Senior
General Manager of Digital Imaging Business Group for Sony Corporation.
Kelly Davis, Vice President of Digital Imaging for Sony North
America, added “The new RX100 IV and RX10 II models make a strong
statement for Sony, as they break through all existing boundaries of
compact cameras and will allow professionals, hobbyists and enthusiasts
to capture images and video that they never before thought were
possible.”
Up to 40x Super Slow Motion Shooting
A first for Sony consumer cameras, the new RX100 IV and RX10 II both
have the ability to record super slow-motion video at up to 40x slower
than the standard rate, allowing users to capture and replay fleeting
moments of action with incredible detail, resolution and clarity.
Prior to shooting, users will have the ability to choose among
960fps, 480fps and 240 fps frame rates and among 60p, 30p and 24p
playback formats4,5 to optimize the recording to fit the
speed of the moving subject, with the option to use the movie record
button as a ‘start trigger’ to begin recording once button is pressed or
‘end trigger’ to record footage up until the button is pressed. The
‘end trigger’ mode lets shooting begin 2 to 4 seconds before the movie
button is pressed, enabling shooters to capture the decisive moment with
much more consistency and accuracy. For reference, two seconds of movie
footage shot at 960 fps and 24p would take about 80 seconds to play
back.
High Speed Shutter, High Speed Shooting
The impressive speed and power of the 1.0 type stacked Exmor RS CMOS
sensor with an attached DRAM chip allows the new RX100 IV and RX10 II to
perform exceptionally well while capturing fast-moving subjects.
Specifically, it’s fast processing capability results in continuous
speeds at up to 16 fps on the RX100 IV and up to 14 fps on the RX10 II
for an extended period of time.
Additionally, the ultra-fast readout of the image sensor is
responsible for the high speed Anti-Distortion Shutter (maximum speed of
1/32000 second), which allow the new cameras to capture sharp, crystal
clear images with a wide open aperture at brightness levels up to EV197.
It also minimizes the “rolling shutter” effect commonly experienced
with fast moving subjects. This allows photographers and videographers
to capture beautiful content with sharply focused subjects and defocused
backgrounds under some of the most difficult, bright lighting
conditions.
High Precision Direct 4K Movie Recording
The new RX100 IV and RX10 II models are the first Cyber-shot cameras
to offer the advantages of 4K (QFHD 3840×2160) movie recording6.
The cameras utilize full pixel readout without pixel binning to ensure
that all the finer details of 4K video are captured with minimal moire
and ‘jaggies’. These high-quality results are achieved through use of
the XAVC S codec, which records video at a high data rate of 100 Mbps
during 4K recording and 50 Mbps during full HD shooting6.
The capacity for shooting 4K differs slightly on each of the two
cameras, as the more professionally styled RX10 II can shoot 4K video at
extended lengths (up to 29 minutes in the US), while the more casual,
pocket-friendly RX100 IV can shoot 4K clips at up to about 5 minutes in
length. Additional professional caliber video features on both of the
new cameras include Picture Profile, S-Log2/S-Gamut, and more.
Both cameras also have advanced dual video recording functionality,
allowing shooters to capture 16.8 MP still images during 4K video
recording in any of 11 different composition patterns simply by pressing
the shutter button.
Versatility in Design, High Speed AF
The new RX100 IV maintains the compact, pocket-sized design of the
RX100 family, and has a ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm (35mm equivalent)
F1.8-F2.8 lens, while the new RX10 II maintains the same body design as
the original RX10 and has a ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm (35mm
equivalent) F2.8 lens.
Each of the cameras is equipped with a new high-contrast XGA OLED
Tru-Finder™ with approximately 2.35 million dots of resolution, ensuring
true-to-life image preview and playback functionality. The RX100 IV
maintains the convenient retractable EVF with ZEISS® T* coating from the
RX100 III model that debuted last year.
Both of the two new models feature an upgraded Fast Intelligent AF
system that enables high-speed, high-precision contrast detection of a
moving subject in as little as 0.09 seconds8. Sony’s
proprietary AF algorithm allows them to recognize and lock-in on a
subject with a simple half-press of the shutter button at a much more
efficient rate compared to previous models. The new cameras are also
Wi-Fi® and NFC™ compatible and can access Sony’s growing range of PlayMemories Camera Applications. Learn more at www.sony.net/pmca.
Aesthetically, both of the new models feature a variety of
customizable controls and buttons to fit any shooter’s style. The RX10
II adds dust and moisture resistance as well.
There is also a new stylish soft carrying case for, model LCS-RXG,
that has been introduced. Made of quality natural leather and available
in brown and black colors, it is an ideal complement to the sleek
designs of all the RX100 series cameras including the new RX100 IV
model.
Pricing and Availability
The new Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV (model DSC-RX100M4) compact and RX10
II (model DSC-RX10M2) high-zoom camera will be available this July for
about $1000 and $1300, respectively. Pre-sales for each model will begin
on June 17th.
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