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| RX100 VI |
Sony, a worldwide leader in
digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer – has
announced another exciting model for their popular Cyber-shot RX100 series of
compact cameras, the RX100
VI (model DSC-RX100M6).
The innovative new RX100 VI camera is the first of all the
RX100 models to include a high magnification zoom lens, as it packs in an
impressive ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm1 F2.8 – F4.5 lens yet
doesn’t sacrifice the pocket-size portability, fast responsiveness and high
image quality that has become the hallmark of Sony’s RX100 line-up. It’s
extensive zoom, impressive image quality and versatility for both still images
and video make it an ideal choice for capturing daily life, cityscapes,
portraiture, sports, wildlife and everything in between.
The new model is equipped with a
20.1 MP 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor with DRAM chip and an
upgraded BIONZ X™ image processing system with a front-end LSI that maximizes
processing speed and optimizes image quality in all shooting environments. Additionally, the RX100 VI features an incredibly efficient Fast Hybrid AF system
with 315-point phase-detection AF points on the sensor that can acquire focus
in as little as 0.03 seconds3, the world’s fastest2 AF
acquisition time for 1.0-type sensor cameras.
It can also shoot at up to 24 fps5 at full resolution with
continuous AF/AE tracking and produces beautiful 4K8 video with full
pixel readout and no pixel binning.
NEW HIGH-MAGNIFICATION 24-200MM ZOOM LENS PLUS OUTSTANDING IMAGE QUALITY
A first for Sony’s RX100 series
of cameras, the new ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mmi F2.8 – F4.5 lens packs the
power of both 24-70mm and 70-200mm1 focal lengths into a singular
compact design. This is achieved thanks
to its unique design featuring two ED (extra-low dispersion) aspherical glass
elements and eight aspherical lens elements including four AA (advanced
aspherical) lenses. All pieces work
together seamlessly to deliver outstanding sharpness from corner-to-corner at
all focal lengths, maintaining the acclaimed image quality of the RX100 series.
The impressive new lens on the RX100 VI maintains a large aperture
throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring portraits can be created with
beautiful background defocus, fast moving subjects can be captured with crisp
focus and no blurring, and much more. Additionally, the lens has built-in
Optical SteadyShotTM image stabilization that is equivalent to a
4.0-stop6 faster shutter speed, helping to prevent camera shake or
blurry images even in a low-light condition or at telephoto zoom range.
LIGHTNING-FAST AF PERFORMANCE AND SHOOTING SPEEDS
The new RX100 VI model features a Fast Hybrid AF system that ultimately
allows the camera to lock focus in as little as 0.03 seconds3. This innovative AF system combines the
respective advantages of 315-point focal-plane phase-detection AF points that
cover approximately 65% of the sensor and contrast-detection AF. This high speed focusing complements the
versatile 24-200mm1 range of the lens, ensuring all subjects can be
captured with precise detail and clarity.
Additionally, a first for the
RX100 series of cameras, the RX100 VI
includes Sony’s advanced High-density Tracking AF technology, which
concentrates AF points around a subject to improve tracking and focus
accuracy. The popular Eye AF technology
is also available with approximately 2x the tracking performance of the current
RX100 series model[1]. Further, the camera has LCD touch focusing
and touchpad focus point control for users that would like to drag their
fingers to ideal focus points of their choice.
An ideal complement to the AF
system, the RX100 VI offers
continuous high-speed shooting at up to 24 fps5 with full AF/AE
tracking, with an impressive buffer limit of up to 233[2]
images. The display lag of the EVF has
been substantially reduced compared to prior models, allowing shooters to
capture the decisive moment with ultimate confidence. Also, for convenience during image playback,
continuously shot images can be displayed in groups instead of individual
shots.
The RX100 VI also has a high speed Anti-Distortion Shutter (maximum
shutter speed of up to 1/32000 second) that reduces the “rolling shutter”
effect commonly experienced with fast moving subjects, and can shoot completely
silently in all modes, including continuous high speed shooting, when
electronic shutter is engaged. A
mechanical shutter mode is also available as well if required by the user.
ADVANCED MOVIE CAPABILIES INCLUDING 4K HDR
The pocket-friendly RX100 VI is packed with a variety of
video capabilities that will satisfy even the most demanding video
enthusiasts.
With Fast Hybrid AF, the
focal-plane phase-detection AF points ensures accurate focusing and tracking
performance, even for the severe focusing requirements of 4K7 movie
shooting. AF drive speed and AF tracking
sensitivity can also be adjusted via the menu system, giving shooters plenty of
flexibility based on their focusing preferences.
In 4K7 mode, the new RX100 VI utilizes full pixel readout
without pixel binning to ensure that all the finer details of 4Kvii video are
captured with minimal moire and ‘jaggies’.
For the first time in a
Cyber-shot camera, the RX100 VI
features 4K HDR8 compatibility thanks to its new HLG (Hybrid
Log-Gamma) picture profile that offers an instant HDR workflow solution. Additional professional calibre video
features include S-Log3/S-Gamut3, 120p Full HD mode, Picture Profile, proxy
recording and more. The RX100 VI is able to record super slow
motion video[3]
at either 240fps, 480 fps or 960 fps[4].
PREMIUM DESIGN, CONTROL AND CONVENIENCE
The new RX100 VI is equipped with a high-contrast 2.35 million dot XGA OLED
Tru-Finder™ with ZEISS® T* Coating, ensuring true-to-life image preview and
playback functionality. The EVF itself
retracts in and out of the camera body based on user preference, and can be
activated instantly by a single One-push Access button.
A first for Sony’s RX series, RX100 VI has a touch shutter that can
be activated by tapping the back LCD screen, a zoom lever with customizable
zoom speeds and an LCD that can be rotated 180 degrees upward or 90 degrees
downward for a variety of shooting angles for the creator. There is also a Monitor Auto OFF function
that boosts maximum number of still images by up to 30%, and the camera is also
Wi-Fi®, NFC™ and Bluetooth® compatible.
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
The new Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI compact camera will be
available in Malaysia from July 2018.
A variety of exclusive stories
and exciting new content shot with the new RX100
VI camera and other Sony products can be found at SonyAlphaUniverseMY,
Sony Malaysia’s community site built to educate, inspire and showcase all fans
and customers of the Sony α brand in Malaysia.
About Sony Malaysia
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. began
operations in Malaysia on 31 October 1973. The company specializes in
marketing, sales and services for a wide range of consumer electronics products
as well as broadcast & professional products and solutions. There are in
total of 2 Sony Stores and 47 Sony Centre outlets nationwide, which offering
consumers the latest Sony products and services.
About Sony
Corporation
Sony
Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, imaging, game,
communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer
and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and
online businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics
and entertainment company in the world. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales
of approximately $76 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2017. Sony
Global Web Site: http://www.sony.net/
[1] Compared
to the DSC-RX100M5. Sony test conditions
[2] With
"Continuous shooting mode: Hi" and "Image quality: Fine"
[3] Audio
recording is not available. A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card is
required
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