The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Digital Camera is a versatile
and advanced point-and-shoot featuring a large 20.1-megapixel 1" Exmor RS
CMOS sensor to produce high-resolution still imagery and 4K video. This
sensor's construction utilizes a stacked backside-illuminated design to improve
clarity and image quality when working in dimly-lit conditions as well as to
increase its sensitivity to a native ISO 12,800. By completely placing the
camera's photodiodes over the sensor's processing structure, the light-gathering
ability of the Exmor RS CMOS sensor is further improved over previous
backside-illuminated devices and faster image processing capabilities are added
as well. 16 fps of continuous shooting is made possible as well as UHD 4K movie
recording with the option of Super Slow Motion frame rates of up to 960 fps.
Also benefitting the performance of this sensor is the BIONZ X image processor,
which helps to produce images with smooth quality and tonal gradations.
To make ultra-high definition video captures
convenient, short 4K clips of up to five minutes can be recorded with no line
skipping or pixel binning as well as with minimal moiré and visual aliasing.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Digital Camera is NTSC and PAL switchable,
while utilizing the XAVC S format to maximize high-bitrate shooting up to 100
Mbps for professional-quality video. When recording, creative potential is
further extended with the ability to capture Super Slow Motion High Frame Rate movies
at up to 40x slower than real time. These slow motion clips are recorded at 960
fps, 480 fps, or 240 fps and can then be played back at 1920 x 1080, in 60p,
30p, or 24p, when the camera is set to NTSC. For PAL, slow motion clips are
recorded at 1000 fps, 500 fps, or 250 fps and can then be played back at 1920 x
1080, in either 50p or 25p. While recording at video resolutions lower than 4K,
such as Full HD 1920 x 1080p, video clips up to 29 minutes in length can be
saved.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV Digital Camera's
enhanced Exmor RS CMOS sensor also helps to supplement the camera's top
mechanical shutter speed of 1/2,000. It does so by enabling electronic shutter
speeds of up to 1/32,000 second which minimizes distortion caused by
"rolling shutter" which can become apparent when shooting fast moving
subjects. Additionally, this high-speed shutter provides the ability to shoot
photos with defocused backgrounds even while using large aperture settings
under very bright lighting conditions. This is achieved by a combination of the
1/32,000 second electronic shutter speed and a built-in, three-stop ND filter
that allows photos to be shot under extremely bright light at a maximum of EV19
with a fully open aperture setting. The built-in Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 2.9x
zoom lens provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 24-70mm, covering
wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives to suit working in a wide variety of
environments. An f/1.8-2.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low lighting
and controlling focus throughout the zoom range. Optical SteadyShot image
stabilization is also available to help minimize the appearance of camera shake
when working in dimly-lit conditions and with greater zoom magnifications. The
lens also features a Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating, which helps to reduce
surface reflections, lens flare, and ghosting in order to produce imagery that
is rich in contrast and clarity.
Complementing the imaging capabilities of the RX100
IV is a sleek body design featuring both an electronic viewfinder and an LCD
screen. The 0.39" 2,359k-dot SVGA OLED Tru-Finder has provides a bright,
clear means for eye-level viewing. It features a unique pop-up mechanism that
helps to maintain the compact form factor of the camera when carrying or if
preferring to work with the rear screen. The 3.0" 1,229k-dot Xtra Fine LCD
incorporates WhiteMagic technology for easier visibility in bright conditions
and its tilting design permits greater usability from high, low, and
front-facing angles. Furthermore, built-in Wi-Fi connectivity with NFC allows
instant image sharing to, as well as remote camera control and monitoring from,
linked mobile devices.
20.1 MP 1" Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Image Processor
The large 20.1-megapixel 1" Exmor RS CMOS sensor features stacked
backside-illuminated technology to enhance its low-light capabilities over
previous designs to a native ISO 12,800 while still retaining vivid clarity. By
placing its photodiodes between the rear of the lens and sensor's underlying
processing structure, the light-gathering ability of the Exmor RS CMOS sensor
is further improved over previous backside-illuminated devices and faster image
processing capabilities are added as well. 16 fps of continuous shooting is
made possible as well as UHD 4K movie recording with the option of Super Slow
Motion frame rates of up to 960 fps. Also benefitting the performance of this
sensor is the BIONZ X image processor, which helps to produce images with smooth
quality and tonal gradations.
UHD 4K Video Recording
Ultra-high definition video capture is made convenient with the ability
to record short 4K clips of up to five minutes with no line skipping or pixel
binning and with minimal moiré or visual aliasing. The XAVC S format is
utilized to maximize high-bitrate shooting up to 100 Mbps for
professional-quality video. When recording in either the NTSC or PAL video
standard, creative potential is further extended with the ability to capture
Super Slow Motion High Frame Rate movies at up to 40x slower than real time.
These slow motion clips are recorded at 960 fps, 480 fps or 240 fps and can
then be played back at 1920 x 1080, in 60p, 30p, or 24p when the camera is set
to NTSC. When set to PAL, slow motion clips are recorded at 1000 fps, 500 fps,
or 250 fps and can then be played back at 1920 x 1080, in either 50p or 25p. At
resolutions below 4K, including Full HD 1920 x 1080p, movies up to 29 minutes
in length can be saved.
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
The built-in Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens provides a 35mm-equivalent focal
length range of 24-70mm, covering wide-angle to portrait length perspectives to
suit working in a wide variety of shooting conditions. An f/1.8-2.8 maximum
aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions throughout the
entire zoom range and also enables greater control over focus placement for
shallow depth of field imagery.
Nine aspherical elements, including two AA (advanced aspherical) elements, are
incorporated into the lens design to minimize chromatic aberrations throughout
the zoom range to benefit creating sharp, clear imagery. The lens also features
a Zeiss T* anti-reflective multi-layered coating to help minimize lens flare
and ghosting in order to produce imagery with rich contrast and color
neutrality.
Benefitting the 2.9x reach of this lens, as well as supporting working in
difficult lighting conditions and with longer shutter speeds, is Optical
SteadyShot image stabilization, which helps to offset the effects of camera
shake. Additionally, a neutral density 0.9 filter is incorporated into the
camera's design, which provides a reduction of three stops in exposure to
enable working in bright conditions with wider aperture settings and for
greater control over how subject movement is rendered.
Camera Design
Within the compact design of the RX100 IV is both a high-resolution
electronic viewfinder and a large rear LCD monitor. The 2,359k-dot SVGA OLED
Tru-Finder EVF provides a bright, clear means for eye-level monitoring, which
is well-suited to critical compositions and working in bright conditions. It
features 100% frame coverage, and a unique pop-up mechanism. Alternatively, a
3.0" 1,229k-dot Xtra Fine LCD screen is also available and features a
tilting design (180° up, 45° down) to benefit working from high, low, and
front-facing angles. WhiteMagic technology has been applied to the LCD's
design, too, to increase effective brightness for easier viewing in bright
lighting.
For intuitive, SLR-like adjustments over a variety of camera settings, a manual
control ring surrounds the lens and features a smooth, click-less design for
quick and quiet changing of settings. The ring can be assigned to control a
variety of features, at different values, such as zoom, aperture, and Picture
Effects. A step-zoom feature can be utilized, too, to allow instant switching
between commonly used focal lengths.
Super-Speed Anti-Distortion Electronic Shutter
While a mechanical shutter featuring a top shutter speed of 1/2,000
second is suitable for most subjects, an electronic shutter provides the
ability to capture at 1/32,000 second. This minimizes distortion caused by
"rolling shutter" which can become apparent when shooting fast moving
subjects. This high-speed shutter also provides the ability to shoot photos
with defocused backgrounds even while using large aperture settings under very
bright lighting conditions. This is achieved by a combination of the 1/32,000
second shutter speed and a built-in, three-stop ND filter which allows photos
to be shot under extremely bright light at a maximum of EV19 with a fully open
aperture setting.
Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity enables instant transferring of imagery to
mobile devices for direct sharing online to social networking, via email, and
to cloud storage sites. NFC (Near Field Communication) is also supported, which
allows for one-touch connection between the camera and compatible mobile
devices, with no complex set-up required. Once connected, the linked mobile
device can also display a live view image on its screen and, using Smart Remote
Control, remotely control the camera's shutter release.
Additionally, PlayMemories Camera Apps are also supported via the built-in
Wi-Fi connection, and allow you to personalize the camera's features depending
on specific shooting styles. Apps are available to suit creating portraits,
detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot, and other specific types
of imagery.