Sony DSC-RX100 Mark VII A +Sony VCT-SGR1 Handgrip

Sony DSC-RX100 Mark VII A

With the RX100 VII A (model DSC-RX100M7), Sony continues its award-winning RX camera series. The camera utilizes technologies developed for Sony’s Alpha 9 full-frame mirrorless camera. As a result, the RX100 VII A delivers professional-grade performance despite being a compact camera. At the heart of the new RX100 VII A are the newly developed 1.0-inch Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and the latest-generation BIONZ X image processor. They open up new dimensions in autofocus performance and speed that were previously only available on the Alpha 9. The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom lens (24–200 mm F2.8–4.5) offers great flexibility when shooting, making the RX100 VII A suitable for use in all shooting conditions.

Setting New Standards for AF Performance in Compact Cameras

The RX100 VII A is equipped with the world’s leading number of 357 phase-detection AF points and 425 contrast-detection AF points. Furthermore, thanks to optimized lens drive control, it achieves the world’s fastest AF speed of 0.02 seconds. The significantly improved AF/AE tracking performance during continuous shooting enables up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second and captures fast-moving subjects at up to 20 frames per second—allowing you to capture every moment quickly and sharply. Unrestricted Live View without blackout is possible with the new image sensor—even during continuous shooting at 20 frames per second. This matches the performance of the Alpha 9. In addition, the RX100 VII A is equipped with a new single-shot burst mode. This mode, combined with an anti-distortion shutter, enables perfect high-speed shooting in JPEG/RAW format. With the single-shot burst mode, you can capture fast-moving subjects—the camera takes 7 different shots when the shutter is released at 90, 60, or 30 frames per second, from which the user can then select the perfect image.
The RX100 VII is the first compact camera to feature precise real-time tracking and real-time eye autofocus. Real-time tracking utilizes the latest algorithm from Sony with AI-based object recognition. This ensures that subjects are always in focus, even when selecting a subject by touching the display. Real-time Eye AF is the latest version of Sony’s eye autofocus technology, which also uses AI to detect the subject’s eyes and process collected data extremely quickly. This optimizes the accuracy, speed, and tracking performance of Eye AF for both people and animals, allowing photographers to focus entirely on composing their shots.

A Little Film Wonder

The RX100 VII A is so compact and lightweight (approx. 302 g / 102 mm x 58 mm x 43 mm¹³) that it fits in any pocket and can be used even in places where other cameras are too large. Nevertheless, it offers a wide range of professional features for video recording, such as vlogging:

• Built-in 4K video recording with full-pixel readout without pixel binning at a high bitrate¹⁴ in XAVC S format

• Real-time tracking and real-time eye AF during video recording

• 4K ActiveSteadyShot, which is 8 times more effective than standard 4K SteadyShot

• Built-in microphone jack¹⁵

• Hybrid Log-Gamma (HDR¹⁶)/S-Gamut³.Cine/S-Log³, S-Gamut³/S-Log³

• Compatible with the “Movie Edit Add-on” feature, the Imaging Edge app add-on for smartphones, for enhanced image stabilization and editing during video recording

• Portrait-orientation recording for movies in Video mode¹⁷

• Interval shooting¹⁸ for breathtaking time-lapse videos

• Super Slow Motion¹⁹ recording at up to 1,000 frames per second

• 180-degree tiltable touchscreen for vlogging

“The RX100 VII A sets new standards for photo and video shooting with compact cameras, and we’re confident that its outstanding speed and excellent AF capabilities will be well received,” said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Director of Product Marketing at Digital Imaging, Sony Europe. “The camera offers the performance of the Alpha 9 in a pocket-sized format, so users can rely on it in any situation.”

Sony VCT-SGR1 Handle and Mini Tripod in One

This Sony grip is lightweight and compact, allowing you to take great photos with your Cyber-shot in any situation. The VCT-SGR1 can be converted into a mini tripod in an instant, enabling shake-free selfies and creative shots. The shooting angles can be flexibly adjusted, and thanks to various connection options, Zoom and shooting controls are located directly on the grip. The grip is ideally suited for both right- and left-handed users.