How's the RX-100 Miii? Should I?

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My spouse has a NEX-7 but she wanted something smaller for travel. I did not want to see her getting a P&S (because of my concerns about IQ) and she wanted a viewfinder. After looking at the G1x, some of the Fuji line, the Nikon J and the Olympus PEN, she really liked the size of the Sony RX-100iii. To my hands, it does seem small but she feels it is a good fit for her. Some nice small cameras would require an add-on viewfinder which does level the "cost playing field" a bit. Anyone have some first-hand experience with this camera that can share their thoughts? I do think I understand the limitations but it does seem to take some really nice images.

Thanks.
 
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Re: How's the RX-100 Miii?

Thanks, Dylan. Very close to pulling the trigger, the more I look at reviews. Hoping to get some feedback (even though this is a Canon forum ::) ::)
 
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"Not going to wait for the rumored PowerShot with the 1" sensor?" - Neuroanatomist

I looked long and hard at the present Canon lineup. There are many things to like about the G1x and if the sensor gets bigger (and presumably "better"), this may be a great little option. I even wanted to get her to try my Eos-M but she is looking for something without interchangeable lenses that will go into a pocket or purse. And, her trip is coming up within a few weeks. A friend has a Fuji, but my wife feels that is tooo big for what she wants.

"You might find and older Mark II for less now too??" - LetTheRightLensIn

I looked into that. But, she wants a viewfinder and by the time you add the optional (and pricey) viewfinder to the Mkii, it costs as much if not more than the Mkiii.

I know some of you have raved about the IQ of the RX-100. The Mkii has a bit less reach than the i and ii. I had her try my camera with a simulated 24-70 experience and she thinks that is fine. How's the noise on the Mkiii. The lens is faster but how's the IQ at 3200 or 6400?

I really do appreciate everyone's comments. I've thought about this for a few days and your input is helping me with this decision.
 
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JPAZ said:
My spouse has a NEX-7 but she wanted something smaller for travel. I did not want to see her getting a P&S (because of my concerns about IQ) and she wanted a viewfinder. After looking at the G1x, some of the Fuji line, the Nikon J and the Olympus PEN, she really liked the size of the Sony RX-100iii. To my hands, it does seem small but she feels it is a good fit for her. Some nice small cameras would require an add-on viewfinder which does level the "cost playing field" a bit. Anyone have some first-hand experience with this camera that can share their thoughts? I do think I understand the limitations but it does seem to take some really nice images.

Thanks.
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I thought the RX-100 was a P&S, just like my G1X MK II.

It sounds like a very nice camera but some people are put off by its lack of portrait focal lengths. If the 24-70mm equivalent focal length works for her, its a really good choice for a small camera. It wasn't a acceptable focal length range for me, so I upgraded my G1X to the MK II.

As noted, the Rx100 II's are still around and have a longer zoom while still being tiny.
 
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The RX100 Mkii is a lovely little camera. You can probably pick the viewfinder up for not a lot now, and the quality for such a tiny package is astounding. I got the Mkii for a slightly better zoom range than the Mkii, basically I thought that if I needed the speed of the Mkiii I would be using my main camera (5Diii), this is really for those times when that is too big - and I know that is a different scenario for your wife.

The EOS M is cheap as chips now as well. Not as small, but an interesting experience. Obviously no viewfinder and in bright sun that is a bit of a problem. But worthy of attention.

Good luck

Richard
 
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Should be delivered tomorrow. After my wife watched many a video review and seeing the size (and hearing how well the little guy does from the perspective of IQ), we went for it. Suspect I;ll order the grip (or a generic one anyway) and will try it out.

Thanks for all the input.
 
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JPAZ said:
RLPhoto said:
This would have been a killer camera but no Hot Shoe anymore. :'(
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We talked about that. She has NEVER used the hot shoe on her NEX so I don't think it will be a problem.
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I tried the EVF at a store and Its really good. Well worth the trade for the hotshoe but someday, maybe we could have both.
 
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JPAZ said:
Should be delivered tomorrow. After my wife watched many a video review and seeing the size (and hearing how well the little guy does from the perspective of IQ), we went for it. Suspect I;ll order the grip (or a generic one anyway) and will try it out.

Thanks for all the input.
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I wouldn't put any kind grip on that beauty.

My wife LOVES her(was mine until she shoots with it) RX1.
 
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Mt Spokane Photography said:
JPAZ said:
My spouse has a NEX-7 but she wanted something smaller for travel. I did not want to see her getting a P&S (because of my concerns about IQ) and she wanted a viewfinder. After looking at the G1x, some of the Fuji line, the Nikon J and the Olympus PEN, she really liked the size of the Sony RX-100iii. To my hands, it does seem small but she feels it is a good fit for her. Some nice small cameras would require an add-on viewfinder which does level the "cost playing field" a bit. Anyone have some first-hand experience with this camera that can share their thoughts? I do think I understand the limitations but it does seem to take some really nice images.

Thanks.
Click to expand...

I thought the RX-100 was a P&S, just like my G1X MK II.

It sounds like a very nice camera but some people are put off by its lack of portrait focal lengths. If the 24-70mm equivalent focal length works for her, its a really good choice for a small camera. It wasn't a acceptable focal length range for me, so I upgraded my G1X to the MK II.

As noted, the Rx100 II's are still around and have a longer zoom while still being tiny.
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The RX100 is way smaller than the G1X, the G1X isn't really a pocket camera, at that point I'd just use my 5D3 instead.
 
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#17
Just got the little guy. It is pretty slick but small (I know....that's what the appeal was). Just fooling around and the IQ seems fine. She wanted the grip so I put the overpriced little grip on it and she is very happy. Been fooling around with some settings. Have not tackled Wifi, yet. Who knows? I might get jealous watching her whip out this little camera while I am holding my 5Diii with a big lens.

Should I be worried about the metal blades that cover the lens when the camera is turned off? They seem pretty fragile and I almost want to put a lens cap over them.
 
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#18
I bought the Rx100 III, to join me on fishing trips, where an SLR becomes a bit bulky. IQ is surprisingly good and it provides all the controls you would normally want on your SLR. Low light performance is also better than I had expected. Only problem is that it has been confiscated by my wife. I sold her 7D (misjudged when the 7DII would be available) and, after using the Rx100 on a trip to France, she concluded that it fills 90% of her needs. And it fits her purse …
 
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My wife has RX100, shoots in raw+jpeg...


Should contain EXIF information.
 

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