New Sony RX10 V Superzoom Bridge Camera Fights The Mirrorless Takeover
Sony has finally launched the RX10 V some nine years after the last-generation RX10 arrived. For photographers seeking an all-in-one companion that negates the need for interchangeable lenses, this latest powerhouse packs a 24-600mm equivalent f/2.4-4 ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens into a body the size of a Sony Alpha. The staggering price will likely raise an eyebrow or two, however.
While the core optics remain similar to its well-loved predecessor, the exterior has received quite the overhaul. Borrowing heavily from the Alpha mirrorless lineup, the camera features a larger grip, revised button layout, and autofocus joystick on the rear (reminiscent of the A7 V). A blackout-free 3.69-million-dot electronic viewfinder operating at 120 fps is also part of the upgrade. Additionally, battery life sees a nice 50% leap by moving to the larger NP-FZ100 cell, allowing for roughly 630 shots per charge.
The camera pairs the same 20-megapixel 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS...
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