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The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 is a full-frame compact camera with a fixed 35mm F2 lens. The camera features a 36 x 24mm CMOS sensor and a leaf shutter for near-silent operation. It includes a manual aperture ring and dedicated exposure compensation dial for direct manual control. It can also capture video at frame rates of up to 1080p60 and includes a series of video-friendly features.
With a list price of $2800, the RX1 will probably be out of the reach of most photography enthusiasts but If it lives up to its promise, the RX1 could easily become a classic, used by photojournalists and other working pros who need a small, flexible camera with excellent image quality.
| Body type | Compact |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| Effective pixels | 24.3 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.8 x 23.8 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 35 mm |
| Optical zoom | 1× |
| Lens mount | None |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,229,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
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| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70 mm (4.45 x 2.56 x 2.76″) |
| GPS | None |
The RX1 is a small camera capable of astonishing image quality. Its handling marries classic camera ergonomics with a couple of cyber-shot quirks but it's still a lovely camera to shoot with. If a fixed 35mm lens will fulfill any of your shooting requirements, then there's nothing to touch the RX1.
Good for: The best image quality of any carry-able camera.
Not so good for: Fast action or anyone looking for flexibility. Video shooters.
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