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# Wi-Fi + NFC connectivity 20.1MP 1-inch sensor 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 ZEISS lens DSC-RX100M3

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** 179387 kr
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your everyday moments with pro-level compact power — don’t just capture life, own it!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DSC-RX100M3 by sony
- **How much does it cost?** 179387 kr with free shipping
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Seamless Wi-Fi & NFC Sharing:** Instantly connect to your smartphone for one-touch image transfer and remote control, keeping you socially connected on the go.
- • **Pop-up OLED Electronic Viewfinder:** Frame shots with precision and stability using the high-res EVF that reduces shake and enhances composition.
- • **180° Tiltable 3" Xtra Fine LCD Screen:** Effortlessly shoot selfies, vlogs, or creative angles with a daylight-visible, multi-angle touchscreen display.
- • **Pro-grade 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor R Sensor:** Capture stunningly detailed images with back-illuminated sensor tech that excels in low light and reduces noise.
- • **Bright ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm Lens:** Achieve creamy bokeh and sharp zoom from wide-angle to portrait-ready telephoto with a fast f/1.8-2.8 aperture.

## Overview

The Sony RX100 III is a premium compact digital camera featuring a large 1-inch 20.1MP Exmor R sensor paired with a bright ZEISS 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8 zoom lens. It offers a pop-up OLED electronic viewfinder, a versatile 180° tiltable 3-inch LCD screen ideal for selfies and creative shooting angles, and advanced BIONZ X image processing for fast, high-quality stills and Full HD 1080p video. With built-in Wi-Fi and NFC, it enables effortless sharing and remote control via smartphones, making it the perfect blend of professional-grade imaging and portable convenience for the modern creative professional.

## Description

Product Description Absolutely stunning picture quality, compact enough to take anywhere. Now your photos maintain soft background defocus even when zoomed in with the improved f1.8-2.8 24-70mm Carl Zeiss lens. There's even a pop-up electronic viewfinder for eye-level framing and a 180 tilt screen for 20.1MP selfies. Lastly, the ultra-fast BIONZ X processor adds speed and accuracy for stills as well as beautiful HD video. WI-FI - Yes (IEEE802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz band)). From the Manufacturer Absolutely stunning picture quality, compact enough to take anywhere. Now your photos maintain soft background defocus even when zoomed in with the improved f1.8-2.8 24-70mm Zeiss lens. There's even a pop-up electronic viewfinder for eye-level framing and a 180ｰdegree tiltable screen for 20.1MP4 selfies. Lastly, the ultra-fast BIONZ X processor adds speed and accuracy for stills as well as beautiful HD video. Technology 20.1MP4 1-inch Exmor R SensorFeaturing a large 1.0” Exmor R CMOS image sensor. The back-illuminated technology doubles light sensitivity and combines with Sony’s Column A/D Conversion to reduce noise levels — a great help when photographing in dimly lit environments. Markedly reduced noise is evident even when high-sensitivity settings are used for capturing night landscapes or indoor scenes.ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 lensThe DSC-RX100 III sports an all new bright F1.8-2.8 Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 24-70mm zoom. The lens is perfect for portraits and macro shots with beautiful defocused - bokeh backgrounds. A premium multi-layered T* coating also dramatically reduces ghost and flare caused by light reflection.Built-in SVGA OLED viewfinder w/ Zeiss T* coatingView every scene in rich detail with the bright and retractable SVGA OLED Tru-Finder. The viewfinder faithfully displays what will appear in your recording, including the effects of your camera settings, so you can accurately monitor the results. The Zeiss T* coating enhances clarity and reduces flare and reflection in the eyepiece optics.Selfie-ready multi-angle 3" Xtra Fine LCD displaySelfies have never been easier with a beautiful 3” (1,229k dots) Xtra Fine LCD Display that rotates in multiple angles. This also makes it easy to photograph over crowds or low to capture pets eye to eye by swinging up and down approximately 180 degrees. Easily scroll through menus and preview your shot thanks to WhiteMagic technology that dramatically increases visibility in bright daylight. The large display delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies while enabling easy focusing operation.Versatile shooting w/ XAVC S2, AVCHD and MP4 codecs1The DSC-RX100 III records HD movies1 in the XAVC S2 format, which uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper. The highly compressed files allow extensive record times. With 50Mbps Full HD (1920x1080) 60p high quality video recording, XAVC S enables beautiful video recording with minimal compression noise even in scenes with a lot of movement. Linear PCM is adopted for audio compression. The camera also records in AVCHD, ideal for quality video for HDTV and Blu-ray Disc burning. Additionally, users can shoot the easily shareable MP4 HD video, ideal for web.Built-in ND filter for wider-ranging photographic expressionRealize a wider range of photographic expression with built-in 1/8 (3 EV steps) ND filter that allows exposure adjustment in bright scenes.HDMI clear output for uncompressed video recordings3Clear, uncompressed digital movie signal output can be transferred to an external monitor/recorder (connected via the HDMI terminal) simultaneously in real time from the RX100 III3. The shooting info display can be turned off for even cleaner views of such movies on an external monitor/recorder. Frame rates include 24p, 60p and 60i.Comfortable control ring for manual operationA unique control ring around the lens works in combination with an intuitive, displayed user interface for meticulous SLR-type control over settings that satisfies even the most fastidious users. The control ring can be assigned to adjust various features (at various values) from basics like zooming and aperture to creative functions like Picture Effect. Moreover, it turns smoothly and seamlessly, allowing quiet, click-free usage while shooting movies including a new step-zoom function that enables instant selection of commonly used focal lengths.Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi w/ NFCConnectivity with smartphones for One-touch sharing/One-touch remote has been simplified with Wi-Fi/NFC control. In addition to Wi-Fi support for connecting to smartphones, the DSC-RX100 III also supports NFC (near field communication) - providing “touch connection” convenience when transferring images to compatible Android smartphones and tablets. Users need only touch devices to connect; no complex set-up is required. Moreover, when using Smart Remote Control — a feature that allows shutter release to be controlled by a smartphone — connection between DSC-RX100 III and the smartphone can be established by simply touching devices.Enhance your camera with PlayMemories Camera Apps11Personalize your camera by adding new features of your choice with PlayMemories Camera Apps. Find apps to fit your shooting style from portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot and much more. Use apps that shoot, share and save photos using Wi-Fi that make it easy to control and view your camera from smartphone, and post photos directly to Facebook or backup images to the cloud without connecting to a computer. RX100 IIIRX100 IIRX100Sensor 20.1MP4 BSI-CMOS 20.2MP BSI-CMOS 20.2MP CMOS Processor Bionz X Bionz Bionz Lens focal range24-70mm 28-100mm 28-100mm Lens max apertureF1.8-2.8F1.8-4.9F1.8-4.9LCD (degrees of tilt) 3" tilting (180/45) 3" tilting (90/40) 3" fixed EVF Built-in Optional No Hot shoe No Multi-Interface No Max video bit rate 50MBps (XAVC S) 28Mbps (AVCHD) 28Mbps (AVCHD)Wi-Fi Yes, with NFCYes, with NFC No ND filter Yes No NoBattery life (CIPA) 320 shots 350 shots 330 shots Dimensions 102 x 58 x 41mm 102 x 58 x 38mm 102 x 58 x 36mm Weight 10.2oz 9.9oz 8.5oz1. Records in up to 29 minutes segments.2. Class 10+ SDXC memory card is required for recording in XAVC S3. HDMI cable sold separately4. Megapixel description changed due to CIPA guidelines. Sensors are the same across the DSCRX100, DSCRX100M2, and DSCRX100M3.11. Requires an active 802.11 Wi-Fi network (802.11n recommended) or PlayMemories Mobile app installed on compatible Android or iOS device. PlayMemories camera app requires download with existing Sony Entertainment Network account. Download available in all countries/areas where Sony Entertainment Network is available. Content is subject to change and may require fees. 2014 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Cyber-shot, Exmor R, Xtra Fine LCD, WhiteMagic, Blu-ray Disc and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Zeiss is a registered trademark of Zeiss, Inc. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

Review: An improved RX100M - (Update Dec 6th 2014) I highly recommend this book for the RX100M3 by Gary Friedman. I bought it and love it ([...]) I bought this camera because of its faster lens (f/1.8 to f2.8), which means, to me, more light entering onto the cameras sensor which, in turn, means to me slightly better images than previous models. Which translate to a shallower depth of field available. And that's exactly what I like and want in this model, and precisely why I bought it, even though I also have the previous M2 model. One thing I want to note here before I go on. The Aperture seems to move quite fast from 1.8 to 2.8 thru the smaller zoom range. In that, a case could be made that this lens is more of a steady 2.8 thru out the zoom range. So then what exactly did I get with this upgrade from my M2 to my new M3? Well, you've got the newer Bionz X processer. The new 180 degree LCD (for Selfies if you are so inclined). The pop-up EVF (which is an innovation in and of itself, and a help with image stabilization when pressed against my face). Zebra pattern and focus peaking which is available on my RX10 and now the M3. I feel the 24mm-70mm lens (though not the same reach as my previous M2 model - 28-100mm) is a good walk-around lens. And since I have been using this same zoom range for a long time on my DSLRs, I feel very comfortable with this zoom range in a very capable and now compact camera. When I use this for portraits at the long end of 70mm I expect to shoot mostly 1/2 to 3/4 body shots to full body shots. As opposed to the previous models zoom range of 28-100mm where I used it up to head and shoulder shots at the long end. This camera has the same Bionz X processor that Sony has in their A7 line of cameras (one of which, the A7R, that I have). That was another plus for me in buying this camera. As far as image stabilization, it is important to compact cameras today and thus, to me. And I find that holding the camera up to my face while using the EVF gives me the 'feel' of a more stabilized shot. And my pictures look better to me. This is important to me because now that I am in my 60's, try as I might, holding the M2 or my smartphone without an EVF - is not as steady as I'd like it to be or as I remember it was when I was younger. And I need image stabilization in lower light. And this EVF on my new compact M3 seems to provide that for me. The only 'unofficial' (perhaps non-technical) test I could do with this camera was to zoom it out to 70mm, and hold the shutter half-way to see how much 'lock' I had on the image. Then I tried it with my M2. My observation was that I did see an improved difference with the M3. There is a slight difference in camera size from the previous model (which I also have). The thickness of this model is about 2mm more. And the weight is about 8 to 9 grams more. What this also means in terms of fitting a leather case to it is that my previous models Sony leather case will not fit this camera. You're going to need the Sony LCJRXF/B Premium Jacket Case (Black). This new case will fit all previous models as well as this model. Just as the Sony LCJRXC/B Premium Jacket Case (Black) would only fit the M2 as well as the M1. Some people think that the case for the M2 will also fit the M3. It will not. I have tried it. I also recommend the custom camera grip by Richard Franiec (camera accessories by Richard Franiec). This goes for about 35$ and is worth its weight in gold - to me. It is far better than the Sony grip that I used on the M2 for 15$. Its made of metal (anodized aluminium) is sleek looking, feels good quality and solid, and gives you a good grip on the camera while still maintaining the cameras pocketability (because it doesn't protrude past the lens assembly). Of course with the camera grip added, the M3 will not fit in the Sony Leather camera case. So it is either one or the other. So to get around this I ordered another OP/TECH USA Soft Pouch Digital D-Micro (Black) for my M3 which I also have for the M2. And it fits great. If my review was any help with your decision to purchase, and I hope I was of some help, kindly choose 'Yes' in the comments section below. Thank You. Richard
Review: This is a great camera that takes fast pictures - This camera fits the bill for my needs and works perfectly. There are a few things about this camera that swayed me vs. the competition. I looked at many cameras before deciding which one to buy. The canon cameras which I was going to buy have a few problems that steer me from them, for example the Canon G7X does not accept aftermarket batteries and can only charge via a dock charger. I am not spending fifty dollars for a camera battery when the original runs out, I will use my old AA battery camera if I have to in that case. Many people report noise in videos from the mechanism on the canon cameras. This camera charges by USB and of course you have the option to use the dock charger of your choice if you wish, if you don't have a dock charger they are available cheaply here on desertcart. More options for charging is always better. The USB can charge with any android phone charger and mini USB cable. I tried several and they all work. Nikon is nice and everything but apparently those require a specific adapter to use so you will have to make room for that and the cable on your charging strips. I can verify that this camera takes aftermarket batteries just fine, and they are very cheap, in the tune of around five to ten dollars each. Since a single battery will likely last for at least a year or more at minimum that is a great value. A camera is useless with a bad battery or without a battery or one that does not function properly, so its pointless to buy something that won't accept aftermarket batteries especially with an item this expensive I expect the camera to last me many years. I don't mind if the battery doesn't show properly on the meter, I haven't gotten that far with the camera yet, its easy enough to change it out with a spare in a very short amount of time and keep right on shooting. This is a fast camera, that means it takes a snapshot very quickly, therefore it would be ideal for real world use and families with kids, there is very little lag time between when you hit the button and when the picture is taken. I don't think you can find a faster camera of this size. If you need to catch something quickly, this is your camera. Its easy to use, I had no problem adjusting to it. The flash seems to be made out of metal which is good, the hinges are metal which is good. You do have to flip the flash up with a switch and push it back down manually. I recommend using a light touch on this, as it does feel delicate but I don't think I will have a problem with that, again the hinges are made of metal so it should last. The flash can be angled if you hold it in the position you want to keep it in while shooting the picture, not that difficult to do if you need to do it. Some people might need this feature so I am mentioning it here. The Sony RX100 MK2 has a tilting screen but cannot tilt into the selfie position making it pretty pointless in my opinion (I spent a long time trying to figure this one out so I figured I would write it here). If you want a camera that tilts into the selfie position you must buy this one, the MK3 or one of the newer versions. The original Sony RX100 doesn't have a tilting screen at all. The screen on the MK3 does tilt down about halfway as well. The screen feels delicate but the hinges are made of metal so again, they should be fine. Just use a light touch on it and you should be fine. I haven't tried the viewfinder much yet but it does pop up when you hit the button or switch, when you put the viewfinder down the camera turns off, might be minor thing for some people. I guess my only complaint is the grip accessory, its just too expensive. Its a NEEDED accessory and at $14 its literately a 2 inch piece of rubber with some adhesive on the back. Its easily the most expensive accessory I ever bought ever for anything. But I guess if someone is buying a camera that costs $700+ then an extra $14 isn't that big of a deal.... Update: I have to update this, this camera takes video with absolutely stunning quality, that is the only way to describe it, when playing the video back, it looks like you are actually there. I have never seen a camera produce such stunning video and I highly doubt there are many cameras on the market that can produce a video like this camera can. This camera captured my summer memories perfectly. The camera is sturdy and the battery lasts a long time, it got me through an entire day at a theme park where I took many pictures and made many videos and still had a little bit of battery left at the end of the day. You can probably take 200 photos easy and film a bunch of short videos and you will still have life left. I filmed a 10 min video and it held up great. I also filmed a couple local bands and even at night with bright lights the video was absolutely stunning. It works great in low light and indoors.

## Features

- Digital Zoom - 5.8
- Video Capture Resolution - FHD 1080p

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00K7O2DJU |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F1.8 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
| Auto Focus Technology | Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 25 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,174 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #341 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 14 Bit |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | AC-UB10 AC Adapter, Micro USB Cable, NP-BX1/M8 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.6V, 1240mAh), Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III Digital Camera, Strap Adapter, Warranty, Wrist Strap |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 lens |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphones, Computers, External Displays, External Recorders |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony Alpha |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, NFC, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (658) |
| Digital Scene Transition | False |
| Digital Zoom | 5.8 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1228800 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Effective Still Resolution | 20.1 MP |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture Priority, Automatic, Manual, Shutter Priority |
| File Format | JPEG (Exif v2.3, DCF v2.0), Raw (Sony ARW v2.3) |
| Flash Memory Installed Size | 64 GB |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 1 GB |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Flash Modes | Automatic, Fill Flash |
| Focal Length Description | 8.8 to 25.7mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 70mm) |
| Focus Features | Contrast detection |
| Focus Mode | Manual Focus (MF) |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242883222 |
| HDMI Type | Type D Micro HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 0.64 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Lens Construction | 10 Elements in 9 Groups |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Maximum Aperture | 2.8 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 70 Millimeters |
| Maximum Image Size | 5184 Pixels |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | Sony DSCRX100 III |
| Model Number | DSCRX100M3/B |
| Model Series | RX100 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 2.9 x |
| Photo Filter Size | 49 Millimeters |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 20.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1-inch |
| Real Angle Of View | 24 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 30 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS |
| Series Number | 3 |
| Shooting Modes | Portrait, sports action, macro, landscape, sunset, night scene, handheld twilight, night portrait, antimotion blur, pet mode, gourmet and more |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Fireworks, Food, Handheld Night, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Portrait, Sports, Sunset |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Supported Image Format | AVCHD |
| Total Still Resolution | 20.9 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Touch Screen Type | Capacitive |
| UPC | 027242883222 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Video Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.59x |
| Warranty Description | 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash torch, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade |
| Wireless Technology | yes |
| Write Speed | ≥ 3.5 MB/s |
| Zoom | optical |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** Unknown
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony Alpha
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 80
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Aperture:** 2.8 Millimeters
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 70 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 2.9 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** BSI CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG (Exif v2.3, DCF v2.0), Raw (Sony ARW v2.3)

## Images

![DSC-RX100M3 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VKXpCjaOL.jpg)
![DSC-RX100M3 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-hpHyWrpL.jpg)
![DSC-RX100M3 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513gmNf4pZL.jpg)
![DSC-RX100M3 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51GkWM4jJ6L.jpg)
![DSC-RX100M3 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IUB+BksQL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this have a smaller optical zoom than the previous model?**
A: Important to note, that this is a 24-70mm optical lens. But, if you're feeling adventurous, and you're willing to produce somewhat softer images, it also has an electronic zoom available, which gives you 4X more. I wouldn't recommend it, since the image degrades quickly with it, but it is there. You can program the camera to use optical zoom only, 'ClearImage Zoom,' which kicks it up 2X, or the 'Digital Zoom,' which gives you that 4X boost.

**Q: How long can you record a video with a fully charged battery?**
A: This camera will easily record up to it's limit of 30 minutes for a single clip on a full battery.  This is an arbitrary limit for digital cameras to avoid being taxed extra as a video recording device.  See here:  http://www.tested.com/tech/photography/44445-why-digital-cameras-have-a-30-minute-video-recording-limit/

**Q: Would this camera take just as high quality photos in daytime as in nightclub environments (w less lighting) ??**
A: All cameras will be more limited in a dark environment, but for a small camera, this one does very well in lower light.

**Q: what in included with the camera?**
A: 1. Manual2. Camera3. One battery4. Wrist strap5. Charger cable6. USB cable7. Sony rewards card

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An improved RX100M
*by R***D on June 20, 2014*

(Update Dec 6th 2014) I highly recommend this book for the RX100M3 by Gary Friedman. I bought it and love it ([...]) I bought this camera because of its faster lens (f/1.8 to f2.8), which means, to me, more light entering onto the cameras sensor which, in turn, means to me slightly better images than previous models. Which translate to a shallower depth of field available. And that's exactly what I like and want in this model, and precisely why I bought it, even though I also have the previous M2 model. One thing I want to note here before I go on. The Aperture seems to move quite fast from 1.8 to 2.8 thru the smaller zoom range. In that, a case could be made that this lens is more of a steady 2.8 thru out the zoom range. So then what exactly did I get with this upgrade from my M2 to my new M3? Well, you've got the newer Bionz X processer. The new 180 degree LCD (for Selfies if you are so inclined). The pop-up EVF (which is an innovation in and of itself, and a help with image stabilization when pressed against my face). Zebra pattern and focus peaking which is available on my RX10 and now the M3. I feel the 24mm-70mm lens (though not the same reach as my previous M2 model - 28-100mm) is a good walk-around lens. And since I have been using this same zoom range for a long time on my DSLRs, I feel very comfortable with this zoom range in a very capable and now compact camera. When I use this for portraits at the long end of 70mm I expect to shoot mostly 1/2 to 3/4 body shots to full body shots. As opposed to the previous models zoom range of 28-100mm where I used it up to head and shoulder shots at the long end. This camera has the same Bionz X processor that Sony has in their A7 line of cameras (one of which, the A7R, that I have). That was another plus for me in buying this camera. As far as image stabilization, it is important to compact cameras today and thus, to me. And I find that holding the camera up to my face while using the EVF gives me the 'feel' of a more stabilized shot. And my pictures look better to me. This is important to me because now that I am in my 60's, try as I might, holding the M2 or my smartphone without an EVF - is not as steady as I'd like it to be or as I remember it was when I was younger. And I need image stabilization in lower light. And this EVF on my new compact M3 seems to provide that for me. The only 'unofficial' (perhaps non-technical) test I could do with this camera was to zoom it out to 70mm, and hold the shutter half-way to see how much 'lock' I had on the image. Then I tried it with my M2. My observation was that I did see an improved difference with the M3. There is a slight difference in camera size from the previous model (which I also have). The thickness of this model is about 2mm more. And the weight is about 8 to 9 grams more. What this also means in terms of fitting a leather case to it is that my previous models Sony leather case will not fit this camera. You're going to need the Sony LCJRXF/B Premium Jacket Case (Black). This new case will fit all previous models as well as this model. Just as the Sony LCJRXC/B Premium Jacket Case (Black) would only fit the M2 as well as the M1. Some people think that the case for the M2 will also fit the M3. It will not. I have tried it. I also recommend the custom camera grip by Richard Franiec (camera accessories by Richard Franiec). This goes for about 35$ and is worth its weight in gold - to me. It is far better than the Sony grip that I used on the M2 for 15$. Its made of metal (anodized aluminium) is sleek looking, feels good quality and solid, and gives you a good grip on the camera while still maintaining the cameras pocketability (because it doesn't protrude past the lens assembly). Of course with the camera grip added, the M3 will not fit in the Sony Leather camera case. So it is either one or the other. So to get around this I ordered another OP/TECH USA Soft Pouch Digital D-Micro (Black) for my M3 which I also have for the M2. And it fits great. If my review was any help with your decision to purchase, and I hope I was of some help, kindly choose 'Yes' in the comments section below. Thank You. Richard

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a great camera that takes fast pictures
*by O***6 on January 10, 2017*

This camera fits the bill for my needs and works perfectly. There are a few things about this camera that swayed me vs. the competition. I looked at many cameras before deciding which one to buy. The canon cameras which I was going to buy have a few problems that steer me from them, for example the Canon G7X does not accept aftermarket batteries and can only charge via a dock charger. I am not spending fifty dollars for a camera battery when the original runs out, I will use my old AA battery camera if I have to in that case. Many people report noise in videos from the mechanism on the canon cameras. This camera charges by USB and of course you have the option to use the dock charger of your choice if you wish, if you don't have a dock charger they are available cheaply here on amazon. More options for charging is always better. The USB can charge with any android phone charger and mini USB cable. I tried several and they all work. Nikon is nice and everything but apparently those require a specific adapter to use so you will have to make room for that and the cable on your charging strips. I can verify that this camera takes aftermarket batteries just fine, and they are very cheap, in the tune of around five to ten dollars each. Since a single battery will likely last for at least a year or more at minimum that is a great value. A camera is useless with a bad battery or without a battery or one that does not function properly, so its pointless to buy something that won't accept aftermarket batteries especially with an item this expensive I expect the camera to last me many years. I don't mind if the battery doesn't show properly on the meter, I haven't gotten that far with the camera yet, its easy enough to change it out with a spare in a very short amount of time and keep right on shooting. This is a fast camera, that means it takes a snapshot very quickly, therefore it would be ideal for real world use and families with kids, there is very little lag time between when you hit the button and when the picture is taken. I don't think you can find a faster camera of this size. If you need to catch something quickly, this is your camera. Its easy to use, I had no problem adjusting to it. The flash seems to be made out of metal which is good, the hinges are metal which is good. You do have to flip the flash up with a switch and push it back down manually. I recommend using a light touch on this, as it does feel delicate but I don't think I will have a problem with that, again the hinges are made of metal so it should last. The flash can be angled if you hold it in the position you want to keep it in while shooting the picture, not that difficult to do if you need to do it. Some people might need this feature so I am mentioning it here. The Sony RX100 MK2 has a tilting screen but cannot tilt into the selfie position making it pretty pointless in my opinion (I spent a long time trying to figure this one out so I figured I would write it here). If you want a camera that tilts into the selfie position you must buy this one, the MK3 or one of the newer versions. The original Sony RX100 doesn't have a tilting screen at all. The screen on the MK3 does tilt down about halfway as well. The screen feels delicate but the hinges are made of metal so again, they should be fine. Just use a light touch on it and you should be fine. I haven't tried the viewfinder much yet but it does pop up when you hit the button or switch, when you put the viewfinder down the camera turns off, might be minor thing for some people. I guess my only complaint is the grip accessory, its just too expensive. Its a NEEDED accessory and at $14 its literately a 2 inch piece of rubber with some adhesive on the back. Its easily the most expensive accessory I ever bought ever for anything. But I guess if someone is buying a camera that costs $700+ then an extra $14 isn't that big of a deal.... Update: I have to update this, this camera takes video with absolutely stunning quality, that is the only way to describe it, when playing the video back, it looks like you are actually there. I have never seen a camera produce such stunning video and I highly doubt there are many cameras on the market that can produce a video like this camera can. This camera captured my summer memories perfectly. The camera is sturdy and the battery lasts a long time, it got me through an entire day at a theme park where I took many pictures and made many videos and still had a little bit of battery left at the end of the day. You can probably take 200 photos easy and film a bunch of short videos and you will still have life left. I filmed a 10 min video and it held up great. I also filmed a couple local bands and even at night with bright lights the video was absolutely stunning. It works great in low light and indoors.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***E on March 25, 2016*

This little camera is fantastic! I cannot believe the quality of photos I get with a compact camera. It is easy to use in manual mode, and even the intelligent modes yield amazing results. You will not believe the quality of photos taken in extremely low light. So far as compact cameras go, this one can't be beat, not by a long shot. Quite literally amazing.

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- Sony Cyber-Shot Rx100 Iii - 20.1 Megapixels, Point & Shoot Camera, Black, Dscrx100M3/B
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- iDaPro Screen Protector for Sony RX100 VII / RX100 VI / RX100 V / RX100 IV / RX100 III / RX100 II / RX100 & Hand Lanyard [3+1 Pack] ， Tempered Glass Easy Installation

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