Sony RX10 V: AI and 4K video come together in an “all-in-one” camera with an integrated 24-600 zoom

With a goal Zeiss 24-600mm Vario-Sonnar T, autofocus with AI-based real-time recognition, an Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and video capabilities up to 4K at 120p, the Sony RX10 V arrives to provide adaptability in situations that require rapid deployment.

The Sony RX10 comes with a high-magnification zoom lens that spans from 24mm to 600mm (Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T F2,4-4,0 with optical image stabilizer) that allows you to take everything from everyday photographs to high-level sports and wildlife photographs. It is possible to perform macro captures from a minimum distance of approximately 3 cm to 24 mm, and telemacro captures from approximately 72 cm to 600 mm.

The image processor BIONZ XR delivers high-quality images with “less noise,” even with medium and high ISO sensitivities, such as indoors or in low light conditions. Skin tones, skies, vegetation and other natural landscapes are reproduced with “high resolution and faithful reproduction of color and textures,” while 12 presets of Creative Looks They allow you to achieve the desired color and texture directly from the camera.

The camera comes with a dynamic range optimizer (DRO) updated that balances highlights and dark shadows and offers a wider range of intensity settings, up to level 8. At higher levels, the DRO Enhances shadow areas with intense backlighting.

Artificial intelligence in the RX10 V

He OF with real-time recognition, driven by a processing unit with IA, recognizes people, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains and planes, and also has an automatic mode that allows the camera to automatically identify the type of object. The processing unit with AI It also promotes the technology of human posture estimation, enabling recognition and tracking even when objects have their backs to the camera or when faces are hidden by helmets or sunglasses. Simply touch the desired object to activate real-time tracking, which constantly follows the moving object.

For high speed performance, the calculations of AF/AE, with a frequency of up to 60 times per second, they even follow moving subjects. This allows capture in continuous burst at high speed, with up to 30 fps and full AF/AE tracking.

The pillars of Sony's video offering, in a compact size

The RX10V supports video recording in 4K a 120p, enabling smooth slow motion playback up to 5x in 4K resolution. The camera arrives with image stabilization in active mode, while your hot shoe Multi Interface (MI), with digital audio interface support, enables high-quality audio recording by transmitting audio directly as a digital signal when used with compatible microphones. AI-based subject recognition also enables a Auto Framing which automatically keeps the subject framed in the center of the shot during recording.

Additional features include S-Cinetone to easily achieve cinematic colors and tones, and S-Log3 for video recording with grading in post-production in mind. Up to 16 can be imported User LUT, allowing users to monitor the appearance after applying the LUT while recording in Log mode. The video offering is completed with interval recording and photo extraction using Shot Mark.

Usability and versatility in the field

The camera features a larger, higher-resolution, high-magnification electronic viewfinder, equipped with a Type 0.5 Quad-VGA OLED with approximately 3.68 million dots and a magnification of approximately 0.78x, making composition easy thanks to the crystal clear clarity of the object. It also incorporates a 3.0-inch LCD monitor, improved to approximately 1.62 million dots, allowing objects to be viewed with “great detail and high precision.”

The layout of the buttons and the design of the grip, based on the α series design philosophy, together with a highly responsive multi-selector, allows for fluid “eight-way” operation. To ensure reliability in various environments, the camera features a dust- and moisture-resistant design, plus support for Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz). USB Type-C connectivity provides high-speed and stable data transfer as well as live streaming of 4K video at 30p.

New to this model, the RX10 V is compatible with the application Creators’ App, Sony's proprietary software that allows users to connect to their smartphones to send files directly to the cloud or smartphone, control the camera remotely, and update features and software. In addition, the RX10 V integrates the cost-effective battery NP-FZ100, a model that represents an improvement of approximately “50% or more” in comparison.