Your review format is superb. I feel like I've handled the camera myself. You show the menus off and the little quirks very well, and it's not tedious. The other channels lack your thoroughness and solid script.
+Kuson Sintusingha That's very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting. I know I'm conflicted between being a How-To tutorial and a review ... but they kind of go hand-in-hand. It is a video, so I'd like to demonstrate everything, and that means explaining it.
+Maarten Heilbron :) and you are absolutely right -it goes hand in hand, and is much more useful, and re-see value increased substantially :) Thanks very much for it. if u pass by TH, gimne a ring will treat u to a beer or sth!
+Kuson Sintusingha Thanks very kind of you, I'll keep your offer in mind. Likewise, if you find yourself headed to Toronto, happy to go shooting or enjoy a coffee. ruclips.net/video/-Gl2zS90Ggg/видео.html
+Maarten Heilbron Awesome video! Now I know where to go if I ever go to Toronto! Whats your weapon of choice for video making, for example, for the 'Coffee Culture Toronto'? Maybe I can take you to a few Phad Thai places Lol :>
+Kuson Sintusingha We shot Coffee Culture with a Sony VG20 video camera, which I own but don't use as much as I did - I have so much stuff going through here to review that I tend to use those instead to shoot whatever's happening. Yes, love Phad Thai!
+Rick Mentore Thanks for your kind comment - yes summer was fun (and there is one more "summer" review to come). I trust you also had a photographically interesting summer.
Hats off, Maarten! Beautiful, very dense, packed with real information, your reviews set high standards for active learning! Congratulations, again! Even I am cinematographer by formation, and videographer by profession, it's very useful - and always a pleasure - to hear from you how to tweak a camera or a light setup, etc, etc. I must pause the video again and again to understand all the information. You never loose a second !
I'm not often called dense, but in this case, I'm accepting the compliment. :-) Thanks for taking the time to comment, and for your kind words. My videos are designed for viewers with ADHD, which includes myself. If I went any slower I'd be bored.
You would be an excellent teacher since you explain everything perfectly. I watched like 20 different reviews and only yours answered all my questions. You are the best!! Have a good day.
Excellent review, thanks for taking the time, and going through it in such a logical and thorough manner - especially the detail of the different features & modes. Cheers!
Great review. Extremely in depth. I actually own this camera, but I'm a novice. Your video actually revealed settings that I was completely oblivious to.
Your reviews are the best on youtube, keep up the good work! Might I suggest comparisons to other cameras in it's class for people that may be looking at a few different options to buy from. Perhaps a bit at the end describing your overall impressions and why you liked or disliked it. Just my lowly opinions.
+Rustbar That's kind of you to say, I appreciate the comment. I have reviewed a few other cameras in this class, but as I don't have them side by side, I hesitate to make that kind of comparison. In my mind, the differences are either clear feature haves/have nots or aesthetics. In the end, except for a very detailed breakdown (see DXO and dpreview) they are all fairly similar. My recommendation is typically to buy the one you love, that appeals to you on a visceral level and that you'd never want to leave at home or in a hotel room.
Great video, your format is very professional and you give a thoroughness about the camera without being laborious. It is an expensive camera but it packs a lot of features that make it acceptable for me to purchase. I've owned the previous M2 and M3 and I find this upgrade worthy. If only they could fix the 5-minute 4K video limit. When I filmed in 4K during the winter, I had no issues presumably because the camera stayed cold. I'd also like them to be able to have a longer focal range...but a lot of times I tend to shoot at the wide end so I suppose there is only so much you can do when you have a camera this small. The image quality is pretty good- I especially like that it shoots in RAW. Its my secondary camera when I am out and doing some street photography.
I'm 2 years old but awesome review/walk thru..I intend to use it as a B or C video camera for some slow motion at 120fps in HD. Also for easier timelapse sequences- I bought teh timelapse app and it works nicely. I will try it with a Gimbal this summer at a wedding to get slowmo footage. Lovely shots!
For video, I shoot with shutter of 1/30 (unless there's a lot of movement) and a nearly wide open aperture. The AutoISO or set to an appropriate level. You may be able to minimize noise, or increase clarity by using one of the picture profile that uses cine gamma - although you may need to experiment to determine which is best for the specific scene. Turning down saturation and detail in the picture profile will also help.
Great review! I still have a question. Can I record in Full HD with 120fps up to 29 minutes? Thanks in advance. Sorry if you covered this point in the video.
I have recently purchased this camera from Sony I am becoming increasingly frustrated that I cannot install the time lapse app when I connect to the Sony website every time I try to download a error message comes up selling the unable to switch the camera to download mode can you advise or offer a solution
There are two ways to install apps - using a computer with the camera connected via USB, or directly on the camera by connecting the camera to your wifi. I find the latter to be a little more tedious (entering passwords, etc) but more reliable. I recommend you try that. What is your computer/operating system? Are you using the Sony USB cable (I know they seem the same, but for me only the Sony cable works)? Which USB mode is the camera in?
I'm using a genuine Sony cable which was supplied with the Mark IV and my laptop is a Mac I have a Sony account and I have no problems downloading apps to my a 6000 it's just the 100 Mark 4 I'm having problems with Sony is telling me there is an update for my Mark 4 that I need to do but it won't let me do either
Have you tried connecting the camera to wifi to download apps? I'm also a Mac owner and can attest that it's not a reliable connection. I've often had to take my A6000 to a PC/Windows to install an upgrade. Good Luck.
Probably not. I'm actually fairly indifferent between all 5 models of the RX100 - although there have been minor improvements, the basics are all covered well in the RX100 I, as long as you don't need/want a viewfinder. It's a great travel camera.
Advice please, i sold my old dslr and im currently saving for a D750, all i have at the mo is my lgg5 phone camera,which is good, but its a phone, shall i buy this to keep me going until i get my dslr or wait, and still buy this for the camera i will take everywhere after iv got my d750? bit stuck,many thanks
+Ian HOLLOWAY This is pretty pricey for an interim camera - I'd go with an earlier RX100 series model, or with another entry level camera. Or the D7200 - ruclips.net/video/VyumlKO9Vag/видео.html and wait until you are dis-satisfied.
+Maarten Heilbron i sold my d5300 to get the d750, i am wanting to buy this at some point,to take everywhere, just wondering if i should get this now, or the d750 first, as i do not have a camera at present, many thanks 👍
A big problem with the selfie feature imo is the lack of refocusing after the 3s timer goes off. once you move the camera out of the focal distance at t=buttonpressed the selfies are out of focus
For the last four years, I've had the latest version in time for summer holidays - but not this year. Best to watch sonyalpharumors for the latest news.
Hello Maarten, for an exclusive use with photography (no video), which of the RX100s would you recommend? Rx100 III or RX100 IV? Thank you! Best regards.
Always my pleasure - and hello back - always nice to think about Austria, which makes me think of Vienna and Demel - one of my favourite ice cream/pastry shops.
A google search on this topic will provide all the detail you're looking for. However, the main improvements are in the autofocus system and the burst speed and buffer.
I'm trying to make a short film with my rx100m4, but everytime I shoot a scene, it always seems to lag with certain movement. It's hard to explain. Like it jutters, even when the camera is still, if I move fast, while recording, it will lag by a split second and is not totally smooth. Which options would you recommend to film a small conversation video? Which would be the smoothest options?
Are you shooting in 4K or HD? What frame rate are you using? What is your shutter speed? Are you using a tripod? And please do appreciate that this is an amateur, not a professional video device. It will have limitations and shortcomings. It's best for fairly short, static shots. Let the scene move instead of the camera. Don't zoom while shooting.
@@MaartenHeilbron I shoot scenes with both 4k and HD, both have similar problems, I put it to 24f and still doesn't run smoothly. I actually have no idea how to use the shutter speed setting as I never shoot in slow mo. I sometimes use a tripod, I usually test it out by placing the camera on a high shelf and examine my movements. It never seems to be perfect. I am not sure if it's to do with PAL or something. I only use this camera to shoot close ups on faces, it only seems to run smoothly if the person is walking or moving slowly.
@@Deanhughes5707 Why 24fps? More frames (I recommend 30) will capture more images so make motion look smoother. You'd best figure out how to use the shutter speed setting, as that's the other part of the problem - it's not just related to slow motion. A high shutter speed will make motion look jumpy, a slow one will make it blurry. Use 1/60 for all videos except slow motion.
@@MaartenHeilbron Hey thank you so much, I am sorry I sounded stupid, I was new to this. Yeah, I tested out the shutter speed and changed to 30fps, it is a lot smoother now. Thanks 😎
Hello Maarten, I am excepting my first child soon, and I am looking for a good pocket camera with more advanced controls. The Sony rx 100 series seems like a good fit, but my pocket book would much prefer a mark II over the mark IV. Do you think that I am setting myself up to have to buy another camera in two to three years if I go the non 4k route? If so can you think of any other good options? Thanks for you help! Your videos are entertaining, informative, and well produced.
+Kevin Adams First, thanks for the kind words - I always appreciate them. It's very hard to predict the future, but the 4K features in the M4 are somewhat limited, so I wouldn't hesitate too long over the M2. I know I"m a video producer, but really, you'll mostly take stills. Our kids love the albums of photos, and we rarely watch any videos of their childhood. In two years, the world will look very different - that's a good timeframe to review your decision. Your other options - Nikon 1 series or Canon G7X.
+Maarten Heilbron Thanks for your help Maarten. I think your right, I probably won't even have a 4K monitor for another 5 years. Sometimes I just need to hear other people tell me what I already know before I believe it.
+Kevin Adams That's a good observation - I frequently tell viewers who can't decide between cameras to let their heart be their guide. There's always one you love, but your heart needs to convince your head.
As I assume you're referring to macro photographs (for butterflies and flowers anyway), I don't think that any of them are particularly well-suited. An interchangeable lens camera with a macro lens would be your best choice. For birds, as you'll want to zoom in the VI or VII with the longer lens would be best.
I love this camera! So much to learn.. Can anyone shed some light (no pun intended) on why in situations like indoors, the camera selects a ridiculously low shutter speed like 1/30 instead of raising the ISO? It seems I’m not alone about this problem. It’s impossible to get sharp photos handheld.. Great video! 👍
Thanks for the kind words. I wish I knew why, but you can over-ride this by using shutter priority or manual with AutoISO. However, there is a unique Sony feature that allows you to prioritize speed over quality in the menu (ISO Auto Min. SS). Set it to Fast or Faster and you'll find that the shutter speed is increased.
Maarten Heilbron Thank you for replying to me, appreciated! 👍 I will definitely have a look at that setting, as some of the indoor situations are often just everyday photos, where quality isn’t as important. But I will also have to play around a little with the shutter priority mode so more! Thanks again! 🙂
Great review, Let me know if you see it necessary to change the rx100m3 to rx100m4? I have the the rx100m3, I'm not making many videos and I think those are the biggest news in this year's model. Regards.
+ALVARO PINTO It's my pleasure - it's nice to interact with viewers who are so positive about my work and interested in discussing things at a greater detail, or with specific aspects that don't make it into the video.
It would be a pleasure to do a review of a camera with beautiful landscapes of my country Venezuela, but for the moment we do not live the best situation I hope someday visit. Regards.
Greetings, Maarten! A superb video, sir! As a Fujifilm X-T3 landscape and product photographer, I am extremely pleased with the image quality I get from this camera, combined with the stellar, sharp Fujinon XF optics. However, I am researching a small, light "travel camera", as I don't want to expose my X-T3 system to the vagaries of landscape photography in a beach/ocean setting. For that very limited, occasional use, I was considering such cameras as this Canon G1X Mark III, or Sony RX100 III. My MAIN criteria are image SHARPNESS and detail retention, and ability to retain such detail when possibly printed to 20x24". Plus, I'd like to keep total budget to under $1000. And, FYI, I'm a 100% stills guy, so don't shoot video. Based on this, which system would you recommend for maximum sharpness/compact form factor? And would I see a major difference in detail retention when making, say, a 20x30" print from the 1" sensor RX100 III v. the APS-C sensor of the Canon G1X Mark III? Thank you!
Right. Well, the issue that you'll confront is the one-inch sensor. And while it is possible to create larger prints from those images ( I have) they are not quite as sharp as those from a larger sensor. I'd consider a camera with an APS-C sensor, like the X-E3 to be a better choice, unless you are prepared to lower your standards a bit.
Hello Sir, I am an amateur photograph and I am planning to buy a large sensor high end compact camera. I have gone through all your videos and everything is better when I see each of the reviews. Finally I made a conclusion on three camera's - Fujifilm X70, Sony RX100 M4 and Panasonic Lumix LX100. But can't make a decision because each one is better than the other. I am seeking your great advice on this because I don't know much about these and reviews make me love with one or another. My priority will be great quality like DSLR images, good for portrait and street photography. Which one you will suggest for me, my personal favorite will be Fujifilm X70 and i thought even if it lacks a viewfinder i can buy one from market. Then it's the sony with all great features but everyone says that LX100 is the best amongst the three. Do the LX100 still in the market? Please Please help me on this. Finally I have to say that your reviews are tremendous and extraordinarily elaborated with points covered in every corner. I have not enjoyed any reviews more than like this. And your channel is my first subscription in You Tube. These words are from my heart and not a price for the questions I have asked. Thank You Sir.
+Sreejith Sreekumar Thank you for the kind words. I think the X-70 is a good choice, it has the largest sensor of these three so can provide the best quality images ( it's not the best choice for video). That said, there is lots to like about the other two also. In general terms, I recommend that once you've narrowed the field to a few choices, unless one has a feature you can't live without - let your wallet (price), your hand (size) and heart be your guide.
+Maarten Heilbron Thank You for your suggestion. I was so confused and I am now satisfied. video is not a priority for me. I need lovely pictures. Your word was my final. Thanks again for the time to reply me back. 😊
@@MaartenHeilbron I'm gonna buy me this awesome RX100m4 ..specs are very good and the price is only the half of the latest RX100m6.. "only" about 600€uro.. :)
I would say 4k just a demo :) - great video Maarten - I gave up - 4k only for winter climate :) - the LX100 really still the smallest real 4K :) although not not many 4k video features but at least it does not overheat - 4k still remains a challenge - Sony had to increase size of A7r body to accommodate 4k - and Panasonic not out with a GM6 with 4k :) I think it will be awhile till we see a GM6 with 4K due to small size The RX100 m4 is impressive - I agree that the location of the Write light is terrible - although 4k not ready or cooked fully - I also find that the EVF is a bit hard to use - maybe a better eyecup would help but then would have to be put on and removed - I tend to use my Canon G7X a bit more due to Focal Range being longer and Touch LCD./Touch Shutter- I hope you get a look at the Canon G5X - no 4k though - I am glad Canon is coming out with a competitor to the RX100 lineup to help reduce prices - The RX100m3/4 offer lots of features but lack Touch LCD and shorter focal range - Canon has the longer focal range but lack in features - Can we marry them into one more complete camera :) I find that the IQ no better on the RX100m4 vs m3 but of course faster burst and I understand sensor is better to keep up with 4k etc - but still just overheats to fast - for me many times at 3 min - and always had to wait awhile after a single 3-5min clip
I have the RX100M2, I think that one and the M4 are the best of the RX series. I might get an M4, but I like the M2 because it has the multi shoe mount and I can mount different flashes and an OLED viewfinder, as well as the stereo microphone and mini shotgun microphone. Which makes it versatile over the M3 and M4. Which you are limited to the on-board flash built in mic and no multi shoe. While the enhancements are nice on this camera, the lack of features on 4K video is disappointing. A 5 minute recording time? No thanks, definitely not the camera to take extensive recordings. As I've mentioned previously I have the AX100, and the M2 is a nice companion. Takes great quality photos, and I like the flexibility with the multi shoe using multiple accessories. At least there's a filter kit for the M2 and I can mount an MC filter and CPL filter with a vented lens hood. Sadly I don't think there's a filter kit for the M4, and the one for the M2 only works on the M1 in addition.
+Maarten Heilbron Yeah. I love the AX100 for the video quality and it takes some nice quality photos. But the DSLR quality of the M2 is really nice, I love the bright, crisp images and it has such nice defocusing. I just don't think the M4 justifies a $1200 price tag when you can buy a full 4K camcorder for under that amount. And as you pointed out you can buy the other models like the M2 for substantially cheaper and a few accessories as well.
I honestly have no idea ... camera pricing is a complex subject, even in Canadian dollars, and I'm certainly not well enough informed about European prices.
Great review as always - Way to expensive - in warm weather my 4k video sometimes shuts down at 3 min - so to me the 4k is really a sales hype and really a false marketing - but yes m4 has improvements in video over the m3 - but I have not seen any still improvements - so if one is ok with HD then the 3m might be a better value - not sure trying to make this a Pro video camera is the best option for Sony :) I would have rather opted for a longer focal range etc - camera related - and of course Touch LCD and Touch Shutter - It is amazing that Sony that produces millions of smart phones with Touch LCD's and knows folks like Touch LCD and know how to use it still insist that it is worthless on a camera and therefore will not implement regardless if users keep asking for it ! amazing - I am not sure the Canon G7x/G5x are creating to much competition for the RX100m4 - but hopefully some - Now Panasonic is coming out with a 1 inch sensor compact - similar size with EVF etc - but instead of a faster lens they are opting with a 25-250mm F2.8-f5.9 vs 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 - so not a direct competitor and maybe it is a good option as some need more focal range - but Nikon is also entering the 1 inch market - So the best of the RX100m4 and Panasonic TZ100 might be the best option :) and maybe the Canon g7x/g5x as Canon has much better audio quality and is more confident in focusing - especially tracking focus - Canon should have been able to fit a EVF similar to what Sony is doing or Panasonic vs the big hump of the G5X - The Canons offer quite a bit for half of the price of the RX100m4 - I just think that for most family's and average users they offer enough for a lot less price - but certainly the Pros want all the whistles and bells :) Will be interesting to see if the Panasonic FZ100 will have Touch and flip LCD and 4K -
Hands down, the best review of this camera ever. Great job, man.
Thank you very much, I enjoy reading appreciative comments.
Your review format is superb. I feel like I've handled the camera myself. You show the menus off and the little quirks very well, and it's not tedious. The other channels lack your thoroughness and solid script.
+Jollo Jakar That's very kind of you to say - thanks for your comments and insight.
The pace of the tutorial is as it ought to be. It kept me zoomed in, focused.
Thank you......
That is very kind of you to say, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
Love your reviews Maarten. This one is certainly no exception. They are always clear,concise,organized and well thought out.
+fiskpad Thanks for your kind words, I am deeply touched by your praise.
you are hands down the best photography reviewer on youtube! thank you for all that you do :)
Thanks very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment, appreciated.
Probably the best camera review, format, presentation, etc. I've seen. Thanks. Sold a camera too.
+Garrick Kremesec Thanks for the kind words, I'm always glad to hear I've provided useful information. Good shooting.
Best Review + bonus Quick Tutorial I've seen after viewing so many reviews. Awesome!
+Kuson Sintusingha That's very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting. I know I'm conflicted between being a How-To tutorial and a review ... but they kind of go hand-in-hand. It is a video, so I'd like to demonstrate everything, and that means explaining it.
+Maarten Heilbron :) and you are absolutely right -it goes hand in hand, and is much more useful, and re-see value increased substantially :) Thanks very much for it. if u pass by TH, gimne a ring will treat u to a beer or sth!
+Kuson Sintusingha Thanks very kind of you, I'll keep your offer in mind. Likewise, if you find yourself headed to Toronto, happy to go shooting or enjoy a coffee. ruclips.net/video/-Gl2zS90Ggg/видео.html
+Maarten Heilbron Awesome video! Now I know where to go if I ever go to Toronto! Whats your weapon of choice for video making, for example, for the 'Coffee Culture Toronto'? Maybe I can take you to a few Phad Thai places Lol :>
+Kuson Sintusingha We shot Coffee Culture with a Sony VG20 video camera, which I own but don't use as much as I did - I have so much stuff going through here to review that I tend to use those instead to shoot whatever's happening. Yes, love Phad Thai!
Excellent, as usual! Maarten, you're back, hope your summer was fun. Hey, thanks!
+Rick Mentore Thanks for your kind comment - yes summer was fun (and there is one more "summer" review to come). I trust you also had a photographically interesting summer.
Learnt many more things here than most other reviews...You really know your stuff.
Always nice to know that viewers find my videos helpful, thanks for your kind words.
Hats off, Maarten! Beautiful, very dense, packed with real information, your reviews set high standards for active learning! Congratulations, again! Even I am cinematographer by formation, and videographer by profession, it's very useful - and always a pleasure - to hear from you how to tweak a camera or a light setup, etc, etc. I must pause the video again and again to understand all the information. You never loose a second !
I'm not often called dense, but in this case, I'm accepting the compliment. :-) Thanks for taking the time to comment, and for your kind words. My videos are designed for viewers with ADHD, which includes myself. If I went any slower I'd be bored.
Great review. Best I have seen on RUclips yet.
+R KT Thanks, that's very kind of you to say.
You would be an excellent teacher since you explain everything perfectly. I watched like 20 different reviews and only yours answered all my questions. You are the best!! Have a good day.
+Denis Andricic That's so kind of you to say - thank you very much. It's always nice to hear from a viewer who appreciates my work.
I was looking for that kind of review, in depth with all the functions. Thank you! Good job!
+pimeto Thanks for taking the time to comment, I appreciate the kind words. Glad you found the information you needed.
You are the only man that make the full and detailed review of my camera, thank you Very much❤️
Thank you, I appreciate your kind words.
Another great in-depth and unbiased review Maarten
+alfredo_5auce Thank you - it's kind of you to say. Unbiased is what I'm aiming for.
Excellent review, thanks for taking the time, and going through it in such a logical and thorough manner - especially the detail of the different features & modes. Cheers!
+McBenjieuk Thank you for this nice compliment, I appreciate the kind words.
Amazing as per usual Maarten, always enjoy your reviews!
+Karol Warminiec Thanks very kind of you to say, and very much appreciated as I respect your knowledge and understanding here.
Great review. Extremely in depth. I actually own this camera, but I'm a novice. Your video actually revealed settings that I was completely oblivious to.
+Dee Jimenez I cannot think of a higher compliment - thanks so much for sharing your kind words.
I love your reviews!!! They're detailed and entertaining
+Dogs by the Sea That's so kind - I'm always happy to hear "entertaining".
Always such great review, Maarten! Keep up the good work and have a happy and fulfilling 2016!
That's very kind of you to say, thanks for your comment. Best wishes for 2016.
Super professional review as always! Thanks for your work!
+MPK 4K I thankful for your praise and kind words.
Nicely done. Clear and concise.
+LEXPIX That's very kind of you to say - I appreciate your comment.
Your reviews are the best on youtube, keep up the good work! Might I suggest comparisons to other cameras in it's class for people that may be looking at a few different options to buy from. Perhaps a bit at the end describing your overall impressions and why you liked or disliked it. Just my lowly opinions.
+Rustbar That's kind of you to say, I appreciate the comment. I have reviewed a few other cameras in this class, but as I don't have them side by side, I hesitate to make that kind of comparison. In my mind, the differences are either clear feature haves/have nots or aesthetics. In the end, except for a very detailed breakdown (see DXO and dpreview) they are all fairly similar. My recommendation is typically to buy the one you love, that appeals to you on a visceral level and that you'd never want to leave at home or in a hotel room.
Incredible and comprehensive review; thank you so much.
It's always a pleasure to know that my viewers appreciate my work, thanks for commenting.
Great video, your format is very professional and you give a thoroughness about the camera without being laborious. It is an expensive camera but it packs a lot of features that make it acceptable for me to purchase. I've owned the previous M2 and M3 and I find this upgrade worthy. If only they could fix the 5-minute 4K video limit. When I filmed in 4K during the winter, I had no issues presumably because the camera stayed cold. I'd also like them to be able to have a longer focal range...but a lot of times I tend to shoot at the wide end so I suppose there is only so much you can do when you have a camera this small. The image quality is pretty good- I especially like that it shoots in RAW. Its my secondary camera when I am out and doing some street photography.
+mgarin73 Thank you for your kind words, always appreciated. I agree, and you make some excellent observations.
Nice review. I love my RX100m4. I am always amazed at the quality of that 1" sensor. Sony really did a great job on this one.
Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.
Superb review!!! Very extensive
I do appreciate your kind words, thanks for commenting.
I'm 2 years old but awesome review/walk thru..I intend to use it as a B or C video camera for some slow motion at 120fps in HD. Also for easier timelapse sequences- I bought teh timelapse app and it works nicely. I will try it with a Gimbal this summer at a wedding to get slowmo footage. Lovely shots!
Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.
your videos are awsome man great review
+matthew egan I appreciate the kind words, thanks!
Please help. What is the best setting for low light setting inside the venues? because i am getting lot of video noise.
For video, I shoot with shutter of 1/30 (unless there's a lot of movement) and a nearly wide open aperture. The AutoISO or set to an appropriate level. You may be able to minimize noise, or increase clarity by using one of the picture profile that uses cine gamma - although you may need to experiment to determine which is best for the specific scene. Turning down saturation and detail in the picture profile will also help.
Maarten Heilbron thank you so much
Always happy to help.
Thanks a lot. Detailed explanation, worth to watch
That's very kind of you to say, thanks for taking the time to comment.
Great review, thanks for all the info!!
+Heath Hurwitz Thanks for your kind comment - glad to hear it was useful.
Another top notch review!
+Average Adversary Thanks kindly. I appreciate the kind words.
Great review! I still have a question. Can I record in Full HD with 120fps up to 29 minutes? Thanks in advance. Sorry if you covered this point in the video.
+MultiNickKick Thanks for the kind words. No, more detail in the video.
What can I say, another great video/tutorial.
+RickBSO I do appreciate your kind comment, thanks!
einfach klasse und so schön ausführlich so wünscht man es sich !!! very nice !!!
Ich schätze Ihre freundlichen Worte, danke für die Kommentierung.
hi! is there improved tracking focus during video? I have M1 and it takes a second to change what to track
Not much between the M1 and M4, quite a bit between the M4 and M6.
wow so much effort.thankyou.ill be getting the mark 5 in a couple of weeks
Thanks for taking the time to comment, I appreciate the kind words. I'm also hoping to get one (to review) in the next few weeks.
Great review. Very informative video. Thanks!
+MostlyClaudy Thank you very much for your kind words, I appreciate that.
I have recently purchased this camera from Sony I am becoming increasingly frustrated that I cannot install the time lapse app when I connect to the Sony website every time I try to download a error message comes up selling the unable to switch the camera to download mode can you advise or offer a solution
There are two ways to install apps - using a computer with the camera connected via USB, or directly on the camera by connecting the camera to your wifi. I find the latter to be a little more tedious (entering passwords, etc) but more reliable. I recommend you try that. What is your computer/operating system? Are you using the Sony USB cable (I know they seem the same, but for me only the Sony cable works)? Which USB mode is the camera in?
I'm using a genuine Sony cable which was supplied with the Mark IV and my laptop is a Mac I have a Sony account and I have no problems downloading apps to my a 6000 it's just the 100 Mark 4 I'm having problems with Sony is telling me there is an update for my Mark 4 that I need to do but it won't let me do either
Have you tried connecting the camera to wifi to download apps? I'm also a Mac owner and can attest that it's not a reliable connection. I've often had to take my A6000 to a PC/Windows to install an upgrade. Good Luck.
Great review! Thanks. Do you know where I can find other good videos, books or manuals for the RX100M4?
Thanks for the kind words. No idea, I'm a learn on my own, trial and error kind of photographer.
thinking about buying the mark 3 cuz of the price. do you think its worth the extra cash to get the mark 4 or 5?
Probably not. I'm actually fairly indifferent between all 5 models of the RX100 - although there have been minor improvements, the basics are all covered well in the RX100 I, as long as you don't need/want a viewfinder. It's a great travel camera.
Such a good review!! thank you!
That's very kind, thanks for commenting.
this is very thorough, thanks
I appreciate your kind words, thanks!
Advice please, i sold my old dslr and im currently saving for a D750, all i have at the mo is my lgg5 phone camera,which is good, but its a phone, shall i buy this to keep me going until i get my dslr or wait, and still buy this for the camera i will take everywhere after iv got my d750? bit stuck,many thanks
+Ian HOLLOWAY This is pretty pricey for an interim camera - I'd go with an earlier RX100 series model, or with another entry level camera. Or the D7200 - ruclips.net/video/VyumlKO9Vag/видео.html and wait until you are dis-satisfied.
+Maarten Heilbron i sold my d5300 to get the d750, i am wanting to buy this at some point,to take everywhere, just wondering if i should get this now, or the d750 first, as i do not have a camera at present, many thanks 👍
+Ian HOLLOWAY the rx100 iv is £600 new at the moment
+Ian HOLLOWAY It's an excellent pocket camera, and that's an excellent price (I think ... )
+Maarten Heilbron 👍
Very well done review. Thank you. Best regards from Germany
+MF-SkyScapes That's very kind of you to say. Best regards from Canada.
A big problem with the selfie feature imo is the lack of refocusing after the 3s timer goes off. once you move the camera out of the focal distance at t=buttonpressed the selfies are out of focus
+Frido B But it does give you time to compose the shot nicely after pressing the shutter. I haven't experienced the out of focus issue ...
When's the next generation coming out? Will it come out this year?
For the last four years, I've had the latest version in time for summer holidays - but not this year. Best to watch sonyalpharumors for the latest news.
My review, and a blog settings video are in progress.
Hello Maarten, for an exclusive use with photography (no video), which of the RX100s would you recommend? Rx100 III or RX100 IV? Thank you! Best regards.
Either if fine - for stills, even an older model would be sufficient.
Thank you for answering me! Regards from Austria! :)
Always my pleasure - and hello back - always nice to think about Austria, which makes me think of Vienna and Demel - one of my favourite ice cream/pastry shops.
Please tell me what is the difference between the 4th and 5th series of this model?
A google search on this topic will provide all the detail you're looking for. However, the main improvements are in the autofocus system and the burst speed and buffer.
@@MaartenHeilbron Thank you!
Did you only upload it in 360p?
The video is unsharp :(
+jeffry de meyer It takes youtube a while to process the 4K version ... i should have waited until it was all done, sorry. Try again later :-( ?
+Maarten Heilbron, way better now in 4k!
great complete review as per usual from you.
+Maarten Heilbron It's already up in glorious 4K :)
+jeffry de meyer The 4K version is available now.
I'm trying to make a short film with my rx100m4, but everytime I shoot a scene, it always seems to lag with certain movement. It's hard to explain. Like it jutters, even when the camera is still, if I move fast, while recording, it will lag by a split second and is not totally smooth.
Which options would you recommend to film a small conversation video? Which would be the smoothest options?
Are you shooting in 4K or HD? What frame rate are you using? What is your shutter speed? Are you using a tripod?
And please do appreciate that this is an amateur, not a professional video device. It will have limitations and shortcomings. It's best for fairly short, static shots. Let the scene move instead of the camera. Don't zoom while shooting.
@@MaartenHeilbron I shoot scenes with both 4k and HD, both have similar problems, I put it to 24f and still doesn't run smoothly. I actually have no idea how to use the shutter speed setting as I never shoot in slow mo. I sometimes use a tripod, I usually test it out by placing the camera on a high shelf and examine my movements. It never seems to be perfect. I am not sure if it's to do with PAL or something.
I only use this camera to shoot close ups on faces, it only seems to run smoothly if the person is walking or moving slowly.
@@Deanhughes5707 Why 24fps? More frames (I recommend 30) will capture more images so make motion look smoother. You'd best figure out how to use the shutter speed setting, as that's the other part of the problem - it's not just related to slow motion. A high shutter speed will make motion look jumpy, a slow one will make it blurry. Use 1/60 for all videos except slow motion.
@@MaartenHeilbron Hey thank you so much, I am sorry I sounded stupid, I was new to this. Yeah, I tested out the shutter speed and changed to 30fps, it is a lot smoother now. Thanks 😎
@@Deanhughes5707 Always happy to help.
Hello Maarten,
I am excepting my first child soon, and I am looking for a good pocket camera with more advanced controls. The Sony rx 100 series seems like a good fit, but my pocket book would much prefer a mark II over the mark IV. Do you think that I am setting myself up to have to buy another camera in two to three years if I go the non 4k route? If so can you think of any other good options? Thanks for you help! Your videos are entertaining, informative, and well produced.
+Kevin Adams First, thanks for the kind words - I always appreciate them. It's very hard to predict the future, but the 4K features in the M4 are somewhat limited, so I wouldn't hesitate too long over the M2. I know I"m a video producer, but really, you'll mostly take stills. Our kids love the albums of photos, and we rarely watch any videos of their childhood. In two years, the world will look very different - that's a good timeframe to review your decision. Your other options - Nikon 1 series or Canon G7X.
+Maarten Heilbron Thanks for your help Maarten. I think your right, I probably won't even have a 4K monitor for another 5 years. Sometimes I just need to hear other people tell me what I already know before I believe it.
+Kevin Adams That's a good observation - I frequently tell viewers who can't decide between cameras to let their heart be their guide. There's always one you love, but your heart needs to convince your head.
What is the best Sony Cyber- shot RX 100 model for taking pictures of birds, butterflies and flowers?
As I assume you're referring to macro photographs (for butterflies and flowers anyway), I don't think that any of them are particularly well-suited. An interchangeable lens camera with a macro lens would be your best choice.
For birds, as you'll want to zoom in the VI or VII with the longer lens would be best.
I love this camera! So much to learn..
Can anyone shed some light (no pun intended) on why in situations like indoors, the camera selects a ridiculously low shutter speed like 1/30 instead of raising the ISO? It seems I’m not alone about this problem. It’s impossible to get sharp photos handheld..
Great video! 👍
Thanks for the kind words. I wish I knew why, but you can over-ride this by using shutter priority or manual with AutoISO. However, there is a unique Sony feature that allows you to prioritize speed over quality in the menu (ISO Auto Min. SS). Set it to Fast or Faster and you'll find that the shutter speed is increased.
Maarten Heilbron
Thank you for replying to me, appreciated! 👍
I will definitely have a look at that setting, as some of the indoor situations are often just everyday photos, where quality isn’t as important. But I will also have to play around a little with the shutter priority mode so more! Thanks again! 🙂
Always happy to help, and it is my policy to reply to all comments and questions.
Great review,
Let me know if you see it necessary to change the rx100m3 to rx100m4? I have the the rx100m3, I'm not making many videos and I think those are the biggest news in this year's model. Regards.
+ALVARO PINTO In your position I would not trade up unless it was 1:1 or very close to.
Thank you very much for taking the time and respond to your subscribers
+ALVARO PINTO It's my pleasure - it's nice to interact with viewers who are so positive about my work and interested in discussing things at a greater detail, or with specific aspects that don't make it into the video.
It would be a pleasure to do a review of a camera with beautiful landscapes of my country Venezuela, but for the moment we do not live the best situation I hope someday visit. Regards.
+ALVARO PINTO I look forward to this video - please be sure to let me know.
Greetings, Maarten! A superb video, sir! As a Fujifilm X-T3 landscape and product photographer, I am extremely pleased with the image quality I get from this camera, combined with the stellar, sharp Fujinon XF optics. However, I am researching a small, light "travel camera", as I don't want to expose my X-T3 system to the vagaries of landscape photography in a beach/ocean setting. For that very limited, occasional use, I was considering such cameras as this Canon G1X Mark III, or Sony RX100 III. My MAIN criteria are image SHARPNESS and detail retention, and ability to retain such detail when possibly printed to 20x24". Plus, I'd like to keep total budget to under $1000. And, FYI, I'm a 100% stills guy, so don't shoot video. Based on this, which system would you recommend for maximum sharpness/compact form factor? And would I see a major difference in detail retention when making, say, a 20x30" print from the 1" sensor RX100 III v. the APS-C sensor of the Canon G1X Mark III? Thank you!
Right. Well, the issue that you'll confront is the one-inch sensor. And while it is possible to create larger prints from those images ( I have) they are not quite as sharp as those from a larger sensor. I'd consider a camera with an APS-C sensor, like the X-E3 to be a better choice, unless you are prepared to lower your standards a bit.
you're the man
I appreciate the kind words
Hello Sir, I am an amateur photograph and I am planning to buy a large sensor high end compact camera. I have gone through all your videos and everything is better when I see each of the reviews. Finally I made a conclusion on three camera's - Fujifilm X70, Sony RX100 M4 and Panasonic Lumix LX100. But can't make a decision because each one is better than the other. I am seeking your great advice on this because I don't know much about these and reviews make me love with one or another.
My priority will be great quality like DSLR images, good for portrait and street photography. Which one you will suggest for me, my personal favorite will be Fujifilm X70 and i thought even if it lacks a viewfinder i can buy one from market. Then it's the sony with all great features but everyone says that LX100 is the best amongst the three. Do the LX100 still in the market? Please Please help me on this.
Finally I have to say that your reviews are tremendous and extraordinarily elaborated with points covered in every corner. I have not enjoyed any reviews more than like this. And your channel is my first subscription in You Tube. These words are from my heart and not a price for the questions I have asked.
Thank You Sir.
+Sreejith Sreekumar Thank you for the kind words. I think the X-70 is a good choice, it has the largest sensor of these three so can provide the best quality images ( it's not the best choice for video). That said, there is lots to like about the other two also. In general terms, I recommend that once you've narrowed the field to a few choices, unless one has a feature you can't live without - let your wallet (price), your hand (size) and heart be your guide.
+Maarten Heilbron Thank You for your suggestion. I was so confused and I am now satisfied. video is not a priority for me. I need lovely pictures. Your word was my final. Thanks again for the time to reply me back. 😊
Always my pleasure.
This is a beat review no doubt.
Is this camera works with usb power bank?
Thanks. Yes, it does.
Is this sharper than the previous mark iii? I only care about stills though
It's the same.
Excellent review. Looks like a beast of a camera for it's diminutive size. I have the MkI which I love but this is 10 steps up.
+Keith O'Keeffe Thank you - I appreciate the kind words. In my mind, although a lot has changed, I'd still be pretty happy with the M1.
Very awesome revieuw sir...thanx
How kind of you to say, thanks!
@@MaartenHeilbron because myself and many others can learn from your great experience.. ;)
I'm always happy to help, and I appreciate the kind words.
@@MaartenHeilbron that keeps u extra motivated i guess...good there are still kind en helpfull people in this world... :)
@@MaartenHeilbron I'm gonna buy me this awesome RX100m4 ..specs are very good and the price is only the half of the latest RX100m6.. "only" about 600€uro.. :)
I would say 4k just a demo :) - great video Maarten - I gave up - 4k only for winter climate :) - the LX100 really still the smallest real 4K :) although not not many 4k video features but at least it does not overheat -
4k still remains a challenge - Sony had to increase size of A7r body to accommodate 4k - and Panasonic not out with a GM6 with 4k :) I think it will be awhile till we see a GM6 with 4K due to small size
The RX100 m4 is impressive - I agree that the location of the Write light is terrible - although 4k not ready or cooked fully - I also find that the EVF is a bit hard to use - maybe a better eyecup would help but then would have to be put on and removed -
I tend to use my Canon G7X a bit more due to Focal Range being longer and Touch LCD./Touch Shutter- I hope you get a look at the Canon G5X - no 4k though - I am glad Canon is coming out with a competitor to the RX100 lineup to help reduce prices
- The RX100m3/4 offer lots of features but lack Touch LCD and shorter focal range - Canon has the longer focal range but lack in features - Can we marry them into one more complete camera :)
I find that the IQ no better on the RX100m4 vs m3 but of course faster burst and I understand sensor is better to keep up with 4k etc - but still just overheats to fast - for me many times at 3 min - and always had to wait awhile after a single 3-5min clip
+control chaos Thanks for the kind words. Those are a lot of thoughts to sort through - thanks for adding to this conversation.
I have the RX100M2, I think that one and the M4 are the best of the RX series.
I might get an M4, but I like the M2 because it has the multi shoe mount and I can mount different flashes and an OLED viewfinder, as well as the stereo microphone and mini shotgun microphone. Which makes it versatile over the M3 and M4. Which you are limited to the on-board flash built in mic and no multi shoe.
While the enhancements are nice on this camera, the lack of features on 4K video is disappointing. A 5 minute recording time? No thanks, definitely not the camera to take extensive recordings.
As I've mentioned previously I have the AX100, and the M2 is a nice companion. Takes great quality photos, and I like the flexibility with the multi shoe using multiple accessories. At least there's a filter kit for the M2 and I can mount an MC filter and CPL filter with a vented lens hood. Sadly I don't think there's a filter kit for the M4, and the one for the M2 only works on the M1 in addition.
+Marth Thanks for your comment and raising those issues. The AX100 plus the RX100M2 sounds like a nice pairing.
+Maarten Heilbron Yeah. I love the AX100 for the video quality and it takes some nice quality photos. But the DSLR quality of the M2 is really nice, I love the bright, crisp images and it has such nice defocusing.
I just don't think the M4 justifies a $1200 price tag when you can buy a full 4K camcorder for under that amount. And as you pointed out you can buy the other models like the M2 for substantially cheaper and a few accessories as well.
Love it
Thank you for your kind words.
For 370 euro , sony rx100 mark 4 (new) its good prince ?
I honestly have no idea ... camera pricing is a complex subject, even in Canadian dollars, and I'm certainly not well enough informed about European prices.
Warhol!!!!
Thanks 🙂
Is the menu as confusing as it looks?
No. It's complicated and not-well organized - but once you understand what it offers, it's fairly easy to use.
Great review as always - Way to expensive - in warm weather my 4k video sometimes shuts down at 3 min - so to me the 4k is really a sales hype and really a false marketing
- but yes m4 has improvements in video over the m3 - but I have not seen any still improvements - so if one is ok with HD then the 3m might be a better value - not sure trying to make this a Pro video camera is the best option for Sony :)
I would have rather opted for a longer focal range etc - camera related - and of course Touch LCD and Touch Shutter -
It is amazing that Sony that produces millions of smart phones with Touch LCD's and knows folks like Touch LCD and know how to use it still insist that it is worthless on a camera and therefore will not implement regardless if users keep asking for it ! amazing - I am not sure the Canon G7x/G5x are creating to much competition for the RX100m4 - but hopefully some -
Now Panasonic is coming out with a 1 inch sensor compact - similar size with EVF etc - but instead of a faster lens they are opting with a 25-250mm F2.8-f5.9 vs 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 - so not a direct competitor and maybe it is a good option as some need more focal range - but Nikon is also entering the 1 inch market -
So the best of the RX100m4 and Panasonic TZ100 might be the best option :) and maybe the Canon g7x/g5x as Canon has much better audio quality and is more confident in focusing - especially tracking focus -
Canon should have been able to fit a EVF similar to what Sony is doing or Panasonic vs the big hump of the G5X -
The Canons offer quite a bit for half of the price of the RX100m4 - I just think that for most family's and average users they offer enough for a lot less price - but certainly the Pros want all the whistles and bells :)
Will be interesting to see if the Panasonic FZ100 will have Touch and flip LCD and 4K -
Thanks for your notes and thoughts, I find that I agree with most of them.
Love your reviews Maarten. This one is certainly no exception. They are always clear,concise,organized and well thought out.
+fiskpad I certainly appreciate your kind words, thanks!