Sony RX0 Announced, Price $698 !

Sony today at IFA 2017 has officially announced the DSC-RX0 compact camera (B&H Photo). RX0 is a shock and waterproof camera with very compact dimensions that uses a Sony 1″ sensor to capture still images and video. The US price for RX0 is $698.00, will be shipping in October, 2017.

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Features:

  • Ultra-compact, lightweight, waterproof, and shockproof camera body
    Outputs uncompressed UHD 4K to an external recorder, captures up to 1080p60 internally
    20MP 1″ stacked CMOS sensor provides optimal image quality, and minimizes rolling-shutter artifacts
    24mm-equivalent f/4 lens provides a wide view without barrel distortion
    Can record video clips longer than 30 minutes
    Timecode-sync and control of up to five cameras with one smartphone, control greater than five cameras when connected to Wi-Fi
    Sony Play Memories app is available in both iOS and Android versions
    NTSC and PAL–compatible
  • Outputs 4:2:2 UHD 4K Video via HDMI
  • Ultra-Compact, Lightweight Body
  • 20MP 1″ Stacked CMOS Sensor
  • Timecode-Sync Multiple Cameras
  • Internally Records 1080p60 Video
  • 24mm-Equivalent Lens, f/4 Aperture
  • XAVC-S, AVCHD and .MP4 Recording
  • Control via App or VP1K Remote
  • NTSC/PAL Switchable
  • Waterproof & Shockproof Body

Specs:

Camera
Sensor 1 x 1″ CMOS
Backside Illumination Yes
Color Filter Bayer
Pixel Gross 20 MP
Optics
Focal Length Not specified by manufacturer
35mm-Equivalent Focal Length 24
Maximum Aperture f/4
Minimum Focusing Distance 20.0″ / 50.8 cm
Fixed Focus None
Recording
System NTSC/PAL
Recording Media microSD/HC/XC
Video Format 1920 x 1080p at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 fps (50 Mbps XAVC S)
Slow Motion Mode 120 fps Recorded at 1280 x 720p
Display
Display Type LCD
Photo ISO Range Not specified by manufacturer
Video ISO Range Not specified by manufacturer
Streaming ISO Range Not specified by manufacturer
Features
Tripod Mount 1/4″ – 20
General
Dimensions (W x H x D) Not specified by manufacturer
Weight Not specified by manufacturer