Sony’s latest full-frame compact camera, the RX1R III, is officially available in Malaysia. The camera will set you back an eye-watering RM20,999.
Coming a full decade after its predecessor, the RX1R II, t he RX1R III features improved hardware and features throughout. Such improvements include a larger 61MP full-frame Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor, marking a significant bump over the Mk II’s 42.4MP. Its capture area covers approximately 78% with up to 693 densely arranged phase-detection autofocus (AF) points. Paired with the sensor is Sony’s BIONZ XR image processor, which allows for high resolution images with low noise and wide dynamic range. Also onboard is the latest AI processing unit, allowing for snappy and accurate AF as well as subject tracking (eyes, heads, etc).
Then as now, the RX1R III uses a fixed lens design, and in this case, the lens is a Zeiss Sonnar T* 35mm F2, allowing users to take advantage of the built-in Step Crop Shooting function, which can also simulate 50mm and 70mm focal lengths on top of the default 35mm mode.
The camera features a compact and lightweight magnesium alloy body, along with a grip design and textured surface for a comfortable hold. Also onboard are different dials, a multi-interface shoe, a 2.36M-dot XGA OLED electronic viewfinder with 0.70x magnification, and a 7.5cm TFT LCD touchscreen with 2.3M-dot resolution. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 support for wireless, a HDMI micro connector (Type-D), a 3.5mm stereo minijack, a USB-C port (with Power Delivery support), and a slot for UHS-I/II SD cards.
You can purchase the Sony RX1R III at all authorised Sony retailers, outlets, and via their website.
(Source: Sony)
