Mark Galer

Sony RX1RII Camera Review (Patreon)

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2025-01-08 06:36:32

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Video Link: https://youtu.be/Ow69p39-jfk

In this camera review I look at how the Sony RX1R II has become a 'Modern-day Classic' camera that demands high-prices for second-hand units that are in good condition. I also look at other fixed-lens full-frame and APS-C that may offer an alternative to someone who is looking for a very compact large-sensor camera. I also weigh up the relative advantages of owning a modern and compact A7CII/A7CR interchangeable lens camera instead of a 10-year old fixed-lens compact camera (all be it a little smaller).

We can only guess whether the RX1R II marked the end of the line for Sony's full-frame compact fixed-lens cameras, or whether Sony will surprise us with a new RX1R III camera in 2025 or 2026.

In this review I look at the some of the challenges Sony will face in developing a new version that is smaller than the current A7CII and A7CR cameras.

B&H Purchase Link: https://bhpho.to/3vsW5EE

Leather Wrist Straps attached to the cameras: https://bit.ly/40A7ZrD Gallery of Images captured with the RX1R II: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBXtmV

Gallery of Images captured with adapted lenses (Techart AF Lens Adapter): https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBnuv9

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Sony RX1RII Camera Review

Sony RX1RII Camera Review In this camera review I look at how the Sony RX1R II has become a 'Modern-day Classic' camera that demands high-prices for second-hand units that are in good condition. I also look at other fixed-lens full-frame and APS-C that may offer an alternative to someone who is looking for a very compact large-sensor camera. I also weigh up the relative advantages of owning a modern and compact A7CII/A7CR interchangeable lens camera instead of a 10-year old fixed-lens compact camera (all be it a little smaller). We can only guess whether the RX1RII marked the end of the line for Sony's full-frame compact fixed-lens cameras or whether Sony will surprise us with a new RX1R III camera in 2025 or 2026. In this review I look at the some of the challenges Sony will face in developing a new version that is smaller than the current A7CII and A7CR cameras. B&H Purchase Link: https://bhpho.to/3vsW5EE Leather Wrist Straps attached to the cameras: https://bit.ly/40A7ZrD Gallery of Images captured with the RX1R II: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBXtmV Gallery of Images captured with adapted lenses (Techart AF Lens Adapter): https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBnuv9 00:00 Intro 04:59 Alternative Compact Cameras Part 1 09:16 The strengths of the RX1R II camera 13:25 Advantages of a Leaf Shutter 16:40 Sony's challenge to design an RX1R III 20:06 Alternative Compact Cameras Part 2 23:36 RX1R II vs A7C 29:26 Using Retro/Classic lenses on an A7C 35:18 RX1R II Shooting Experience 42:14 Concluding Comments Mark Galer is a Sony Alpha Ambassador for Australia. Join Mark Galer on Patreon for the best Alpha Support and Guidance. A single $10 Membership fee includes access to over twenty 1-hour member-only seminars, 'over 20 downloadable' eBooks + cameras setting (CAMSET) files (there is no contract or commitment beyond the first month). https://www.patreon.com/markgaler Mark's supporting website: http://www.markgaler.com If you find Mark's work for the Alpha community helpful please consider making a donation to support the creation of new learning resources for Alpha users. Go the Donations link: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/alphacreativeskills #SonyAustralia #SonyAlpha #SonyAmbassador #SonyAlphaANZ #sonydigitalimagingambassador sonydigitalimagingambassador