Sony announced its newest vlogging dream camera: the Sony RX0 II. This is the second addition to the RX0 line since it was first released in September 2017. You can preorder the Sony RX0 II here. In the meantime, scroll down to see the Sony RX0 II’s specs, features, upgrades, and product photos.
Sony RX0 II vs Sony RX0
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Sony RX0 II |
Sony RX0 |
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| Pixels (Total) |
(Not Provided) |
Approx. 21.0 Megapixels |
| Pixels (Effective) |
Approx. 15.3 Megapixels |
Approx. 15.3 Megapixels |
| Sensor |
Exmor RS™ CMOS Sensor |
Exmor RS™ CMOS Sensor |
| Image Processor |
BIONZ X™ |
BIONZ X™ |
| Lens |
ZEISS® Tessar T* 24mm F4.0 fixed wide-angle lens |
ZEISS® Tessar T* 24mm F4.0 fixed wide-angle lens |
| Focal Length |
f=7.9 mm |
f=7.7 mm |
| Focus Range (From The Front of The Lens) |
Approx. 0.66 ft (20 cm) to Infinity |
Approx. 1.7 ft (50cm) to Infinity |
| Video |
4K |
4K |
| Video Oversampling |
1.7x oversampling |
N/A |
| FPS |
16fps |
16fps |
| Slow Motion Video |
960fps/1000fps |
960fps/1000fps |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
59mm x 40.5mm x 35mm |
59.0 x 40.5 x 29.8 mm |
| Screen Size |
3.8cm |
3.8cm |
| Weight |
132g |
110g |
| Battery Life (Stills) |
Approx. 240shots / Approx. 120min |
Approx. 240shots / Approx. 120min |
| Battery Life (Movies Actual Shooting) |
Approx. 35min. |
Approx. 35min. |
| Battery Life (Movies Continuous Shooting) |
Approx. 60min. |
Approx. 60min. |
| Crushproof |
440lb (200KG) |
440lb (200KG) |
| Waterproof |
33 ft (10m) |
33 ft (10m) |
| Shockproof |
6.5ft (2m) |
6.5ft (2m) |
| Dustproof |
✓ |
N/A |
| Eye Autofocus |
✓ |
N/A |
| Built-in Image Stabilization |
✓ |
N/A |
| 180° Tilting LCD Screen |
✓ |
N/A |
| WiFi / Bluetooth® |
✓ |
✓ |
| Micro HDMI |
✓ |
✓ |
| 3.5mm Stereo Mini Microphone Jack |
✓ |
✓ |
| NFC |
N/A |
N/A |
| Touchscreen Interface |
N/A |
N/A |
Sony RX0 II Notable Upgrades
Tilting LCD Screen
The signature feature for many of the new professional vlogging cameras is a tilting LCD screen. While the original RX0 lacked this handy addition, the RX0 II now offers an adjustable LCD screen that tilts upward 180° and downward 90°. It’s even functional underwater!
Eye Autofocus
Sony’s impressive Eye AF is included in the palm-sized RX0 II with increased speed and accuracy. Users can select the AF type to be left, right or auto in the menu or assign this setting to a custom button in order to quickly and easily switch modes. Plus, the new “Soft Skin Effect” can be applied in-camera to cover your subjects’ imperfections.
Image Stabilization
It’s tough to compete with GoPro and DJI in terms of in-camera image stabilization, but Sony makes a valiant effort with this model. The Sony RX0 II has two layers of assistance. First, it has built-in electronic image stabilization with a full pixel readout to eliminate pixel binning while you record. Second, stabilization can be enhanced in the Movie Edit add-on app using gyro info captured while shooting.
Focal Range
You’ll notice in the chart above that most of the lens and resolution information is the same between the RX0 and the RX0 II. However, one very notable difference is the focal range; the RX0 II has an improved minimum focal distance is 7.9 inches (20cm) which is optimal for selfies and close-up shots. However, the original has a minimum focal distance of 1.7 feet (50cm).
Waterproofing
Finally, the RX0 II is waterproof down to 33 ft (10m) without any additional underwater housing while the RX0 is only waterproof to 3.3ft (1m). It’s worth noting, however, that the minimum focal distance increases underwater, causing the angle of view to narrow.
Yes or no: do you want to try out the new Sony RX0 II? Is it worth the upgrade from the original? Let us know in the comments.
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Regular price: $698.00
Good review, but the waterproofing commentary is wrong. The original RX0 and the newer RX0 ii both have the exact same 10m waterproof rating. I’m not sure where you’ve picked up the 1m figure for the RX0, it’s definitely not right!
Hi Mike,
Thanks for catching that. You are 100% correct, both cameras are waterproof to 33′. We have edited the post.
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