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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III Digital Camera

User Manual for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III Digital Camera Deluxe Kit

• Product category: Point & Shoot Cameras Sony
• Brand: Sony
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Product description

• Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III Digital Camera
  • First Look: Sony DSC-RX10 III
  Blending fast performance with long reach, the Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III from Sony is a versatile digital camera optimized for multimedia image-makers working in a broad variety of situations. Featuring a large 20.1MP 1" Exmor RS CMOS sensor, which utilizes both back-illuminated and stacked technologies, a high degree of image quality can be attained, with notable clarity, reduced noise, and sensitivity to ISO 12800. The sensor's design also integrates a dedicated DRAM chip to provide faster readout speeds that, when combined with the BIONZ X image processor, avail fast continuous shooting up to 14 fps. This also helps to reduce unwanted distortion caused by rolling shutter, and permits recording UHD 4K30 video internally, as well as slow motion Full HD 1080p video at 960 fps. Equally as impressive as the imaging capabilities, the RX10 III is also characterized by its 25x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, which spans an impressive 24-600mm equivalent focal length range and uses Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to minimize the effects of camera shake. Its optical design incorporates eight extra-low dispersion elements and six aspherical elements to control a variety of aberrations throughout the zoom range, and its f/2.4-4 maximum aperture range benefits working in low-light conditions. Mixing speed and reach, the RX10 III is well-suited to the photographer or videographer looking for the all-in-one camera to handle a variety of working situations.
  
  Beyond the imaging capabilities, the camera is also notable for its robust physical design that includes both a 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder along with a tilting 3.0" 1.228m-dot LCD monitor. The intuitive design also features three dedicated control rings on the lens-a zoom ring, a manual focus ring, and an aperture ring-and the aperture ring can be de-clicked for smooth, silent aperture adjustments. The magnesium alloy body is also weather-sealed to permit working in trying environments. Additionally, for sharing and control flexibility, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC is also available for wireless image sharing and remote camera control from a linked smartphone or tablet.
  20.1MP 1" Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Image Processor
  • A large 1" 20.1MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor pairs with the BIONZ X image sensor to realize a high degree of image clarity with reduced noise levels to support working in a wide array of environments with sensitivities up to ISO 12800. The Exmor RS sensor employs a unique stacked structure with a back-illuminated design for efficient light gathering abilities, as well as faster performance. The design also incorporates a dedicated DRAM chip on the back of the sensor to facilitate quick image processing in order to boost signal capacity and readout speeds for quick continuous shooting, up to 14 fps with reduced blackout, and slow motion video recording at up to 960 fps. An Anti-Distortion Shutter is also a product of the fast readout speeds, and helps to greatly reduce unwanted distortion caused by rolling shutter effects.
    
    The sensor and processor also contribute to fast autofocus performance that benefits both stills shooting and video recording. This Fast Intelligent AF system is able to achieve precise focus in as little as 0.09 seconds to suit working with quickly moving subjects. By continuously tracking and assessing subjects, the focusing system is able to quickly lock onto subjects prior to half-pressing the shutter button and a subject detection algorithm then intelligently predicts the proper point of focus to aid in acquiring sharp imagery of moving subjects.
  Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 25x Zoom Lens
  • Pairing with the imaging assets, the RX10 III is most distinctly characterized by its expansive 25x zoom lens. This Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens spans a 24-600mm equivalent focal length range, and has a variable maximum aperture of f/2.4-4 for adept performance from wide-angle to super telephoto. The optical design incorporates five extra-low dispersion elements, two extra-low dispersion aspherical elements, and one Super ED element to control a range of chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range for increased clarity and color accuracy. An advanced aspherical (AA) element and five aspherical elements are also featured to reduce spherical aberrations for improved sharpness and resolution. Additionally, the esteemed Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce flare and ghosting for increased contrast when working in strong lighting conditions.
    
    Complementing the lens' reach, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization also helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 4.5 stops for sharper handheld shooting. The lens also sports a rounded nine-blade diaphragm to produce smooth bokeh, and, despite its long reach, can also focus as closely as 1.2" with a 0.42x maximum magnification for working with close-up subjects.
  UHD 4K Video Recording
  • Internal video recording is possible in a range of resolutions up to UHD 4K30 as well as high-speed recording in Full HD 1080p at 120 fps. Recording is done using full pixel readout, without pixel binning, in order to avoid the occurrence of moiré and jaggies, and the fast readout speeds of the sensor help to avoid moving subject distortion due to the effects of rolling shutter. Both 4K and Full HD recording is possible in the 100 Mbps XAVC S format, which is contained within an MP4 wrapper, with 4:2:0 color sampling when recording internally, or 4:2:2 sampling with the use of an optional external recorder via HDMI output.
    
    Making use of the back-illuminated sensor design, customizable picture profiles, color settings, and gamma controls are also available to effectively extend the possible dynamic range. Users can adjust the gamma, black level, knee, color level, and more. Also users can use the same S-Log2 Gamma Curve that is found on high end Sony Cinema cameras that squeezes up to 1300% more dynamic range into the video signal than traditional REC709, for increased post-production flexibility. Multiple timecode recording and user bit options are also provided to suit different editing workflows.
    
    Beyond UHD 4K recording, the RX10 III also makes use of the fast readout speeds by way of availing a range of high frame rate (HFR) recording settings, with the ability to record Full HD movies at up to 960 fps for 40x slow motion playback.
  Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi
  • • A bright, high-resolution XGA OLED Tru-Finder sports a 2.36m-dot resolution for clear eye-level monitoring of the scene, as well as the ability to preview exposure adjustments prior to shooting.
    • Alternatively, a rear 3.0" 1.228m-dot Xtra Fine TFT LCD is available for monitoring and review, and features a 107° upward, 42° downward tilting design to benefit working from high and low angles. The screen also uses WhiteMagic technology for improved visibility in bright conditions.
    • A robust magnesium-alloy body design is both dust- and moisture-resistant to support use in harsh environments.
    • The manually-operated aperture ring permits intuitive tactile control over exposure settings, and the ring can be de-clicked for smooth, silent performance to suit video applications. Manual focus and zoom rings are also incorporated in the lens' design.
    • A top LCD panel can be used to quickly check key exposure and other settings.
    • A range of customizable function buttons can be assigned to any one of 58 different custom functions.
    • The included NP-FW50 rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers approximately 420 shots per charge when working with the LCD monitor, or 370 shots per charge when working with the EVF.
    • Both an external microphone jack and a headphone jack are available for using optional external mics and monitoring your audio in real time.
    • Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC permits wirelessly sharing imagery to a linked mobile device for instant sharing online, and also allows a smartphone or tablet to remotely control the camera or display a live view image. Mobile devices can be paired via NFC or via a QR code displayed on the camera for non NFC-enabled phones or tablets.
    • PlayMemories Camera Apps are also supported via the built-in Wi-Fi connection, and allow you to personalize the camera's features depending on specific shooting styles. Apps are available to suit creating portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot, and other specific types of imagery.
  Other Camera Features
  • • Zoom Assist can be assigned to a custom function button and used to automatically zoom out from the scene in order to re-locate a subject, and then released to quickly return to the zoomed-in position.
    • Step Zoom lets you configure the zoom ring to only cycle through fixed popular focal lengths as the ring is rotated, including 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85, 100, 135, 200, 300, 400, 500, and 600mm. Quick Zoom, on the other hand, can be assigned to a custom function button and lets you move throughout the zoom range in a fluid, seamless manner by rotating the zoom ring.
    • A Silent Shooting mode makes use of an electronic shutter function for completely silent performance that is ideal for photographing in noise-sensitive areas. This electronic shutter also permits working with shutter speeds up to 1/32,000 sec. for photographing in bright conditions.
    • Clear Image Zoom can be used to magnify the center of scenes by 2x to effectively extend the reach of the lens. This digital zoom technology uses an intelligent interpolation process to minimize the amount of image degradation in order to produce realistic, high-quality images.
    • Eye AF is a dedicated autofocus mode that bases focus on recognized subjects' eye for portraits, and can be configured to prioritize either the subject's right or left eye.
    • White balance adjustment can be finely controlled using detailed sliders that span the amber-blue and magenta-green axes for more precise control over how color tones appear in various lighting conditions.
    • Benefitting manual focus operation, Manual Focus Assist can be used to magnify a portion of the scene for making more precise, detailed adjustments. Peaking is also available to highlight strong edges of contrast for more objective determining over sharp focus.
    • A Dual Rec mode allows you to record 17MP stills, without pixel binning, while simultaneously recording video. Auto Dual Rec takes this process further by automatically recording stills at a chosen frequency or when a new composition or subject is recognized.
    • When recording in UHD 4K, 8MP still frame grabs can be saved during playback for use as a still image. If working in Full HD, 2MP stills can be taken from video files.
    • Scene Selection: Portrait, Sports Action, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Handheld Twilight, Night Portrait, and Anti Motion Blur.
    • Picture Effect: Toy Camera, Pop Color, Posterization, Retro Photo, Soft High-Key, Partial Color, High Contrast Mono, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Richtone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, and Illustration.
    • Creative Style: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn Leaves, Black & White, Sepia, and Style Box.
  UPC: 027242899681
• SanDisk 64GB Extreme UHS-I SDXC Memory Card
  • First Look: Sony DSC-RX10 III
  Designed for SD devices that can capture Full HD, 3D, and 4K video, as well as raw and burst photography, the 64GB Extreme UHS-I SDXC Memory Card from SanDisk has a capacity of 64GB, is compatible with the UHS-I bus, and features a speed class rating of V30, which guarantees minimum write speeds of 30 MB/s. If your device does not support the V30 standard, this card also supports the U3 standard, which likewise guarantees minimum write speeds of 30 MB/s. Read speeds are supported up to 150 MB/s and write speeds max out at 60 MB/s. A built-in write-protect switch helps to safeguard against the accidental erasure of card data.
  
  While this card has been designed for cameras that are UHS-I / V30 / U3 compatible, it may be used in devices that do not support UHS-I / V30 / U3. However, bear in mind that this card will then default to your device's speed class and bus rating, such as UHS-I and U1, which supports minimum write speeds of 10 MB/s, or Class 10, which also supports minimum write speeds of 10 MB/s. UPC: 619659170684
• Ruggard Hunter 35 DSLR Holster Bag
  • First Look: Sony DSC-RX10 III
  The Hunter 35 DSLR Holster Bag from Ruggard is slightly larger than the Hunter 25 and holds a DSLR (up to semi-pro size) with lens attached, face down, in shooting position. When you're ready to shoot, simply remove your camera, get the shot and replace your camera in the bag. The zippered top of the bag opens away from your body for fast access to your gear. This also serves as a security feature since no one but you will be able to see inside the bag. The bag has a water-repellent exterior and smooth polyester lining that helps prevent scratches to the finish of your camera/lens combo. Inside, there are two removable touch fastened strips that can be configured to support your gear. For storage, there is a front zippered organizer panel, mesh side pocket and two side loops that accept optional pouches. On the inside of the quick-release flap, there are two touch fastened memory card pockets. The bag is carried by its removable shoulder strap, top carry handle or belt loop that will leave you hands free. The zippers have yellow pull tabs that make the bag easy to use while you're wearing gloves.
  Carry-on Form Factor
  • FAA and airline carry-on specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your airline before designating this case as a carry-on item. Most airlines require carry-on items to have an external linear measurement that is equal to or less than 45.0" (114.3 cm). The external dimensions of this case add up to 20.9" (53.1 cm)
  UPC: 847628559004
• Watson NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1100mAh)
  • First Look: Sony DSC-RX10 III
  The Watson NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack works with the same cameras as the Sony NP-FW50. This replacement battery pack features a capacity of 1100mAh, 7.4V of output power and 8.14 watt-hours. Small and lightweight, lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effect.
  Compatible Cameras
  • Alpha a3000
  • Alpha a5000
  • Alpha a5100
  • Alpha a6000
  • Alpha a6500
  • Alpha a7
  • Alpha a7R
  • Alpha a7S
  • Alpha A560
  • Alpha A580
  • Alpha DSC-RX10
  • Alpha ILCE-QX1
  • Alpha NEX-3
  • Alpha NEX-3N
  • Alpha NEX-5
  • Alpha NEX-5N
  • Alpha NEX-5R
  • Alpha NEX-5T
  • Alpha NEX-6
  • Alpha NEX-7
  • Alpha NEX-C3
  • Alpha NEX-F3
  • Alpha SLT-A33
  • Alpha SLT-A35
  • DSC-RX10
  • ILCE-QX1
  UPC: 847628544314
• Hoya 72mm alpha MC UV Filter
  • First Look: Sony DSC-RX10 III
  The Hoya 72mm alpha MC UV Filter is a general use, clear filter that helps to absorb ultraviolet light. No additional coloration or contrast is provided, allowing you to pair this filter with others.
  
  The UV filter is also useful as a general protective filter to leave on lenses at all times. Filters help to reduce dust and moisture from reaching your lens element and provide additional protection in case of drops or situations where scratching could occur.
  
  Hoya alpha UV filters are multi-coated for reducing flare, ghosting, and reflections on the filter surface. As a result, a higher light transmission of approximately 96% is possible, providing you with additional contrast and high color fidelity.
  
  The alpha filters are constructed from optical glass and a precision milled aluminum frame.
  • Absorbs UV light, which often makes outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct
  • Clear filter provides no additional coloration or contrast, allowing you to pair this filter with others
  • Works as general protection filter to reduce dust, moisture, and scratches from reaching lens elements
  • Multi-coating helps to reduce flare, ghosting, and reflections on the filter surface for higher light transmission of approximately 96%, resulting in greater contrast and color fidelity
  • Crafted from optical glass and a precision milled aluminum frame
  UPC: 024066056061

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• NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (1020mAh)
• AC Adapter
• Micro USB Cable
• Shoulder Strap
• Lens Cap
• Shoe Cap
• Lens Hood
• Eyepiece Cup
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

• Watson - NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1100mAh)

• Hoya - 72mm alpha MC UV Filter

• SquareTrade - 2 Year Drops & Spills Warranty

Includes Free

• SanDisk - 64GB Extreme UHS-I SDXC Memory Card

• Ruggard - Hunter 35 DSLR Holster Bag

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Technical parameters

• Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III Digital Camera

  Pixels	Actual: 21.0 Megapixel Effective: 20.1 Megapixel
  Sensor	1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS
  File Formats	Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: AVCHD 2.0, MP4, XAVC S Audio: AAC LC, AC3, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM (Stereo)
  Max Resolution	5472 x 3648
  Aspect Ratio	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
  Image Stabilization	Optical & Digital
  Color Spaces	sRGB, Adobe RGB

  Lens	Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar, 18 Elements in 13 Groups 6 Aspherical, 8 ED Effective Focal Length: 8.8 to 220mm (35 mm Equivalent: 24 to 600mm) Aperture: f/2.4 (W) to f/4 (T) to f/16
  Filter Thread	72mm
  Zoom	Optical: 25x Clear Image Zoom: 2x Digital: 4x
  Focus Range	Wide: 1.18" to Infinity / 3 cm to Infinity Telephoto: 2.36' to Infinity / 72 cm to Infinity

  ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 100 to 12800 (Extended Mode:64 to 12800)
  Shutter	Type: Mechanical Speed: 30 to 1/2000 Second in Bulb Mode Type: Mechanical Speed: 30 to 1/2000 Second in Program Mode Type: Electronic Speed: 30 to 1/32000 Second in Aperture Priority Mode Type: Electronic Speed: 4 to 1/32000 Second in Auto Mode
  Exposure Metering	Center-Weighted, Multi, Spot
  Exposure Modes	Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Memory Recall, Movie, Panorama Shot, Program, Scene Selection, Shutter Priority Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV Steps)
  White Balance	Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade
  Continuous Shooting	Up to 14 fps at 20.1 MP Up to 5 fps at 20.1 MP
  Self-Timer	2, 5, 10 Sec

  Flash Modes	Auto Flash On Off Rear Sync Slow Sync Wireless
  Built-In Flash	Yes
  Effective Flash Range	Wide:3.3 to 35.4' / 1 to 10.8 m Telephoto:3.3 to 21.3' / 1 to 6.5 m
  External Flash Connection	Hot Shoe, Wireless

  Memory Card Type	SD SDHC SDXC Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed) Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo Memory Stick Micro Memory Stick Micro (M2)

  Video Recording	Yes, NTSC/PAL
  Resolution	3840 x 2160p: 30 fps, 24 fps 1920 x 1080p: 120 fps, 60 fps, 30 fps, 24 fps 1920 x 1080i: 60 fps 3840 x 2160p: 25 fps 1920 x 1080p: 100 fps, 50 fps, 25 fps 1920 x 1080i: 50 fps 1920 x 1080p: 960 fps, 480 fps, 240 fps 1920 x 1080p: 1000 fps, 500 fps, 250 fps

  Video Clip Length	Up to 4 GB or 29 Minutes
  Audio Recording	Built-In Mic: With Video (Stereo) Optional External Mic: With Video

  Viewfinder Type	Electronic
  Diopter Adjustment	-4 to +3 m
  Viewfinder Coverage	100%
  Screen	3.0" LCD Rear Screen Tilt (1,228,800 Pixels)
  Screen Coverage	100%

  Connectivity	1/8" Headphone, 1/8" Microphone, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, USB 2.0
  Wi-Fi	Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Built In

  Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C

  Battery	1 x NP-FW50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1020 mAh

  Dimensions (W x H x D)	5.2 x 3.7 x 5.0" / 132.5 x 94.0 x 127.4 mm
  Weight	2.41 lb / 1095 g with battery and memory card

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.4 x 6.3 x 6.1"

• SanDisk 64GB Extreme UHS-I SDXC Memory Card

  Card Type	SDXC
  Storage Capacity	64 GB
  Bus Type	UHS-I
  Speed Class	10
  UHS Speed Class	U3
  Video Speed Class	V30
  Data Transfer	Read Speed: 150 MB/s Maximum (Burst) Write Speed: 60 MB/s Maximum (Burst) Write Speed: 30 MB/s Minimum
  Built-in Write-Protect Switch	Yes
  Wireless Capability	None

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	9.0 x 6.8 x 4.5"

• Ruggard Hunter 35 DSLR Holster Bag

  Carrying/Transport Options

  Belt Loop, Handle, Shoulder Strap

  Exterior Dimensions	7.3 x 5.3 x 8.25" / 18.5 x 13.5 x 21 cm
  Exterior Material	Nylon
  Type of Closure	Quick Release, Zipper

  Interior Dimensions	6.5 x 4.5 x 7" / 16.5 x 11.4 x 17.8 cm
  Interior Material	Polyester
  Weight	10.3 oz / 292.0 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	10.0 x 7.0 x 5.5"

• Watson NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1100mAh)

  Capacity (Wh)	8.14 Wh
  Amp-Hours	1100 mAh
  Chemistry	Lithium-Ion
  Output Voltage	7.4 VDC
  Dimensions (W x H x D)	2.2 x 1.4 x 0.5" / 5.6 x 3.6 x 1.3 cm

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	5.4 x 3.2 x 1.1"

• Hoya 72mm alpha MC UV Filter

  Filter Type	UV
  Filter Factor	1 (+0-Stop)
  Shape	Circle
  Circular Size	72 mm
  Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet	72 mm
  Filter Material	Glass
  Ring Material	Aluminum
  Coatings	Multi-Coating

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	4.3 x 3.6 x 0.5"

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