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Sony has announced the Sony RX10 V, the fifth-generation model in its RX10 all-in-one super zoom camera series. Designed for photographers and content creators looking for a versatile all-in-one solution, the camera combines a 20.1 MP 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor, AI-powered autofocus, 4K 120p video recording, and a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 24-600mm F2.4-4.0 lens* offering 25x optical zoom. The Sony RX10 V also brings Sony’s latest imaging technologies, including the BIONZ XR image processor, dedicated AI Processing Unit, Real-time Recognition AF, and blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 30 fps.
AI Autofocus & High-Speed Performance
At the heart of the Sony RX10 V is a 20.1 MP effective 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor paired with Sony’s BIONZ XR image processor. The camera also incorporates a dedicated AI Processing Unit, enabling Real-time Recognition AF capable of detecting and tracking a wide variety of subjects.
The AI autofocus system supports recognition of:
- Humans
- Animals
- Birds
- Insects
- Cars
- Trains
- Airplanes
Sony’s Human Pose Estimation technology helps maintain accurate subject tracking even when faces are partially obscured or turned away.
The RX10 V supports blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 30 fps, while performing up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second to maintain accurate focus and exposure during burst shooting.
ZEISS 24-600mm Lens with Macro Capability
The camera features a built-in ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 24-600mm F2.4-4.0* lens, covering focal lengths from wide-angle to super-telephoto with 25x optical zoom.
The optical design also supports macro photography, allowing focus as close as 3cm at the 24mm end and approximately 72cm at 600mm.
Additional imaging features include:
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 12 Creative Look presets
- D-Range Optimizer with adjustments up to Lv8
- Reduced image noise at medium and high ISO settings through the BIONZ XR processor
4K 120p Recording & Creator-Focused Features
For video creators, the RX10 V supports 4K recording at up to 120 fps, enabling up to 5x slow-motion playback in 4K.
The camera also includes:
- Active Mode image stabilization
- AI-powered Auto Framing
- S-Cinetone
- S-Log3
- Support for up to 16 user LUTs
- Time-lapse recording
- Shot Mark
- Digital audio input through the Multi Interface Shoe
The RX10 V adopts an ergonomic design inspired by Sony’s Alpha mirrorless cameras and features a 0.5-type Quad-VGA OLED electronic viewfinder with approximately 3.68 million dots and 0.78x magnification.
A 3.0-inch adjustable touchscreen LCD with 1.62 million dots is also included for composing images and video.
The camera uses Sony’s NP-FZ100 battery, delivering up to 630 shots using the LCD or approximately 570 shots using the electronic viewfinder.
Connectivity options include:
- Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
- Bluetooth 5.0
- USB Type-C
- HDMI micro
- 4K USB live streaming
- Sony Creators’ App support
The RX10 V also features a dust and moisture resistant design for outdoor photography.
Speaking on the launch, Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics, said, “The RX10 series camera became a cult classic because it is a joy to shoot with in real-life scenarios, and its range is unparalleled in a compact camera body. With the camera’s fifth generation, we are bringing valuable features from our Alpha line to make the RX10 V a strong choice for wildlife, birding, and sports photographers.”
Sony RX10 V (DSC-RX10M5) Quick Specs
- Lens: ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-600mm F2.4-F4.0, 25x optical zoom
- Sensor: 20.1 MP 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS CMOS
- Processor: BIONZ XR image processor
- AI: Dedicated AI Processing Unit
- Autofocus: Fast Hybrid AF with 575 phase-detection AF points
- Subject Recognition: Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane
- Continuous Shooting: Up to 30 fps
- Video: 4K 120p, XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
- Viewfinder: 0.5-type Quad-VGA OLED EVF, 3.68 million dots
- Display: 3.0-inch adjustable touchscreen LCD, 1.62 million dots
- Storage: SD card (UHS-I/UHS-II)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C, HDMI micro
- Audio: 3.5mm microphone input, 3.5mm headphone output, Multi Interface Shoe
- Battery: NP-FZ100, up to 630 shots
- USB Streaming: Up to 4K
- Weight: ~1,111 grams (with battery and memory card)
The camera is priced at US $2,299.99 in the United States (~₹2,19,313.13 in India) and CA $2,899.99 in Canada (~₹1,95,445). The Sony RX10 V will be available from August 2026. Sony is expected to announce India pricing and availability at a later date.
Sony RX10 V Price & Availability
- Price: US $2,299.99 (~₹2,19,313.13 in India), CA $2,899.99 (~₹1,95,445 in India)
- Availability: August 2026 (US & Canada), TBA (India)
