Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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.
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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
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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: bhpho.to/3vsW5EE NOW DISCONTINUED
Leather Wrist Straps attached to the cameras: 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). patreon.com/markgaler
Mark's supporting website: 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: paypal.com/paypalme/alphacreativeskills
#SonyAustralia #SonyAlpha #SonyAmbassador #SonyAlphaANZ #sonydigitalimagingambassador sonydigitalimagingambassador
