Product Reviews

Brought this for travel as it is compact and have 10x zoom

I Bought this camera as a travel camera. I already have a Sony RX100 MkIII which has a longer-reach lens but its bulkier and gives one away as a tourist when one is desperately trying to mingle with the locals! It is a brilliant camera and takes fabulous photos. If you have experience of the Sony 1" chip sensor then you'll appreciate its capability already. Buy this camera if you want a camera that takes good photos in well (to nearly well) lit environments. You can put it in your pocket, on your belt or in a hand bag. It weighs 300g approx. so it's light. If you buy this camera then you MUST consider buying a "grip" for it as without a grip you're more than likely to drop it. It is not Tactile. Sony should have included this in the original design but haven't and that is a shame on such a resourceful and innovative conglomerate company.

I replaced my full frame equipment whic h was underused with this compact little camera and I am delighted. Some incredible features producing great results so far.

Bought this product 3 months ago and it has had to be returned to Sony for repair. For a product that is expensive not impressed, as it appears that it's failure to boot up is not uncommon

Great camera. Ease of use of wi-fi connection could be improved.

Great image quality; must learn more; good hard copy manual would have been appreciated.

I was looking for a high quality, ultra compact camera for when I travel, and after exhaustive online research and trying various manufacturers and models in store, I chose the RX 100 VII and I am delighted with my choice. The auto focus is as good or better than any I have experienced on any camera bridge/mirrorless. Virtually every shot comes out pin sharp and perfectly exposed. The quality of the images this camera produces is outstanding. As well as being accurate, the auto focus is super fast and you can turn the camera on point and shoot in under a second! The camera has all the functionality you could need, and whilst navigating some of the functions takes some getting used to, with practice and experience it becomes quite quick and easy to change essential settings as you go along. I have had a passion for photography for over 40 years and have some very good cameras over the years, and I would go as far as saying this is my favourite camera that I have owned! If you’re looking for an ultra compact camera that packs an impressive punch and delivers images worthy of a much larger camera, then look no further!

A reliable camera for on the go point and shoot. Surprised not many manufacturers produce an equivalent compact sized camera post Covid with layman features for zoom and macro. The RX100VII did just that, keep it up !

Purchased this as an alternative to my AlphaR7MK2. Easy to carry around for general shooting on holidays etc. Excellent features similar to the Alpha but with the addition of latest face and eye AI for humans and animals. Mainly shoot in Aperture priority but the scene modes work very well. The 24-200 focal length is very good as is the focusing. Only limit appears to be the maximum f11. Downloading of photos is a bit confusing but works very well using the Imaging Edge Mobile app. once sorted. Video not fully tested yet but lots of choice available and tracking feature is excellent. Menu can be a bit confusing if you are not used to the Sony system.

Love the compactness of this camera and the quality it is able to deliver. The range of customizations, options and its superb build quality make this my daily "go-to" camera. Another Sony masterpiece!

Does everything our bulky SLR kit did but compact and far easier to carry and operate. Expensive but worth the money as it's lilely to be used far more.

I have a RX100M4 and it served me well. However, I needed more range in the lens and the M7 with 24-200 zoom fits the bill exactly. I lost some speed in the lens but this is a reasonable trade-off given that I gained much more in the zoom range from 70 max in the M4 to 200 in the M7. This is an extremely versatile and convenient travel camera. The compact size, together with the 24-200 lens fits all my needs. As I like to print my pictures (up to A3+ size), the high resolution and high quality capture allow me to do so effortlessly. Some improvements I would like to see in the camera are a) a built-in GPS to capture the location of the shoot. No doubt it can be done by linking with your handphone but the process is clumsy and slow. b) a more ergonomic button to control the ASA & focus mode

Like it very small and performance is very good. Picture is very clear and auto focus is great. Only down side is the battery life is short and do not have a good grip as the camera is small.

I bought almost month ago. Review talk about it very well. I really looking for something light to not use always my A7R4. Hopef in a small miracle from Sony. 90% true. For Rx100-7 I need zoom super fast, more autofocus dots and more clears pixels.

Bought it to use with the Ronin Mini 3. Seems to be a sturdy piece of engineering. Well manufactured. My initial use confirms very fast AF but I haven't yet tried it in low light or high contrast. If everything else is as good as the build quality I don't expect to be disappointed.

Had sold off my trusty RX100M4 the week before and felt something is missing in my pocket as an everyday camera. Decided to get the RX100M7 for the upgrades and eye focusing. Been using it and testing it and planning to make this my travel camera due to the 200mm focal length (max zoom). Even with the 200mm zoom the camera form factor is still the same as the M4 although the lens is a bit slower now but I think I can live with that. Remember to get a couple more spare batteries if you plan to use it the whole day.

I bought this camera a month ago and was amazed of the excellent photos taken

The Sony RX 100 v11 is now my main camera that I use. It is very neat and fits into my pocket . It takes beautiful pictures. It has a lot of very useful features including very good cine . My DSL camera with all the lenses is now too heavy to carry around especially going on holiday . I do belong to a photo club and phots with this camera do very well in competitions.

Bought this a week ago I've been in photography over 59 years as a photographer had most top brands this is my first pocket camera. I find it simple in auto but a bit complicated in manual but once I sorted out the menu and settings it has lots of good features but if you dont have a good grasp of a modem digital camera without a good instruction book people might struggle with it for a while But for me it's just what I was looking for

Negative - Expensive for a travel camera - no geotagging - more advanced features than are needed for type of camera - Lack of grip requires separate purchase. Lack of touch facility to select menu items. Positive - advanced camera in a very small package - well made - good lens - good image - many advanced settings if needed.

I am afraid of scratching the screen, I am still waiting for the free screen protector that the retailer promised me. But I have made hundreds of pictures at home and in the garden, with very satisfactury results. The prefix of the photo's I have set to TST. In the summer we go to Lapland and I hope to have mastered by then all the features of this great camera.

Amazing what Sony have fitted into such a small, beautifully made camera. I can’t fault anything. Results are terrific and the suite of menus give you everything (and more) than you could ever need or want. And an excellent lens.

This camera, for its size, takes excellent photos. The image quality and rapid focussing is everything the reviewers say. Some say the zoom is too long but I disagree, it gets you right up close and produces images you would otherwise not have got. It sets it apart from a Smartphone. It feels solid, but the buttons are small with little feel. It's also a little slippery, the Sony grip (which costs an extra £12) should be included as part of the package.

This was the very pocketable camera I was looking for to compliment my a6400. This albeit expensive compact digital camera is very powerful and has a lot of the same menu functions as the larger one. It is so easy to learn as a result and can go where I need to travel ultra light or in crowded environments. The picture quality is outstanding and the ability to shoot RAW photos is a welcome addition. Although not the smallest or lightest in its class, it will fit in any pocket I have and be unobtrusive. I am very happy with my decision to buy the camera.

I used RX100 IV for many years with its versatile 28-70 zoom lens always helpful as a second and compact camera. I recently upgraded to VII. Its even more versatile 28-200 zoom lens and improved responsiveness, it is a fantastic compact to carry in my pocket and also accompany my main camera. Its features are excellent, beautiful rendering of colour, and autofocus speed sometimes it beats my main camera. I love it.

Amazing camera I love the view finder (main reason I choose the camera) 4k video is great I use the Sony touch sd card Most pics come out great from the box where some dark lighted pics have taken adjustments in the settings which is a little fiddly tbh, But with time to get use to this little beast, it will be my best friend I’m sure

great camera but a couple of niggles - fantastic focus

Still getting used to it...many options in set up some not as easy as described in manual.

Its light weight, easy to use and easily transfers to phone via wifi connect so I can post it on my social media. Its perfect for travel!

Bought the M7 a few weeks ago, great camera, amazing photos but a silly design issue. The movie button is right next to the thumb rest and, from experience, very easily pressed by accident. Missed a few photos because while carrying the camera, I've caught the button. Checking the manual there's an option to diable the button unless in movie mode, that's now set. Could I have read the manual first? The last page of the pdf is page 634.

I bought this a month ago for a mountain hiking trip as I did not want to lug my mirrorless A7II with a large lens, up the mountain. This little pocket camera saved me over 1kg of bag space, which was better used for carrying supplies. The image quality and AF are superb too. Used full AUTO all the way as I was too tired to bother with the settings, and I'm glad I trusted the camera to figure out the optimal settings as the images were sharp and crisp. If you can afford this camera, it truly is the best compact camera around which can replace your DSLR/mirrorless. There's gonna be a high chance my mirrorless will be neglected from now on.

I bought this recently. It is an excellent camera with a real quality feel. The resolution is excellent and colours are very true to what you see.

This is a recent upgrade from my RX100 V which I carried everywhere...... I was really only interested in the extended reach of this lens and was surprised to find a whole bunch of additional new features which although welcome, resulted in the setup and menus much more complicated. However, once set up with configurations I like in the memories, it's a lot easier to use, although I occasionally hit a wrong button by mistake! My preference is actually for a much larger camera which I can hold without fear of dropping, and with a much larger electronic viewfinder through which I can clearly see what's going on. But here's the bottom line for me: in general this camera has a similar featureset to the full-size Sonys, all crammed into a pocketable body. No other camera is like it. It's a winner.

Great camera with features of a DSLR that can fit in your pocket. Fantastic zoom and autofocus.

I bought it a few weeks ago and have been exploring the features in RX100vii. I like it because of it compact size and I brought it along during my morning walk. I like the sharpness of the photos. However, the battery seem like draining out faster than expected.

Bought this camera to replace DSLR only had it for two weeks does every thing I want and more

I am already a Sony a7iii convert however I wanted something a little more lightweight for hiking without having to sacrifice too much on quality. It's taking me a little longer than I expected to adjust to the size and I'm almost afraid it will slip through my fingers, however it handles well and I'm confident it will meet my needs when I get back on the hills. I look forward to sharing my views with this beauty!!

I bought this RX100 VII camera recently after being on a vacation trip and feeling that my RX10 IV was a little big to carry around. The RX100 VII has all the same features (some even better) with less but adequate zoom range for vacations. 4K video is great with Active Image Stabilization. I am used to the Sony menus so that isn't a problem. I did buy a Small Rig wooden handle for the camera and really recommend it since the camera is hard to hold onto.

The RX100 VII is great complement to the cameras on my smartphone. The unit is small and light. The physical zoom and the larger sensor provides are an improvement over those offered by a smartphone, but easy to carry and use.

I received my camera as a gift and have had a wonderful learning and taking simple professional shots.

I bought this a few weeks ago. I’ve had this range before and decided to go up a grade to the Nikon Z range, after a year l swapped back to the compact Sony. I’m so glad I did, it’s light weight, it has the same lens as my Nikon but for me the fact that I can put this smart camera in my handbag is a winner, also it does everything l need and a lot more. I’ll so glad l return to the new version of my old favourite, that will teach me never to change again.

I wanted a compact camera to use for ad hoc photographs on a daily basis. I don't always carry my mobile phone with me. The RX100 VII suited my purposes.

The battery cannot last long while I need to transfer back photos to my mobile by WiFi, I even don’t use this as video shooting , for photos transfer, not user friendly while I just want to choose few and not all in the same day, while I need to transfer the same day photo by bulky, it will repeat the sent photos and sent again to my mobile

I bought this in December and have been very pleased with it. The picture quality is superb and it can be carried in my pocket rather than being loaded down with a bagful of kit

Tedious and time-consuming to change settings in manual mode. Pictures are overexposed no matter the adjustment. No fine focus. Pictures require ample editing to look mediocre. I took the camera back to best buy and they suggested a factory reset which didn't help much. Would give 0/5 stars if possible considering how much I paid. Very disappointing. I purchased this camera as a median camera to take on vacation since it was compact but still had the ability to shoot manually. My honeymoon pictures are wasted. I can't salvage them with editing they are so overexposed. I have taken the camera on 4 trips now hoping each time I would figure out the settings. So many missed opportunities for great memories.

Bought 1month ago.. with promotion price. Easy use and easy bring out

It is early days: initial impressions are really good. I've upgraded from the Mark111 and really like the extended lens range. The quality of the images are good with a fast autofocus. I'm still wading through the instructions - this is not very user friendly not intuitive. As others have commented, the casing is 'slippy' so care needed at all times. Looking forward to more trips with this camera.

I have now owned this for a year and love it. I take it everywhere even though I have an I-Phone 13

Bought this camera during the Black Friday sale, plus a £100 cashback from Sony. This brought the price down to a competitive level. The camera has not disappointed me: very good focus and picture quality. I took it to a concert and got some excellent shots of the performers on stage from 100m.

I got the camera as a present for christmas. It is easy to use. The pictures can be send to my smartphone via WLAN.

Bought this camera a month ago because of its size and image quality. Definitely top quality images with a camera that easily slips into jacket pockets.

I was previously using a DSLR camera, but the motherboard went. I mostly used it on auto settings and never really used it to it’s full potential, so I made the decision to purchase a compact camera. I did my research and this came out well. I’ve not yet been disappointed at all! The quality of the photos I have taken so far is amazing. And it’s so easy and intuitive to use. I would recommend buying a grip as it’s quite slippery otherwise. I agree with some that the buttons are close to one another, but I have small hands so this isn’t an issue and you do get used to them. I’m still learning about some settings, but once I do, this camera has so much scope. It also has a fantastic zoom! I would highly recommend this camera. You won’t be disappointed! (I’ve added photos so you can check out the quality!).

I’m usually shooting full frame and film, and the RX100 VII is a good back-up pocket-size for the moments when I do not want to carry my gears, or just need to take a few first impressions of the location for a further professional shooting

I use a lot my RX10M4, my wife uses the old yet still very good tiny Canon S120. The S120 can produce good pics, with it's F1.9 lens, but it is no match for the 1" sensor of the RX100 and it's superfast focus, the viewfinder etc. etc... So I replaced the S120 with RX100, and decided on the m7 version because of longer zoom and maybe better tracking, while still keeping a good Image quality. Since I am familiar with the RX10m4, it was is easy enough to set the menus to my liking. To my surprise, though the RX100 wrights significantly more than the S120, still it is very compact and fits into the S120 small belt pouch.

I received this camera for my 60TH birthday and it is all I hoped it would be. I don’t think I will ever need or use all its functions. All my cameras in the past have been better than the old ones they replaced and the step up was noticeable, and always pocket zooms. However, with this camera the improvement was huge, particularly indoor/ low light photos.

Having had previously the versions 3 & 5 this version 7 was a natural progression. So far I’ve been very pleased with this camera. The longer zoom is impressive in such a compact body, as well as the cameras specification! The detail in the photographs is very good and sharp! It makes me wonder why I used to lug SLR’s and lenses around. The RX100vii makes photography enjoyable again.

I bought this camera a couple of weeks ago to replace my Lumix LX-100, with Sony's promise of a £100 refund in 30 days, it was almost cheaper than a replacementr LX-100. It drops easily into my coat pocket and is read to shoot instantly.

I have only been using this camera for a couple of weeks and in that short time have found the camera to be a most versatile and capable camera. I am an experienced photographer and found that this little camera is the perfect one to take out when your larger system equipment just seems unnecessary. An ideal camera for those wishing to travel on light or on holiday and still be able to return with excellent images.

I have been buying these 1" sensor camera ever since they came out. I upgraded almost all of them. I was not sure whether I would see any benefit moving up to the VII but boy was I wrong. This is a wonderful tool that can be as simple or complicated for truly exceptional photo's

This little compact does a fantastic job of most photography genres. I love the telephoto lens that in this model v 7 is up to 200m. It also has a digital viewfinder which is perfect when the sun makes looking at the lcd screen difficult. It has many automatic functions that help the inexperienced photographer but these can also be turned off when you just want to do things manually. Both the still image and video quality can be tuned to the users needs and multiple connectivity options allow you to upload your content easily, if required. A great compact for walks, travel, wildlife and landscape needs.