Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II was announced in 2013 and is a 1-inch (13.2 x 8.8 mm) Advanced Compact camera with 20.2 Megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 160 to 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. The camera has a Tilting 3.0" screen with 1,229k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

Here is the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 series lineup

	Model	Date	Sensor	Native ISO	Screen	Price
	Sony RX100 VII Compare	July 2019	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 921k dot Touchscreen	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 VA Compare	July 2018	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 VI Compare	June 2018	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot Touchscreen	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 V Compare	October 2016	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 IV Compare	June 2015	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 III Compare	May 2014	20.1 MP 1-inch	125 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 II	June 2013	20.2 MP 1-inch	160 - 12,800	Tilting 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H
	Sony RX100 Compare	August 2012	20.2 MP 1-inch	100 - 25,600	Fixed 3.0" 1,229k dot	amazon B&H

You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VA vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III.

In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II.

Here we are comparing Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II to its predecessor Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and displaying the major changes.

For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100.

In 2014 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II was replaced by Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II and its successor.

For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II vs Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III.

Tilting screen

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,229k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes this camera very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

BSI-CMOS Sensor

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II features a 20.2 megapixel 1-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 116.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

The camera has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Camera can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 5472 x 3080, 4864 x 3648, 3888 x 2592, 3648 X 3648, 3648 x 2736, 2736 x 1824, 2592 x 1944, 2592 x 1944 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The camera has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi

Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Input and HDMI Output

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Type D Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II comes with NP-BX1 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot.

Shutter

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II's shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Exposure

Camera's exposure metering ranges from 0 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±3 EV range. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment.

Flash

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II has a built-in flash with maximum range of 15.00 m ISO Auto W and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II has dimensions of 102 x 58 x 38 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.5"). It weighs 281 g (0.62 lb / 9.91 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

102 mm (4.02")

58 mm (2.28")

58 mm (2.28")