Sony launched the RX10 V in Singapore, reviving its all-in-one superzoom camera series with a fifth-generation model aimed at enthusiasts looking for wider shooting flexibility without carrying around multiple lenses.
The new camera houses a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-600mm equivalent lens with a relatively bright F2.4-4.0 aperture, a feature of the RX10 series.
The 25x optical zoom range covers everything from everyday wide-angle photos to distant wildlife and sports action, all in one body.
Rather than asking you to choose a lens before you leave the house, the RX10 V strives to do just about anything. Family outings, school sports days, birds that are perched in an inconvenient distance can all be approached with the same camera.
The RX10 V is equipped with a 1.0-inch stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with approximately 20.1 million effective pixels, combined with Sony’s BIONZ XR image processor. The larger sensor and brighter integrated lens are also intended to provide smoother background separation than traditional small-sensor superzooms, especially at long focal lengths.
Macro functionality provides even more versatility. Focus is achieved from approximately 3cm at the 24mm end, and telemacro photography is possible from approximately 72cm at the 600mm end. According to Sony, this processor also improves noise control at medium and high ISO settings, helping preserve color, texture, and detail even in indoor or low-light environments.
RX10 V includes 12 Creative Look presets that allow users to adjust colors and textures in-camera. The updated D-Range Optimizer offers a wider adjustment range reaching level 8, allowing you to lift shadow detail even in strongly backlit scenes without the need for more complex post-processing.
However, the more important upgrade is autofocus. Sony equipped this camera with an AI processing unit and real-time recognition AF, carrying over the technology associated with its new Alpha mirrorless cameras.
The system can recognize humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains and planes, and in automatic mode it can identify the subject category without the photographer having to make a pre-selection.
Human pose estimation allows the camera to identify and continue to track a person even if their face is turned away or hidden behind a helmet or sunglasses. Touching your subject activates real-time tracking, and the camera follows your movements while you focus on framing.
RX10 V performs autofocus and exposure calculations up to 60 times per second and supports continuous shooting without blackouts at up to 30 frames per second with full AF and AE tracking. The continuous shooting speed boost feature also allows you to change the burst rate while shooting.
Video specifications have also evolved. RX10 V records 4K footage at up to 120 frames per second, and after proper recording and editing processes, can play up to 5x slower motion in 4K. It features active mode stabilization for handheld shooting, and the multi-interface shoe supports compatible digital microphones.
AI subject recognition also supports auto-framing, which automatically adjusts the crop to keep the subject in the frame during video recording. S-Cinetone provides a more complete cinematic look straight from the camera. S-Log3, on the other hand, is available for users who prefer more flexible color grading. You can import up to 16 user LUTs and monitor the looks you choose during your shoot with Log.
For cameras that are likely to be used for travel or events, not only specifications but also ease of use are important. Sony has revised the grip and controls based on the design philosophy of the Alpha mirrorless series, while maintaining a sturdy body that should be more stable and easier to hold than a compact travel zoom.
The electronic viewfinder has been updated to a 0.5-inch Quad-VGA organic EL panel with approximately 3.68 million dots and 0.78x magnification. The 3-inch LCD on the back has approximately 1.62 million dots, allowing you to view composition and image confirmation more clearly.
The RX10 V uses Sony’s NP-FZ100 Z series battery and is capable of taking up to approximately 630 still images when using an LCD monitor, an improvement of at least 50% compared to the RX10 IV. This is a useful advantage for cameras that are intended to spend long periods of time away from the charger.
The main unit has a dust-proof and moisture-proof structure, but complete protection is not guaranteed. Connectivity includes dual-band Wi-Fi, USB-C data transfer, and support for 4K 30p live streaming. The camera also works with Sony’s Creators app for smartphone transfer, remote control, cloud uploads, and software updates.
The RX10 V will be available to order from July 10, 2026 through the Sony Store in Singapore and selected authorized dealers. The price is S$2,799.
As part of an early bird promotion running from July 10 to 31, buyers will receive a black Wotancraft 3.5 Liter Pilot Travel Camera Sling Bag worth S$190, while supplies last.
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