The Sony DSC-RX100 II is an updated version of the RX100, which in our opinion brings mostly surface level upgrades to the camera. The sensor and the lens remain the same as the predecessor, which is bound to generate mixed feelings, however, all is not lost.

Large 1-inch sensor allows high ISO shooting without much noise; Fast f/1.8 aperture at 28mm end; Extremely fast AF; Incredibly sturdy and compact

No quick access to all settings; Telephoto aperture of f/4.9 is slow

Sony announced its Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II alongside the Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R on 27 June this year. As the name makes clear, the RX100 II is an upgraded version of the original Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 that impressed us greatly when we tested it in AP 14 July 2012.

The product was delivered promptly and with company seal intact. To my surprise the product was accompanied by a free sony 4 GB memory stick and sony camera case; which was not explicitly mentioned in the product deatails while ordering. Hats off to JJ mehta and homeshop18.

Sony stepped up to the plate and knocked a home run with the refined RX 100 II - this compact camera packs a big punch in image quality and overall ease of use. Sony's leading compact boasts a Carl Zeiss lens, which stands up to its Hollywood reputation, and is matched with a backlit sensor, which...

Small size; great image quality; good video options

Small size; great image quality; good video options

I've had the Mk2 for 1-2 months now & the photos seem to be of high quality but I have had problems with the AVCHD videos - there is a constant & irritating background noise on the audio, much like a distant helicopter or an old-fashioned film projector, which I have been told by Sony support to be...

Photo quality; build quality

AVCHD background noise; clunky menu interface

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II Digital Camera has something on it that the I, III, IV, V, and VI do not have, a flash hot shoe. So, what's the big deal with the hot shot I will tell you, in the real world interior flash shots with a pop up flash just do not make it for me.

I've been using this camera for a few months. When I want great pictures without the need of a DSLR. This is a great addition to my DSLR full frame.

Affordable; excellent quality; Small; Superbe Filming Stability

Not As Much Fun To Shoot

I'm glad I bought it. After some very late night prints, I'm thrilled. Bottom line: the photo quality is great. Pros. Small Quick to focus and quick between shots Excellent lens with decent zoom range Good JPEGS and very good RAW files Nice controls and the front adjustment ring helps Well built...

"I bought this camera two weeks ago and it hasn't left my hands. Every aspect of it is quality. I have had a Canon 20D for years and still really enjoy it, but was tried of carrying around 8 lbs of camera plus lens. The RX1002 fits in my pocket so it goes with me everywhere I never miss a shot.

After a thorough research, I've purchased this camera that has all the exceptional picture quality and ease of use. Though I wanted to buy a DSLR, I've opted to buy this one which is compact in size and equal in quality. WIFI feature is good and tilt screen is a +