The New Sony RX0 II Features Internal 4K Recording and a Vlog-Ready Flip-Up Screen

Written by Matt Kilefner
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Published on March 26, 2019
Sony RX0 II
Sony RX0 II
Matt Kilefner
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Many cameras aren’t able to withstand the elements, but the same can’t be said for the latest Sony release. The miniature and durable RX0 II is not only resilient, but supplies the shooter with 4K video recording, a 180-degree flip LCD monitor, and several shooting modes. Users can take premium imaging and recording on-the-go with the new RX0 II.

Key Features: 

  • 1.0-type CMOS sensor
  • ZEISS Tessar T* 24mm f/4 lens
  • 4K 30p recording
  • Super slow-motion recording at 960fps/1000fps and Full HD at 120fps/100fps
  • 16fps burst shooting
  • 1/32,000 sec anti-distortion shooting
  • Soft skin effect, Eye AF, and Picture Profile
  • LCD monitor with 180 degrees of tilt
  • Smartphone editing and sharing
  • Lightweight, compact, sturdy duralumin body
  • Waterproof, shockproof, dust-proof, crushproof
  • Can be accessorize with handle grip and microphone
Sony RX0 II
Sony RX0 II (Image via Sony)

Packed with Quality and 4K Recording:

The new Sony RX0 II puts a 1.0-type CMOS sensor in a subtle frame with a ZEISS wide-angle 25mm f/4 lens to produce excellent image quality. The output creates photos with low noise, wide dynamic range, and full details. And, incredibly, the pocket-sized RX0 II can record in 4K at 30p.

Beyond fine image and footage quality, the RX0 II adds several shooting modes and effects to help capture any scene. The Soft Skin effect paired with Eye autofocus ensures pristine selfies and portraits, while Picture Profile quickly applies color correction to your footage.

The RX0 II features super slow motion recording at up to 1000fps, while also offering interval recording between one to sixty seconds for time lapse shots. For quick motion settings, the RX0 II has burst shooting of up to 16 shots per second, or anti-distortion shooting at a shutter speed of 1/32,000 of a second.

Sony RX0 II
Sony RX0 II (Image via Sony)
Sony RX0 II
Sony RX0 II (Image via Sony)

Inventive Design with 180-Degree Flip Monitor:

The RX0 II is seriously tiny — the body measures 2.3” x 1.4” x 1.6”. All the incredible features mentioned above can be tucked into your pocket and carried anywhere. Not only is the new Sony a compact powerhouse, it’s waterproof down to 33 feet, shockproof from a height of 6.5 feet, crushproof up to 440 pounds of force, and dust-proof. The RX0 II can be reliably taken into any setting the shooter can tolerate.

Another cool feature of the new RX0 is the 180-degree tiltable LCD monitor. It’s like the front-facing camera on a smartphone, but with incredible picture quality. Selfie-takers and vloggers can comfortably capture all the content they desire.

Sony RX0 II
Sony RX0 II

Link with Smartphone and Accessories:

The new Sony can be equipped with gadgets such as a gimbal for smooth shooting and an external microphone for clean audio recording. The RX0 II can also be connected to a smartphone to further enhance the shooting and editing process. Users are able to quickly improve their footage with the Movie Edit add-on, and share their content on social media.

The new Sony RX0 II will be available for preorder starting Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 10 AM EST. 

Matt Kilefner
Matt is a director of photography at a creative studio in New York City. Feel free to check out his portfolio at mattkilefner.com and get in touch at mattkilefner@gmail.com.