Sony RX100 II, with new sensor, Wi-Fi and LCD flip

Sony has renewed the RX100, and does so with the new  Sony RX100 II . Equiada with a new 1.0 type CMOS sensor Exmor R backlit increases sensitivity while reducing image noise. Combined with the aim f1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T *, get photographs and Full HD movies clear and natural in any shooting situation.

Wi-Fi technology facilitates wireless camera with a smartphone / tablet to quickly transfer photos and videos. It is also the first Sony camera with NFC (Near Field Communication), so that takes advantage of the convenience of One-touch connection with smartphones and Android tablets. No need to configure anything, just touching the mobile device with the RX100 II and instantly create a wireless connection between the two. One-Touch Remote allows you to trigger the camera even from your smartphone, ideal for group shots where you do not want to stay out of the action.

The undeniable appeal of the camera for photography enthusiasts now reinforced with a new shoe Multi Interface and Multi Terminal. You expand photographic possibilities with optional accessories such as the electronic viewfinder, a powerful external flash or a stereo microphone, through the versatile Multi Interface Shoe. The Multi Terminal also add other options such as a remote switch.

White Magic LCD screen of 3 inches, is hinged, up and down, allowing greater freedom when composing photos with comfort.

Modes now include Full HD 24p/25p recording getting softer style of cinema. Among other improvements, including a step zoom function, accessible through the customization menu of the camera. Instantly, you can choose from five common focal lengths using the control ring: 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm or 100mm: is an intuitive option to zoom in and zoom out when in a hurry.

The PlayMemories Mobile app has been updated to allow one-touch of the RX100 II, and now features an enhanced user interface. It is available for free on Google Play for all Android smartphone.

The new compact digital camera Sony RX100 II will be available in Europe from mid-July 2013. The sale price will be 750 €

Main Specifications:

Model	RX100 II
Image sensor	Exmor R ™ CMOS sensor type 1.0 (13.2 x 8.8 mm) with backlight technology (Effective Resolution) Approx. 20.2 megapixels (Full resolution) Approx. 20.9 megapixels
Target	Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T *, with 7 elements in 6 groups (4 aspherical lenses including AA), F1.8 (Wide) - 4.9 (Tele) Focal length = 10.4-37.1mm, 35mm effective focal length (photo 3 2) = 28-100mm
Zoom range	Optical: 3.6 x, Clear Image Zoom 7.2 x
Screen	7.5cm TFT Xtra Fine LCD (3 inches) (4:3) / 1,229,000 pts. /; Tilt up 84 ° / down 45 ° (approx.)
Image Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot (photos) Optical SteadyShot Active Mode (videos) with electronic compensation (anti-rolling)
Focus Modes	Simple AF (AF-S) / Continuous AF (AF-C) / Direct Manual Focus (DMF) / Manual Focus
Focus area	Af-multipoint (25 points) / Center-weighted AF / Flexible Spot / Spot Flexible (focus tracking) / Flexible Spot (face tracking)
Sensitivity (photos)	Auto (ISO160-12800, selectable upper / lower limit), 160/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800 (Expandable to 100/125) Multi Frame Noise Reduction: Auto (ISO160-25600), 200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600 Note: ISO25600 is achieved using overlapping burst of images
Continuous Shooting	Continuous Mode emphasizes speed: Approx. 10fps Continuous mode: 2.5 fps (AF-S)
Shooting Modes	Superior Auto, Intelligent Auto, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Priority shooting, Manual, Scene Selection, Videos, Sweep
Picture Styles	Toy Camera, Pop Color, Posterize, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color, High Contrast Monochrome, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich Tone Monochrome, Miniature, watercolor illustration
Other Shooting Functions	Face Detection, Face Registration, Smile Shutter, Dual Shot, Grid, digital spirit level (pitch and roll), MR (memory recall), exposure bracketing, white balance bracketing, Peaking, MF assisted, Full Auto, Creative photos , Shooting Tips
Video Recording	AVCHD: PS 28M (1920 × 1080 50p/60p) / FX 24M (1920 × 1080, 50i/60i, 24p/25p) / 17M FH (1920 × 1080, 50i/60i, 24p/25p) MP4: 12M (1440 × 1080, 25fps/30fps) / 3M VGA (640 × 480 25fps/30fps) * NTSC selectable as an option in the setup menu
Autonomy	(Photographs) Approx. 350 / Approx. 175 min. (CIPA standard) (Video) Approx. 80 min. (AVCHD, MP4, shot in the factory default mode)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 101.6 x 58.1 x 38.3 mm (CIPA standard)
Terminals Accessories	Multi Terminal, Multi Interface Zapata
Weight	Approx. 254g (body only) Approx. 281 g (with battery and Memory Stick Duo)
Supplied Accessories	Rechargeable NP-BX1, Micro USB cable, wrist tape, shoulder tape adapter, User manual