08Jan Sony RX10 & XLR-K1M adapter
I’ve been wanting to get a Sony RX10 in for review for awhile now. With a focal range of 24-200mm (35mm equivalent) and a constant f2.8 across the entire range, the Sony RX10 looks like a pretty decent camera on paper. On top of that it’s supposed to be compatible with the Sony XLR-K1M adapter (on the right) which gives it a full range of audio input functionality. Could this be a very nice little hybrid video camera?
Up close the Sony RX10 is a nice looking camera. The grip and design of the body in general makes it feel like a very skinny DSLR. Aperture and zoom ring operate nicely on the lens and all of the settings can be controlled with buttons. $1200 is a bit much for what I would normally call a point and shoot camera, but the Sony RX10 gives you the feel of a real DSLR and the 24-200mm f2.8 lens seems pretty nice.
If all goes well I’ll have a chance to pair up the Sony XLR-K1M adapter with the Sony RX10 this weekend. I’ll post some more info once i’ve had a chance to get a feel for it. I also plan to test out the clean HDMI out with Atomos Ninja to see how much improvement that provides. I’ll keep you posted.
January 8th, 2014 at 7:12 pm
That is interesting. If the lens it came with was detachable I think the price would be a bit more palatable, but a constant 2.8 zoom lens is a pretty big deal. I look forward to your tests.
January 9th, 2014 at 11:44 am
Amazing camera, very nice the “click” switch under the lens to “declick” the aperture ring for video. Can’t wait to see your review.
January 9th, 2014 at 11:51 am
I’m also interested in how the XLR-K1M adapter connects to the camera, the adapter has one hotshoe for mounting and another hotshoe with the connection. Seems to be a nice camera for run and gun shooting
January 10th, 2014 at 11:49 am
looked at some side by side comparisons of the internal codec and the Ninja and the difference was pretty dramatic in some cases, looking forward to your results.