With the RX1R III, Sony is trying to build on the success of other manufacturers - especially Fujifilm - with high-end \ compact cameras. Unfortunately, the ten-year-old predecessor has only been half-heartedly revised. A new lens would have been appropriate for the higher-resolution sensor and the resolution of the viewfinder is also not convincing in view of the premium price...
Sony RX1R III
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Rediscover the joy of simplicity. The RX1R III combines a 61MP full-frame sensor with a masterfully tuned ZEISS 35mm F2 lens in a stylish, elegant body that's compact enough to take anywhere. With fast AI-driven autofocus, cinematic video and built-in creative tools, you can focus on what really matters - the moment in front of you. No lens changes, no hesitation, just instinctive framing and remarkable detail in every picture.
Memory card type | SD |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Camera equipment | Lens built-in |
Aperture | f/2 |
Continuous shooting mode | 5 FPS |
Item number | 60115389 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | DSCRX1RM3B.CEC |
Release date | 28-7-2025 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Material group | Metal, Plastic |
Material | Plastic |
Scene mode | Landscape, Night, Portrait |
Scope of application | General application |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Camera equipment | Lens built-in |
Image stabilisation method | Electronic image stabilisation |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe, TTL |
White balance | Automatic |
Exposure compensation | ± 5EV in 1/3 steps |
Closure type | Electric, Mechanical-switch |
Flash modes | Flash off, Flash on |
Image sensor resolution | 61 Mpx |
Image resolution | 9504 x 6336 pixels |
Image sensor type | Exmor R CMOS Sensor |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Crop factor | 1 |
Supported page ratios | 3:2 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 100 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 32000 |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/2 |
Aperture | f/2 |
Focal length | 35 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 35 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 35 mm |
Filter thread | 49 mm |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | TFT |
Resolution | 2359296 Pixel |
Display functions | Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2360000 Pixel |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Minimum focus distance | 14 cm |
Autofocus type | Hybrid |
Autofocus areas | 693x |
Shutter speed | 1/4000 – 30 s |
Min. shutter speed | 30 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/4000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 5 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 120 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4K (30fps) |
Memory card type | SD |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | HEIF, JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | LPCM |
Connections | 3.5mm microphone, Micro HDMI (Type D), USB-C |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | NP-FW50 |
Power capacity | 2.90 Wh |
Supported charging power | 2.9 – 5.5 W |
Fast charging technology | USB PD |
Country of origin | Japan |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Lens cap, NP-FW50 rechargeable battery, Shoulder strap, without charger |
Width | 113.30 mm |
Length | 87.50 mm |
Height | 67.90 mm |
Weight | 498 g |
Product Safety |
Length | 18.20 cm |
Width | 18.10 cm |
Height | 14.30 cm |
Weight | 1.30 kg |
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Supports chargers from 2.9 to 5.5 watts with USB PD.
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Nikon1,2 %
- 1.Olympus1,2 %
- 1.Sony1,2 %
- 5.Rollei1,3 %
- 6.Fujifilm1,5 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 6.Panasonic7 days
- 7.RICOH9 days
- 7.Sony9 days
- 9.OM System10 days
- 10.Pentax12 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 8.Pentax5,2 %
- 9.Denver5,6 %
- 10.Sony5,7 %
- 11.AGFAPHOTO6,1 %
- 12.RICOH6,2 %
Source: Galaxus
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Overall ratingVery good95/100
Very good99/100
- The Sony RX1R IlI impresses with its high level of detail
- very low image noise and fast object detection in a compact housing
- The fixed display means you are no longer quite as flexible
- Image stabilisation is also missing
- In addition, the battery performance is rather weak.
The Sony RX1R III delivers first-class image quality with its 61 megapixel full-frame sensor and the tried-and-tested Zeiss 35 mm f/2. Its AI-supported scene recognition works precisely, the "Step Crop Shooting" function increases flexibility and the housing looks elegant and compact...
Without ratingNo rating
- Compact, robust housing, albeit with a somewhat thick lens
- Very high resolution in the centre of the image
- Useful image quality up to ISO 3,200
- Screen not movable Missing image stabiliser
- Slow continuous shooting function
- High resolution edge fall-off
Very good96/100
- Exceptional image sharpness
- Detailed shots
- High-quality lens
- No optical image stabilisation
- Not ideal for sport and action
The Sony Cyber-shot RX1R III is a premium compact camera that impressed with its exceptional photo quality when tested. The camera's back-illuminated full-frame sensor has a very high resolution of 60 megapixels, while the fast Zeiss fixed focal length offers 35 mm. There is no optical zoom, but the high resolution allows very good internal camera cropping to 50 mm and 70 mm...