Sony - RX1

[Zhenyu]

Very tempted to buy after checking out the specs and reviews online..but geez this is hell expensive! I would definitely rush to buy it if it's around S$3000..

 

[Thoth]

Very tempted to buy after checking out the specs and reviews online..but geez this is hell expensive! I would definitely rush to buy it if it's around S$3000..

Coz its just a Sony? It's hell expensive. LOL. Google more on d reviews n seriously d price does justify itself.

 

[obfuscate]

All the bros who replied to my posts on the price and availability of the RX1, will you buy at RRP or even close to it or do you have some lobang for a good price? I own the X2 and still do, tried selling it but the way the resale value has dropped in less than a year makes me think twice about getting the RX1 at this price point. On the other hand, I used to own a one of a kind R1 from many years ago and still look forward to something similarly special from Sony, I wonder if the RX1 will be it. Still waiting for reviews on any forum for someone to bring up the R1 when discussing about the RX1. So for others who do not intend to buy the RX1 now or in the near future, please dun reply to my post hor cause your opinions don't quite count for me. :bsmilie:

 

[Errz]

Does anyone have more info? I called up the shop at AMK and they mentioned that they don't have a clue when or how much. I dropped by at a Sony Style shop and was quoted RRP.

check with Click! ?

 

[Zhenyu]

Coz its just a Sony? It's hell expensive. LOL. Google more on d reviews n seriously d price does justify itself.

Nah, I mean it's too expensive for me. I wouldn't come to this thread if I had judgement on the brand. In fact I like Sony cameras, I am using Sony NEX 5N now.

 

[Rashkae]

All the bros who replied to my posts on the price and availability of the RX1, will you buy at RRP or even close to it or do you have some lobang for a good price? I own the X2 and still do, tried selling it but the way the resale value has dropped in less than a year makes me think twice about getting the RX1 at this price point. On the other hand, I used to own a one of a kind R1 from many years ago and still look forward to something similarly special from Sony, I wonder if the RX1 will be it. Still waiting for reviews on any forum for someone to bring up the R1 when discussing about the RX1. So for others who do not intend to buy the RX1 now or in the near future, please dun reply to my post hor cause your opinions don't quite count for me. :bsmilie:

There are already r1/rx1 comparisons on some dpreview forum threads.

 

[Thoth]

Nah, I mean it's too expensive for me. I wouldn't come to this thread if I had judgement on the brand. In fact I like Sony cameras, I am using Sony NEX 5N now.

RX1 is revolutionary... U should really check it out...

 

[obfuscate]

Made a few more calls today. It seems as if the camera will be on order basis and some shops have a rather long waiting list. Nobody seems to be selling lower than RRP. Availability is next week.

 

[Errz]

Made a few more calls today. It seems as if the camera will be on order basis and some shops have a rather long waiting list. Nobody seems to be selling lower than RRP. Availability is next week.

that's a premium u'll have to pay to be on the first batch. else, wait for couple more months.

 

[zixaw]

Here in Japan, the RX1 is sold out everywhere. Earliest date for next batch is mid January.

It is really a great camera. Anyone who says that it is too expensive really needs to put things in perspective. This is not your every day compact camera. Play around with another full frame camera and then compare with the RX1. You will see what the fuss is all about.

 

[trd2970]

Here in Japan, the RX1 is sold out everywhere. Earliest date for next batch is mid January.

It is really a great camera. Anyone who says that it is too expensive really needs to put things in perspective. This is not your every day compact camera. Play around with another full frame camera and then compare with the RX1. You will see what the fuss is all about.

What's the price over in Japan?

 

[clickcameras]

hope Click! will have demo set. kekekeke

RX1 expected to be here end of Dec, no price indication yet!

Lynn

 

[zixaw]

What's the price over in Japan?

Around JPY229000 to 240000. Give or take a few K before taxfree rebate.

All the accessories are out as well (EVF, OVF, leather full case, thumbgrip, screen protector etc) but most are also sold out.

 

[Errz]

worth it or not ...i guess will have to really hands on and look at the pic quality.

Sony RX1 First Impressions - Caleb Luke | Photographer | Caleb Luke | Photographer

"So, was it worth it?

I will, perhaps, catch some flack for this, but my answer would a most definitive “Yes!”. I know, I know, I’ve literally had the RX1 for only 8-10 hours, but I really feel I can, already, without a doubt give nod to what Steve said- This camera just pumps out great looking images. And it does it so effortlessly. The JPEG’s are simply amazing to me, I didn’t even have to do anything in post, I found them aesthetically pleasing right out of the camera. That’s a first for me- Not even the Fuji X100 did it this good, in my opinion. Too much enthusiasm? I don’t think so. I’ve longed for a camera that I could carry on me all day long, (that wasn’t huge and intrusive, yet had full frame DSLR image quality and depth of field) come home, upload the pictures onto my PC and be done and happy with the results. This is that camera."

 

[Thoth]

worth it or not ...i guess will have to really hands on and look at the pic quality.

Sony RX1 First Impressions - Caleb Luke | Photographer | Caleb Luke | Photographer

"So, was it worth it?

I will, perhaps, catch some flack for this, but my answer would a most definitive YYes!.. I know, I know, Ivve literally had the RX1 for only 8-10 hours, but I really feel I can, already, without a doubt give nod to what Steve said- This camera just pumps out great looking images. And it does it so effortlessly. The JPEGss are simply amazing to me, I didntt even have to do anything in post, I found them aesthetically pleasing right out of the camera. Thatss a first for me- Not even the Fuji X100 did it this good, in my opinion. Too much enthusiasm? I dontt think so. Ivve longed for a camera that I could carry on me all day long, (that wasntt huge and intrusive, yet had full frame DSLR image quality and depth of field) come home, upload the pictures onto my PC and be done and happy with the results. This is that camera."

Self poison bro? Not very wise. Haha

 

[zixaw]

A few comments about the RX1. Not so much the camera itself but the accessories.

1. No battery charger is included in the box. Instead you get a USB charger that plugs into the RX1 to charge the battery.

2. EVF uses a different connector from the current Sony Nex 5N/R from what I can tell. Why not make it the same?

3. Thumb grip not well thought out. It blocks the Play button. The thumb grip swivels out to provide access but that's just bad implementation.

4. Using the thumb grip will prevent the use of the EVF.

5. The full case does not accommodate the hood, thumb grip, EVF, OVF etc

6. Camera strap included in the box is really poor quality.

7. Unlike the RX100 full case, the RX1 full case does not come with a strap.

8. EVF rubber eye cup is not fitted well. It does not sit well on the eye piece.

The camera itself is well made and feels good and solid BUT the packaging and accessories feel cheap (except for the OVF) and is poorly thought out.

 

[RT9]

i thought I saw a price here : Sony Singapore | Sony Days 2012 : Cyber-Shot >>$3,999

 

[kei1309]

A few comments about the RX1. Not so much the camera itself but the accessories.

1. No battery charger is included in the box. Instead you get a USB charger that plugs into the RX1 to charge the battery.

2. EVF uses a different connector from the current Sony Nex 5N/R from what I can tell. Why not make it the same?

3. Thumb grip not well thought out. It blocks the Play button. The thumb grip swivels out to provide access but that's just bad implementation.

4. Using the thumb grip will prevent the use of the EVF.

5. The full case does not accommodate the hood, thumb grip, EVF, OVF etc

6. Camera strap included in the box is really poor quality.

7. Unlike the RX100 full case, the RX1 full case does not come with a strap.

8. EVF rubber eye cup is not fitted well. It does not sit well on the eye piece.

The camera itself is well made and feels good and solid BUT the packaging and accessories feel cheap (except for the OVF) and is poorly thought out.

then don't buy it. why get a camera just to complain about the accessories? the main thing is that YOUR CAMERA ALREADY WORKS AS IT SHOULD.

if you're not intending to get it, then the heck you're complaining about? let those who are intending to get it complain. sheesh.

 

[zixaw]

then don't buy it. why get a camera just to complain about the accessories? the main thing is that YOUR CAMERA ALREADY WORKS AS IT SHOULD.

if you're not intending to get it, then the heck you're complaining about? let those who are intending to get it complain. sheesh.

Wow, defensive... Who made you the forum police? Can't even post objective comments anymore?

I own the RX1. My comments are through my own experience of using the camera and all the available accessories. If the camera came with everything I needed fine but it does not, not even a battery charger. Therefore it is not just about the camera anymore.

Furthermore, these are not third party accessories, these are made by Sony specially for the RX1.

 

[Errz]

A few comments about the RX1. Not so much the camera itself but the accessories.

1. No battery charger is included in the box. Instead you get a USB charger that plugs into the RX1 to charge the battery.

2. EVF uses a different connector from the current Sony Nex 5N/R from what I can tell. Why not make it the same?

3. Thumb grip not well thought out. It blocks the Play button. The thumb grip swivels out to provide access but that's just bad implementation.

4. Using the thumb grip will prevent the use of the EVF.

5. The full case does not accommodate the hood, thumb grip, EVF, OVF etc

6. Camera strap included in the box is really poor quality.

7. Unlike the RX100 full case, the RX1 full case does not come with a strap.

8. EVF rubber eye cup is not fitted well. It does not sit well on the eye piece.

The camera itself is well made and feels good and solid BUT the packaging and accessories feel cheap (except for the OVF) and is poorly thought out.

guess those r the cons.. show us the pros (pic~~) hehe