DPReview TV: Sony RX10 IV Review 

Just bought this camera (May 2023). It is brilliant. So fast, incredible image quality, fine up to 3200 iso, great 4k video and that lens… peerless.

Chris yelling "F5.6!!!" made my day =D

I like when you guys film with the camera you are reviewing

I absolutely love that you guys are sticking to what we TCTS TV subscribers love about you. Don't ever change!

8:17 lol that angry shout

The Camera Store bus scene was classic. 👌

Wow. What a difference when you get the right reviewers for the company. Never a fan of dpreview RU-vid channel review. But now it will be my to go channel for review. Nice job guys. Keep it up. And stay original.

Channel growing???? Of course it's going to grow, especially you are Chris and Jordan. You two guys are a great team and work extremely well together. DP Review is lucky to have you and you them. Your reviews are sensational and the video to match. Keep doing what you are doing and your subscribers will be even larger than they were before. Please don't forget what you always did for the Christmas reviews, when you talked about next years tech over drinks, hilarious. You two are bright stars on the RU-vid horizon. There are plenty of people on You Tube that need to step up their game, but you two are not one of them. Keep up the good work.

nice to see, that your humor is still around... love you guys...

Having both in depth photography and video reviews, humour and Canadian make you two my favourite reviewers. You guys and the straight pipes for cars. They also Canadian.

These were like your best pictures ever in a review, Chris! Really really liked them! :)

So much review in one single comedy video!

Now that you guys are doing this show on a weekly basis, I am very happy and hope the pressure to produce high quality reviews won't be too great in the long run.

Love y'all's reviews! So informative and you make it so fun to watch!

I bought this camera a couple weeks ago and i'm really loving it. It's perfect for just walking around town taking shots, and it produces video MUCH better than my rebel camera. It's definitely not a camera for a pro sports photog or wedding photog, but for a guy who likes taking photos and making silly youtube videos it's perfect. Also the electric zoom can be controlled with the mobile app which is nice for someone who films themselves with a camera on a tripod.

Thanks for the thorough and cool photographer's-eye-view of this camera.

The best camera review I have ever seen. The stills made me want to go out and take pictures. I don't shoot video often, but I really like Jordan's take on the video capabilities of cameras.

Great review. Very thorough and informative. As well as a high production value.

You are best in DP review rather than the TCSTV! All the best for your new journey ✌️

After a year of other reviews, you guys still top them all. Good explanation about what we want to know and nothing else. I'm sure you have more info on the website for those who are crazy picky with specs that will just be topped with the next camera.

Just bought this in May 2024 and took it to Chobe River. Love it and photos are sharp. Glad that I left the 70-240mm and 400-600mm lenses at home. Getting old and carrying heavy weight lenses would kill my back. Batteries lasted relatively long for its size. Love it.

For a lot of people, this is all the camera you'll ever need. And for all the focal length it has, it may be cheaper in the long run than buying multiple lenses. I'm hoping the next version has the new Sony battery and at least UHS-II SD if not XQD for a damn near infinite buffer. The addition of built in ND filters would be awesome even if a bit of bulk was added. The camera has great ergonomics as long as you're not back button focusing. The MI hotshoe is handy too because it allows you to use anything you already have for other Sony cameras. I was able to use a Phottix Odin II on it which is awesome.

I just bought this one...can't wait to put it to use!! Thanks for the detailed review!

Where da update ? Sony ???

I dunno why buy I enjoy listening to Chris. Lmao It feels like a close friend is patiently talking u through everything. And Jordan is always veeery informative with the video part of the review. 👌👌👌. Love that u guys work with DPreview now 😁

Excellent job on the video guys, lots of great shots too.

Having been an amateur enthusiast with an SLR back in the day and a DSLR up until recently, I lost interest in photography (certainly with the DSLR) for some reason (well, mainly the need to lug bodies and lenses around when I travelled). Now, with a view to getting back into photography by taking advantage of these kinds of cameras that do so much in a single unit, I really appreciate your review. I've just starting looking at the range of bridge cameras out there, and hope to see more from you guys. Clear, concise, honest and entertaining. Keep up the good work.

Such a helpful video for someone like me who has recently bought a Sony RX10iv. Thank you!

Damn how I love DPreview! Thanks for the great job in this review!

You guys did so amazing on this review!!

Love your work guys 👌 great balance of entertainment and information 😃

...Just have to take a moment to say: these guys are absolutely the best camera reviewers out there. DPR was totally right to snag them from TCS. The. Very. Best.

Nice to see you have a new haircut Chris!

Minivan of cameras - haha, so true! I got the RX10 III for my mom and she loves it. Great review guys!

That snap at 3:04 of the model and image is stunning. Well done.

Master class on how reviews should be done :)

Really great to see how fast u guys put out new videos. Thats what i was hoping for when u switched to dpreview. the time between tcstc videos was kinda long and lonely.

Not a camera that I'm much interested in, but an excellent review as usual. Glad you enjoyed my backyard.

Just got this camera. Surw hope the next version has a few tweeks thats for sure. But I'm excited to put this one to use until the mark V comes out.

This is as good an ad for Monterey as it is for the RX10 IV. And that means great. I was just in Monterey last weekend and, having been there dozens of times, I never tire of it. And as much as I resist getting a bridge camera (even though I've owned two 1-inch models) I would love to get my hands on one of these Sonys. Good job.

Dang, that girl at 13:25 looked like Jackie Kennedy in some awesome jeans. Anyway, price and drawbacks aside, the results from this camera were great in my opinion. I'm not a Sony fan, but they do come out with some very nice gear. Nice review guys.

8:14 best scene of any camera review ever in recent history hahahaha

Great video guys. Love the style, keep it up!

Awesome! Seems like nothing has changed with the move in terms of your videos! Also, I was really impressed with the sharpness of the video on this camera. Watching on my 4k screen I was leaning in to look at all of Jordan's beautiful sharply rendered stubble!

As usual..another great review...Thank you..!!

Fantastic review!! I always learn a lot from you guys and you’re a lot of fun too. I’ve also subscribed.

very fair review Chris and Jordan...one of my favorite Sony cameras ever...and Jordan, I am with you -- I would like the RX10II v2 as well!! Give me the PDAF, back button focus, stacked sensor AND the NDs and you've got a fantastic camera! Nice to see you guys at Kando!!

Thank you for the great review! Love my RX10 III. The review did not quite answer whether the RX10 IV is a worthy upgrade, but still enjoyed hearing your opinions a lot. Never looked at it as the minivan of cameras, but love the analogy.

Nice review. Also about time DP-review got longer videos about cameras.

Great review, so comprehensive. You didn't cover minimum focal distance and macro, though. The price seems outrageous, as it appears to be the same hardware as the last generation with some software features like AF and continuous shooting. Lacking IBIS does not make sense, because when you zoom the picture seems to get soft, would be nice if there's IBIS working in conjunction with OIS. Wish there's manual zoom instead, much faster, but that means the lens wouldn't be able to pack up tightly when you turn it off. I like Jordan's idea of having a 24-200 mm lens with constant aperture instead, because 200 mm seems plenty of zoom, yet 600 mm makes it fun, yet images don't seem that sharp when you zoom all the way out. Maybe a competitor can do a 24-200 mm version, maybe Canon could. I've been anticipating this camera for a long time because I want to see a refresh that includes the new features of the rx100 v, especially the AF, which this camera seems to have outdone it with an A9 like AF. I think it's a great camera, but given the huge price increase, the lack of IBIS, and the softness, the slow on/off and the lack of manual zoom, and the small battery, it still doesn't feel perfected. For the price I want a near perfect product. I don't know, even if it were perfect it's still very expensive. I wonder if they are going to refresh the rx1 next.

very enjoyable piece, I love the camera...Thanks for the tips.

If anyone in Sony reads this, all I want in RX10 V (not necessarily for Cristmass) is (in order of priority): -UHS-II card slot -Focus point joystick -Improved IS -Improved weather-sealing -Their best AF in all non-HFR modes -Dual gain ISO -USB C for power, charging and data transfer -fully articulated touchscreen -bigger battery with longer battery life -tripod screw mount closer to the lens and not near the edge -5/6K30p 8-bit 4.2.0 (10-bit would be awsome) - internal -4K30p 10-bit 4.2.2 full width, oversampled (60p would be awsome) - internal -HFR same as RX10 IV but at slightly better quality -24-bit audio without XLR adapter? I would pay any money!

Just picked one up, for a bridge camera it is great. I love having the reach and I am willing to give up sensor size for what I need it for.

I just watched the conclusion and it was exactly what i expected to hear. What i didn't expect was for this camera to be one of your first Dpreview video reviews. Have people really been asking for this ? I will be waiting for the Tamron 28/75 f2.8 e mount review and the Sigma 70 macro and 105 f1.4 e mount reviews.

i love the rx10 ii . its an amazing camera, and man those rx10's just get great video.

Great review! Until this video, I was thinking to myself that since you guys moved to DPReview it seemed like you lost some of your mojo from your previous channel. Very entertaining and informative.

Nice video man. Love your vids

Thanks for the review guys. For someone who wants to shoot both photos and videos (for travel) would you still recommend the RX10ii or RX10IV? Love the lower travel weight of the RX10ii and constant F2.8 lens. Just worried that after 3 years the RX10ii is a bit outdated...

I like the minivan 🚐 analogy. Took me 3 sittings to watch this review. Difficult for me to get intrigued by a minivan. Lol. As always though happy to watch the content!

Great Vid as usual! More please very soon!!!!

Nice job guys!!

thanks guys-great video, im a big fan :-)

Great review! There was no mention of what you were using for recording audio though. Particularly on that zoom-in test video. I didn't see a lavaliere mic there, but you had one hidden, obviously. What did you use during that video shoot? I'm looking for a good mic setup for video, so I'd appreciate your response. Thx!

Great review, I subscribed! I have the RX10 Mk1 and I absolutely love that camera for travel, specially the lens. I'd also buy the proposed RX10 Mk ii 2 (with 24-200mm f/2.8 lens and the new sensor). Greetings from Brazil.

Those were some really nice shots all things considered.

Awesome Review! The camera is a beast for travel.

very good review !!!

What would your recommendation be between the Sony RX10iii, Sony RX10iv, and Panasonic FZ2500? I want this camera specifically to film hunts from open field edges to dense timber.

I'm still thinking about buying one, but waiting for RX10mkV..... great review :D

Another wonderful review. Loved this.

Another great review!

I agree with Jordan and thats why I like RX10 Mark 1. 1) Build in ND filter means you never run out of shutter speed and your flash works in the midday sun, and 2) constant 2.8 aperture means your video does not get dark as you are zooming in. RX10 Mark 2 is even better because it adds 4K. Mark 3 and Mark 4 removed the ND filter and changed it to variable aperture cameras.

I was able to get one used, a few months after initial release. At about 25% less than retail I think this camera is amazing! And the ergonomics - compared to my a6300 it's a dream to hold.

Smashing performance as always boys, indepth review, nice dialogue and classic corny humour, photo and video facilities compared and demonstrated . But would and could you guys do a video about the best and worst of the bridge camera sector, what they are great for and in particular the FZ 2500 .

Great report thank you

I’ve got this camera 2 years ago.. I can tell u it’s the best I’ve ever used.. I been using it in every new country I visit.

Your Photos were on Point today Chris.

Great review👍

Great review. I wish you had said something about the flash function and/ or possibilities.

Guys, thank you for this honest review. Is there any other option for interviews, gun&run style. And the most important not grabbing attention. I hand shoulder mount camera but not able to use it every where.

For future videos maybe think about including Dan with short tech analysis? He could record his segment in SF and then you'd merge it with the Canadian side of DPR. Anyway great video as usual, some amazing photos from Chris (3:00) and Dan (13:14), keep it up.

Hi guys, thanks for the review! How would you rate this camera for landscape and architecture photography? From 1 to 10

I cut my teeth with Minolta - when Sony bought the camera division I waited to see how things would go. So the first releases of Sony DSLRs backwards compatible with Minolta AF (D) lenses and flashes so all was well. So now my aging Alpha A350 body (14 MP) is now so dated. I've just now started to look around for my successor - this Bridge camera seems like a winner. It will not take the place of the truly Pro stuff but it is way above the typical point and shoot offerings out there. So The RX10 IV is my number one choice at this moment. My not willing to start over with a expensive DSLR set up of body, 6 lenses and high end flash. It would be $10K or more to replace everything I now have but be up to date. So onward with the RX10 (probably) Thank you for this review. I found it very helpful.

As from this day on you will be known as 'Creeper Chris' :) great review as always guys and great to see you are settling in well into your new home, pipe and slippers yet?

Like for the shouting out f5.6! Cheers & thank you for all your content.

OMG I 100% agree with Jordan about the RX10 2. I never owned that one, but I've used it, and I tell you what....I was turned off after they went superzoom and variable. If they did like he said, and made it with phase detect....I'd buy one too!

Thank you, its a fantastic option.

I'm trying to decide between this, the Panisonic Fz2500 and the Nikon P1000. Video will be school events in halls and the occasional sporting days. Primarily will be still shots. I love nature shots, especially birds and long exposures of waterfalls. Given that, i feel the low light capabilities is a must, but sometimes with nature it is impossible to get close to what you are photographing, hence i need a decent zoom with good quality images. Any suggestions or guidance?

So this is where I hang out for camera updates now since they moved out from TCS

Very nice job, Chris and Jordan, as usual. I'm glad DPR sniped you. I can actually support DPR by clicking on links to buy, whereas I couldn't reasonably support The Camera Store. Here's a video idea: Sony RX10 IV vs. an entry level APS-C camera with a couple lenses to make up the difference in cost. For example, and entry-level Nikon APS-C camera, a 24-120 lens and then a wide angle or telephoto? This is a good way to highlight what a fellow can get for his money. Subscribed.

Great test you two. The video quality out of this camera looks about like I thought it would, maybe a bit worse. If it was shot in S-Log 2, maybe I’d have a slightly different opinion, but the tight highlight roll off, absence of really any shallow DoF, soft image quality during long zooms, small sensor color palate/control, idk- I hoped I’d be more impressed. It reminds me of the X70 camcorder (for obvious reasons). Good test though guys.

is there any time limit in video shooting like nikon coolpix?how you reply sir..thanks

What camara would you recommend for jewelry pictures and videos ? Also just to take to events, beach etc with a good zoom ? Thanks

@4:54 FYI, the aperture ring click can be toggled using the switch on the bottom of the lens.

Hi, very good review. How good it is for macro pictures?

Is the rx10 iv menu system more complicated or about the same as a7 iii ? I'm considering the less expensive option. Im not a pro and have a limited budget.

I need help in choosing my first pro camera, the Sony Rx 10 iv or the Panasonic Lumix G9? Thanks

I do have this camera and agree low light is a issue but get the light on the subject and it Booms into action. love it but need a camera for that low light shot. enjoyed the video you sum it up well. thanks,, I'm now a subscriber... Ding

hi, for wildlife video (principaly) and photo is better the rx10IV or panasonic fz 2000/2500?

Hey guys! I got 2 questions about this camera! I need to now if the zoom of the lens can be controlled by one of the rings and not only via the stick on the shutter button. Second question is, what gimbal would work with this camera?