Condition: Open Box (Like New)
This specific open-box unit is an identical-to-new, never-used camera that is simply missing its original retail packaging. As highlighted in our comprehensive Sony RX100 VII Review, its lightning-fast autofocus acquisition speed of 0.02 seconds and dedicated animal eye tracking make it an unmatched compact choice for shooting fast-moving marine life. It consistently ranks as one of our top-selling compact models and remains a highly recommended pick in our breakdown of the Best Underwater Cameras. With only one unit available, this is a rare chance to skip the backorder wait and get a pristine, field-ready camera at a discount.
To facilitate your ability to take the underwater, we have compiled the best underwater housing list for the Sony RX100 VII camera, offering expert advise on which is the best housing for your budget and goals. Contact our expert sales staff at Bluewater Photo if you feel you need more personalised assistance with housing this camera and getting the perfect kit to kickstart your underwater endeavours.
Some sample images taken underwater with the Sony RX 100VII
About the Sony RX-100 VII:
Sony RX100 VII: The Ultimate Compact for Underwater Photography
The Sony RX100 VII packs the performance of a professional mirrorless setup into a pocket-sized body, making it a top choice for underwater photographers (as referenced in our Best Underwater Compact Camera guide). Driven by a stacked 20.1 MP 1-inch sensor and the BIONZ X processor, it eliminates shooting blackout so you never miss a fraction of a second when tracking fast-moving marine life like dolphins or schools of fish. Its standout feature is an advanced autofocus tracking system, complete with Animal Eye AF, which locks onto underwater subjects with unparalleled precision. Combined with lightning-fast 0.02-second AF acquisition and pristine 4K video capabilities, it remains the most capable and highly rated compact camera for underwater imaging.
Quick Highlights & Buying Specs
| Sensor & Resolution | 20.1MP 1" Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor |
| Processor Pipeline | BIONZ X Image Processor & Front-End LSI |
| Built-in Lens | ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* f/2.8-4.5 Lens (24-200mm 35mm Equivalent) |
| Autofocus System | Fast Hybrid AF with 357 Phase-Detect Points / Real-Time Tracking & Eye-AF |
| Burst Shooting | Up to 20-fps Blackout-Free Shooting |
| Video Capabilities | UHD 4K30p Video with HLG & S-Log3 Gammas |
| Viewfinder (EVF) | 0.39" 2.36m-Dot OLED Pop-Up EVF |
| LCD Monitor | 3.0" 921.6k-Dot 180° Tilting Touchscreen |
RX100 VII Review
Read our full Sony RX100 VII review to lean more about its features and why we love it for underwater photography.
Camera Features:
- 1" 20.1 MP stacked CMOS sensor
- Updated sensor and BIONZ X processor
- Built-in 24-200mm (equivalent) f/2.8-4.5 zoom lens
- 357 phase detection and 425 contrast detection autofocus points
- Lightning quick AF acquisition speed of 0.02 seconds.
- Improved autofocus tracking including Animal Eye AF tracking – for photo and video
- 20fps burst mode without blackout - 90fps burst mode for 7 frames
- Unlimited 4K recording time
- Active SteadyShot (electronic image stabilization) mode for shooting video
- Timelapse with interval shooting
- S-LOG2, S-Log3, and HLG picture profiles
- Pop-up EVF (2.36 million dots)
- No more built-in ND filter
- Tilting touch screen LCD
- Wifi and Bluetooth capability
Why It Is So Popular
- Pro-Level Speed Underwater: The zero-blackout 20-fps continuous shooting inherits DNA from Sony’s flagship Alpha 9 series, letting you track quick, erratic marine life flawlessly through your housing’s monitor or viewfinder.
- Unmatched Tracking Precision: Real-Time Tracking and Eye-AF act as a game-changer for fish photography, locking focus instantly on subjects where other compact cameras tend to hunt.
- Massive Housing Support: Because of its popularity, top manufacturers like Nauticam, Fantasea, and Ikelite offer robust housing choices, allowing you to easily scale your rig with wet wide-angle lenses and macro diopters.
Underwater Housing Options:
- Nauticam Sony RX100 Mark VI Underwater Housing
- Fantasea Sony RX100 Mark VI Underwater Housing
- Ikelite Sony RX100 Mark VI Housing
