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The Sony RX100 Mark III: A Pocket Camera that Packs a Punch

As I sit here with the Sony RX100 Mark III, it's hard not to feel impressed by what this small camera can do. It's truly one of the best pocket cameras on the market, and for good reason. Putting it beside its predecessor, the original RX100, is like comparing apples and oranges - while the new model may be slightly thicker, it's still incredibly compact and easy to carry around.

One of the biggest new features of the RX100 Mark III is the pop-out viewfinder. This is a game-changer for a camera of this size, allowing you to shoot pictures and video with a crisp 1.4 million dot EVF that gives you all the information from the LCD screen, including menus. The viewfinder pops up with a simple switch on the side, which powers up the camera. However, there is one minor downside - if you want to put the finder away, the camera turns itself off.

The rear of the camera features a bright and clear three-inch LCD that can be angled downward or flipped all the way up to get the perfect vlogging angle. For me, this has been incredibly useful when recording myself, as it allows me to see exactly what I'm doing without having to look away from the screen. The Sony RX100 Mark III really pulls out all the stops on the video side, thanks in part to its reasonably large one-inch sensor that allows for almost DSLR-like depth of field and dynamic range.

One of the biggest improvements over the Mark II is Sony's new XAVC HD 50 megabit codec, which gives you a lot more room to push your footage in color grading. You also get standard 24p and 30p footage, as well as 60p and 120p modes - the 60 FPS video looks fantastic, with almost no loss in quality. However, if you want to go even faster, things start to get a bit cropped out and drop down to 720p, resulting in some very soft footage that's just not worth it for most use cases. But let's be real, who doesn't love slow motion? Just don't expect me to ever use the 120 FPS mode - for that level of quality, I'd rather stick with the fantastic 60p mode.

Of course, one of the biggest limitations of the RX100 Mark III is its built-in mic. While it's not bad by any means, there's just no substitute for a good external microphone. Unlike DSLRs, which have a dedicated mic-in jack, you're pretty much limited to using the RX100 audio or getting an external solution. And let's be honest - telling people they're wearing silly glasses is just not that funny. But hey, at least it's a great excuse to get some decent headphones!

In addition to its video capabilities, the RX100 Mark III also features a ton of pro-level photography tools, including zebras and peaking, which make it easier to get exposure and focus right. And then there's the built-in three-stop ND filter - this is an amazing feature that's usually only found on very expensive pro cameras. Combined with the camera's brighter lens, you can shoot at much wider apertures than before, allowing for those gorgeous blurred backgrounds even in bright daylight.

Speaking of the lens, it's truly one of the best I've ever seen. It's equivalent to a 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8 lens on a DSLR - and that's saying something. The Canon 24-70 lens is over $2000, making this tiny camera an absolute steal. And let me tell you, it performs - the bokeh is absolutely fantastic, with nice and creamy flares even when shooting directly into the sun.

Of course, no review would be complete without talking about low-light performance. While it's not quite on par with a high-end DSLR like its bigger brother, the A7S, the RX100 Mark III still manages to impress. The lens is fairly bright and has good stabilization, which allows for some amazing shots in even the darkest conditions.

Finally, let's talk about autofocus. It's always been one of the RX100's strengths, and the Mark III is no exception. Autofocus grabs focus quickly and accurately, and it also has a five-frame-per-second burst that's better than many DSLRs in this price range.

So what does it all add up to? The Sony RX100 Mark III is an absolute powerhouse - one of the best pocket cameras on the market, hands down. Whether you're a serious photographer or just someone who wants a great camera for everyday use, this little guy delivers.