Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII Digital Camera

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Unfortunately, the LCD and the EVF will black out when connected to an external monitor via HDMI.

Both are great cameras that produce very good images. If you need a longer zoom, then go with the Sony.

The Sony RX100 VII does include an AC adapter with a USB connection and a Micro USB cable in order to charge the battery within the camera. If you prefer a separate charger, you may purchase the Sony BCTRX Battery Charger, B&H # SOBCTRX. https://bhpho.to/2tfobTZ

The Sony RX100 series cameras typically don't have lens issues, it also depends on usage, If you get sand in the camera, etc... This camera should last several years, at least 5, without having issues.

The playback of HFR video files can be done directly on the camera or when connected via HDMI. The file would need to finish processing in camera before the next action.

While the iPhone definitely has it’s uses, the RX100 VII has a 1”sensor for much more accurate capture of color and light. It has far superior image quality with a broad range zoom lens to capture a variety of subjects with smooth and seamless zooming while shooting video. Low light capability is noticeably better for those times when a flash or video light would ruin the ambiance of the photo or video. Capturing action is far better with the Sony. You can freeze action with great ease as well as having smoother panning with 4 stop stabilization to aid in low light photo or video. And for the occasion that you may want to enlarge an image, you can make a high quality enlargement to hang on your wall or give to a relative. Having Eye Auto Focus and Animal Auto Focus is a huge plus when capturing people and or pets. And finally, having the ability to produce quality bokeh or background blur is easy with the RX100 VII when shooting in aperture priority or manual mode.

While the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII Digital Camera is not specifically threaded for filters, there are 3rd party options out there that allow for the mounting of filters.