Failure of the first generation RX100
I use a first generation Sony RX100 as the camera that I carry when I go out.
I bought this camera in January of 2016.
At the time, even the RX100M4 had been released, so the first model was available at a great price.
In addition to the price, I wanted to prioritize lightness since I always carry it in my bag, so I chose the lightest first generation.
But a few days ago, when I took the camera out and turned it on, it did not work properly.
When I tried to zoom, the lens moved jerkily, and then the camera itself stopped responding.
The message “Please turn the power back on" was displayed on the screen.
I turned the power back on and it started up, but the zoom behavior was somehow strange. When the camera is in a good mood, I can take pictures normally, but when it is in a bad mood, it does not zoom smoothly.
Then, the camera would say, “Please turn the power back on" again and would stop responding.
I watched it for a few days, but the frequency of the malfunction is increasing. I have used it for 6 whole years, so I thought it was time to consider replacing it….but.
The first generation has already been discontinued, so the successor model would be a candidate.
Looking at the models currently on sale on the Sony site, everyone is heavier than the first generation, so I don’t feel like buying one.
RX100M7 (302g), RX100M5A (299g), and RX100M3 (290g). The first generation’s 240g was the lightest in the series. (*All weights include battery and card.)
No, before that. I can’t pay 100,000 yen for a compact digital camera. It’s impossible.
If I will buy one, I’ve decided that it should be a camera with 1-inch sensor or better, so considering the price and weight, Canon’s G9X mark2 would be my candidate.
Or should I choose to repair the RX100?
I looked at the price and it seems to be 16,500 yen. I like RX100, so maybe I should consider repairing it.
I’m not in a hurry, so I’ll take my time and consider it.