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Sony RX100 VA — Settings for Portrait Photography
Here are the recommended camera settings for portrait photography with the Sony RX100 VA. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.
Recommended Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| ISO | 100–400 |
| Aperture | f/1.8 – f/2.8 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/125s – 1/250s |
| White Balance | Auto / Daylight |
| Focus Mode | Single AF, Eye Detection |
These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Sony RX100 VA and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.
Camera-Specific Tips
- Use the Control Ring around the lens to quickly adjust your aperture without diving into menus. This tactile control makes it easy to fine-tune your exposure while keeping your eye on the scene.
- Activate Focus Peaking in the menu to highlight the edges of your subject in color when manually focusing. This feature helps ensure your subject is sharply in focus, especially in challenging lighting conditions.
- The RX100 VA's tilting LCD screen allows you to shoot from creative angles, like low to the ground or above your head, while still clearly seeing your composition.
- Customize the C (Custom) button to quickly access your most-used settings. This can save time and help you react swiftly to changing scenes.
- Enable the Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) to see a live histogram overlay, which helps you ensure proper exposure in real-time as you compose your shot.
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