Drop an ARW file from your Sony RX100 II (DSC-RX100M2) and get the exact mechanical shutter actuation count in seconds — processed entirely in your browser, never uploaded anywhere.
Check Shutter Count →The Sony RX100 II (DSC-RX100M2, 2013) refined the original RX100 formula with three meaningful upgrades: a back-illuminated (BSI) Exmor CMOS sensor for better high-ISO noise handling, a Multi Interface Shoe enabling optional accessories including the FDA-EV1MK electronic viewfinder, and a 180°-tilting 3-inch LCD for selfies and low-angle shooting.
The core identity — 20.2 MP 1-inch sensor, ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 28–100 mm f/1.8–4.9 lens, pocketable body — remained identical to the original. The II is often the sweet spot for buyers who want the RX100 lens and form factor but also want EVF capability via the accessory shoe.
| Spec | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Model name | DSC-RX100M2 | Mark II |
| Released | 2013 | July 2013 |
| Sensor | 20.2 MP 1-inch BSI Exmor CMOS | Improved over RX100 I |
| Lens | 28–100 mm f/1.8–4.9 | ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* (same as I) |
| EVF | Via hot shoe (FDA-EV1MK) | Not built-in; accessory required |
| LCD | 3-inch 180° tilting | Not present on RX100 I |
| NFC | Yes | Added in II |
| RAW format | ARW | Shutter count in MakerNote 0x9050 |
| Est. shutter life | ~200,000 actuations | Not officially published |
| Mechanical Count | % of Est. Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 5,000 | < 3 % | Very low use — near new |
| 5,000 – 40,000 | 3 – 20 % | Light use |
| 40,000 – 100,000 | 20 – 50 % | Moderate use — inspect carefully |
| 100,000 – 160,000 | 50 – 80 % | Heavy use — negotiate price |
| 160,000 + | 80 %+ | Near or past estimated life |
The RX100 II was released in 2013 — used bodies are now 12+ years old. Beyond the shutter count, inspect the tilting LCD hinge (tilt smoothly, no cracks), the Multi Interface Shoe contacts if you plan to use the FDA-EV1MK EVF, lens elements for fungus, and the NP-BX1 battery charge capacity.
The Sony RX100 II stores the mechanical shutter count encrypted in ARW MakerNote tag 0x9050 using Sony's proprietary cipher. ShutterCount applies the correct decryption and reads the count from the appropriate byte offset. All processing happens locally in your browser — no file data is sent to any server.
Yes, if any of these matter: better high-ISO performance (BSI sensor), optional EVF via the hot shoe, 180°-tilting LCD, or NFC smartphone connectivity. The lens and sensor resolution are identical to the original. At current used prices the II often sells for only a modest premium over the I, making the extra features good value.
No. The RX100 II records video in Full HD 1080p at up to 60fps. 4K video was introduced on the RX100 IV (2015) with its stacked Exmor RS sensor. If 4K is a requirement, the IV or later is the minimum RX100 to consider.
The Sony FDA-EV1MK is an external electronic viewfinder that attaches to the Multi Interface Shoe of the RX100 II (and some other Sony compacts). It provides a 0.48-inch OLED panel with 1.44 M dots. It was discontinued by Sony but is still available used on the second-hand market. Prices vary — factor it into your total if EVF use is a priority.
The RX100 II uses the NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery — the same battery used across all seven RX100 generations and many Sony compact cameras. Aftermarket options are widely available. On 12-year-old bodies, the original battery may have reduced capacity; budget for a replacement.