What camera should I buy instead of the sony rx10 v?

If you want the same kind of camera for less, the older Sony RX10 is the obvious place to look. It has a constant f/2.8 zoom covering 24-200mm equivalent, so it's brighter but reaches less far than the RX10 V's 24-594mm equivalent.

If you'd rather have something that fits in a jacket pocket, the first camera guide points to the RX100 series, a 1-inch compact with a zoom. If you think you'll want different lenses over time, a mirrorless camera with an APS-C sensor and its kit zoom is the better long-term buy.

Used models can save money too, but buy from a specialist dealer with a returns window where you can. See buying used.

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