Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black)
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The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black) is a compact camera with many professional features. The camera has manual exposure controls for the pro photographer who wants a pocket camera. For the new photographer, the camera has a built-in Function Guide that helps you navigate through the various functions and settings displayed on the LCD screen. The 10.2 Megapixel Exmor R CMOS chip will allow you to make big prints. The camera performs well even in low light with its High Sensitivity Mode of up to ISO 3200, Handheld Twilight Mode, and Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization.
Fast-moving subjects are not a problem since the camera can capture 10 frames-per-second. This, along with Motion Detection that adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when motion is detected, will help ensure that you capture the decisive moment. To really see your subject in motion, the camera can shoot 1080i AVCHD HD movies. Both stills and video are composed and viewed on the 3" Xtra Fine LCD display. Even when shooting in a tight space, the 25mm wide-angle Sony G 10X zoom lens will let you get your shot.
You can record the location of your photo shoots with the integrated GPS receiver and compass. Then you can view your images on a map with compatible computer and internet applications. Other user friendly features include Intelligent Sweep Panorama, Face Detection, Smile Shutter, Anti-blink, iAudio and many more. The DSC-HX5V certainly is an extremely functional camera in a small package.
- 10.2 Megapixel Back-Illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor
- The DSC-HX5V features a 10.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the camera's Sony G lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. In addition, the combined Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processor deliver extremely fast 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Handheld Twilight and 1080i movie modes.
- 3.0" Clear Photo LCD Display (230k pixels)
- Compose and show off your images on the large 3.0" (230K) Clear Photo LCD display, which features a special anti-reflective coating for sharp visibility, even in bright sunlight.
- Card Slots
- The camera has card slots for Memory Stick Duo media and SD/SDHC media
- 10x (25mm equivalent) Professional-Quality Optical Zoom G-Lens :
- Sony G lenses are used in top-of-the line digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and advanced pro-sumer HD Camcorders. Capture the action up close with the 10x optical zoom, and with its 25mm equivalent wide-angle capability, the camera allows you to capture large area images.
- Intelligent AF
- Thanks to Intelligent AF technology, capture fleeting moments like a child's adorable expression with the ultra-quick AF which locks focus in as little as 0.3 sec.
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilization uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect camera shake and automatically shifts the lens to help prevent blur without sacrificing image quality.
- Anti-Motion Blur Mode
- Capture cleaner and sharper images in low light for non-landscape shots. When set in Anti-Motion Blur mode, the DSC-HX5V captures six images in a fraction of a second with a higher shutter speed. It then combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and clarity, a function which is beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
- Handheld Twilight
- Capture cleaner and sharper night shots without using a tripod. When set to Handheld Twilight Mode, the DSC-HX5V captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, you can capture images in low light without flash beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
- High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200)
- High ISO allows for faster shutter speed, so you can take photos indoors or in low light without the need for a flash. In addition to High Sensitivity Mode (ISO), you can select up to seven ISO settings (Auto, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200) when shooting in Program Auto Mode to adjust sensitivity to your shooting conditions.
- Scene Modes
- The DSC-HX5V features 11 convenient scene modes: High Sensitivity, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Advanced Sports Shooting, Gourmet, Pet.
- GPS and Compass
- An integrated GPS receiver and compass record the location and direction of every shot you take and let you view your images on a map with compatible computer and internet applications, so you can remember where you took your favorite shots.
- TransferJet Technology
- TransferJet technology, developed by Sony and advanced and promoted by consortium of 18 other companies, allows you to transfer up to ten files between two TransferJet enabled devices just by touching them together, without the hassle of hunting for cables or the complication of pairing.
- Backlight Correction HDR
- Shooting high-contrast scenes can often lead to washed out backgrounds and/or details lost in shadow. Backlight Correction HDR helps correct for this by taking two pictures at different exposure settings and processing the best elements of both into a single image for more natural looking shots.
- Easy Shooting Mode
- With Easy Shooting Mode, even beginners can take great photos. In Easy Shooting Mode, easy-to-understand basic instructions are displayed on the LCD screen and the camera switches to all automatic settings, removing several function choices and allowing you to focus on just your subject. Since this mode works together with Intelligent Scene Recognition, the camera selects the optimum setting for each scene. In addition, the Easy Shooting Mode simplifies Preview Mode.
- Intelligent (iAuto) Auto Mode
- Unlike traditional auto mode, Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode thinks for you by recognizing scenes, lighting conditions, faces, and adjusts the settings produce clear images and faces with natural skin tone and less blur. Take advantage of all the technology without leaving Auto mode. From images of a kid on the playground, to landscape shots, to a beautiful flower or an indoor birthday party and get clear images without leaving Auto mode.
- Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode
- Capture expansive landscapes with Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode. Press the shutter and sweep and the camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together almost immediately. This model even detects faces and moving subjects and stitches different widths intelligently to help avoid subject distortion.
- Face Detection Technology
- Face Detection technology detects up to 8 individual faces and adjusts focus, exposure, and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.
- Motion Detection
- Motion Detection, along with Face Motion Detection, adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when movement is detected, reducing blur in moving subjects and faces.
- Smile Shutter Technology
- Smile Shutter technology captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply press the Smile Shutter button and the camera does the rest. Intelligent Scene Recognition can now be used together with Smile Shutter mode when the Intelligent Auto mode is on. This means that beautiful smiles can be captured with settings optimized for the particular scene, even in difficult conditions such as twilight and backlighting.
- Anti-Blink Function
- It's frustrating to think you've captured that perfect shot, only to review it later and discover one of your subjects blinked just as you pressed the shutter. When the camera is set to Soft Snap, the Anti-blink function captures two images, recording only the photo with less squinting or blinking. If a blink is detected in other shooting modes, a warning will be displayed after you take the shot.
- High Speed Shooting
- The HX5V can capture full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 fps, helping to ensure you never miss the decisive moment. What's more, the HX5V employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.
- HD MP4 Movie Mode
- MP4 is a popular format for high-definition video that compresses the size of your audio and video, making your media files small enough to easily transfer to your compatible PC or Mac. MP4 is also highly compatible with the Web, so you can effortlessly upload your media to popular photo or video-sharing Web sites like Photobucket or YouTube (Compatible PC with internet capability required).
- HDMI Output Connectivity
- The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a compact audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. HDMI connects digital audio/video sources such as a compatible camcorder, Blu-ray Disc player, a personal computer, a video game console, or an A/V receiver to a compatible digital audio device and/or video monitor such as a digital television (DTV).
- Viewing modes
- Find your photos using the simple folder or calendar viewing modes.
- In-Camera Retouching Tools
- Retouch and enhance your photos on the go with in-camera trimming and Red-Eye Correction functions.
- PhotoMusic
- PhotoMusic combines images with music (4 tracks, 5 minutes per track) to produce fun and entertaining slide shows with standard visual effects (Simple, Nostalgic, Active, and Stylish). Select from pre-loaded tracks on the camera or transfer your own from your compatible computer (sold separately).
- Function Guide
- This beginner-friendly optional function helps you navigate through the various functions and settings of the camera, displaying the chosen functions or settings on the LCD screen.
- Lithium-Ion Battery
- The included lithium-ion battery provides added convenience with longer lasting power than alkaline batteries (capacity of 230 images or approximately 115 minutes).
- Includes Sony PMBP (Picture Motion Browser) Software
- With the pre-installed Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable software, the DSC-HX5V makes it easy to pre-select videos and images in the camera and conveniently upload them from the camera to a compatible PC and popular internet sharing sites, without the need for any additional software or installation.
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 10.2 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.4" CMOS |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: MPEG-4 |
| Max Resolution | 3456 x 2592 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
10 elements in 7 groups 4 Aspheric EFL: 4.25-42.5mm (35mm equivalent: 25-250mm) Aperture: f/3.5 (W) - 8 (T) |
| Zoom |
Optical: 10x Digital: 10x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 1.97" (5 cm) - Infinity Tele Macro: 3.28' (100 cm) - Infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 125-3200 |
| Shutter |
30 - 1/1600 seconds
1
Please Note:Auto: 1 - 1/1600 close |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Auto, Manual, Program Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Incandescent, Manual |
| Burst Rate | Up to 10 fps at 10 MP for up to 10 frames |
| Self Timer | 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 1.64 - 12.47' (0.5 - 3.8 m) Telephoto: 3.28 - 8.53' (1.0 - 2.6 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 45MB |
| Memory Card Type |
Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo SD SDHC SDXC 2 Please Note:Class 4 or higher for movie mode close |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 3" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 AV Output HDMI A (Full Size) |
| Software Requirements |
Windows: 2000, XP, Vista, 7 Mac: OS X 10.4 or later |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | NP-BG1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.05 x 2.27 x 1.14" / 102.9 x 57.7 x 28.9 mm |
| Weight | 6.00 oz / 170 g |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 113 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good in low light (84)
- Image stabilization (83)
- Zoom range/performance (76)
- Nice body color (51)
- Short lag time (50)
Cons
- Short battery life (25)
- Poor image quality (11)
- Poor flash (10)
- Lag / shutter delay (8)
- No viewfinder (6)
Best Uses
- Travel (82)
- Family photos (75)
- Landscape/scenery (72)
- Low light (64)
- Video (61)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (45), Casual photographer (43), Semi-pro photographer (20), Pro photographer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (51), Yes (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
So far so good!
The following impressions are based on owning the camera for a couple days. I'm holding off on a "5 Star" rating because I haven't tried all the features. I am overall ple...Read complete review
The following impressions are based on owning the camera for a couple days. I'm holding off on a "5 Star" rating because I haven't tried all the features. I am overall pleased with the camera. It has a solid well made feel. I am pleased with the image quality as the photos appear to be sharp. The intelligent panorama feature works like a charm based on the 180 degree photo I took of the street in the front of my house. The 10x optical zoom produces a very clear image. I made a short movie clip using the 1080HD capability and viewed it via the HDMI output on the camera into a HDMI port on my Sony LCD television. Great quality! I used the GPS/compass feature to take a photo looking down the street from the front of my house. I then used the PMB software that came with the camera to place that data on Google Maps. It precisely pin-pointed the location of my house, as well as showing (compass feature) which direction the camera was pointed. This is a neat feature but best turned off as a default to save on battery consumption. The EV bracketing works well and I would suggest using that and third party software if you are really interested in generating a HDR photo. The resident HDR mode on the camera takes only 2 photos to resolve a difference in scene exposure and does only a fair job at it generally over exposing the high key (bright part) portion of the photo. The "Handheld Twilight" mode does a good job of noise reduction. I have a minor gripe about the PMB software in how it displays the information about a photo (file size, date, setting, etc.). For any individual photo you need to select the "Information" icon which brings up a submenu showing all the information related to that particular photo. To see the information on the next photo you need to close that submenu, go to the next photo and repeat the above. Since I live mostly in the Nikon world, I use Nikon's View NX to view the photos which, as you view the photos, automatically displays the related data in a column on the left side of your monitor. This is a lot more convenient if you are experimenting with settings and want to readily associate data to the photo.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good for the unusual things it does
I mainly bought it for the full 1080i HD video recording it does using FULL AVCHD (not AVCHD Lite). I also fell in love with the iSweep panorama mode. You just (rather quickly...Read complete review
I mainly bought it for the full 1080i HD video recording it does using FULL AVCHD (not AVCHD Lite). I also fell in love with the iSweep panorama mode. You just (rather quickly) pan across a scene and the camera (silently) takes 100 shots and stitches them together in a second or less. The results are pretty cool.
The videos are good once I watched them on my 50" plasma, they didn't look quite as good on my Imac or PC screens. I used Sony's PMB v4.2 that came with my (1 year old) Sony camcorder to make an AVCHD disc and then played it on my Playstation. Considering how small the camera is, it takes video that looks very good - and I am fussy. NOT ALL HD VIDEO TAKEN BY P&S CAMERAS IS EQUAL. I tried the Panasonic ZS7 but just couldn't love it - flash pictures all had a yellow cast, the 30fps AVCHD Lite provided a weird frame rate that looks like 15 fps because of the way that AVCHD Lite works. I also tried video on the Canon SX210 IS, the Flip Mino HD, the Sony W370 and the Samsung HZ30 - they were all terrible.
The main problem with the video mode on this Sony is that not only is the zoom lever "jumpy", but the zoom motor sound is recorded very loudly on the video and it makes a hearty CLICK when you stop zooming. It's recorded louder than any I have heard on any other camera which was disappointing. So you should try not to do too much zooming unless it's a noisy environment and/or it's absolutely necessary.
Also, it does not come with a version of PMB that lets you burn AVCHD video disks since I guess they forgot that it takes video - so you will have to have a version of PMB that does this or else the video will not be useful for watching on TV outside the camera (or for archiving) unless you have software that makes AVCHD discs - Corel and Pinnacle make software that does it but I haven't tried it.
The still pictures are sort of mushy and have too much NR applied. Wish there was a NR setting where it could be turned down or off. The low light pictures are good using the hand-held twilight and Backlight Correction HDR modes - these take multiple exposures and sandwich them together to get the best combination of highlight details. The stills don't compare to the IQ I have on my older Canon A720IS nor my even older Canon A620 P&S's, but I have a Canon 7D DSLR in addition to these when I need high IQ (don't tell anyone, but my Canon A720IS takes better outdoor landscape/beach pics than my 7d!!). DSLR video such is as found on my 7D is not that useful to me since there is no auto focus. This is why I wanted a P&S that does video.
The dongle that come with it (actually I mean the adapter cord) is weird for present day - why doesn't Sony just have a std HDMI connector on the camera?? Instead you have a weird connector on the bottom of the camera that only fits the supplied HDMI adapter or the supplied cord which goes to USB on one end and Component video and audio cables on the other (HUH???) What do we do with that??? Component is a thing of the past and I cannot for the life of me understand what they were thinking. Anyway, at least they supply and HDMI adapter, it's FULL SIZE HDMI not mini HDMI which is a little annoying too as Sony camcorders and pretty much every other kind of camera uses mini to full HDMI. So I have to drag another cord to the TV if I want to watch video or still on it from the camera
I wish it had a Zeiss lens, I am partial to the better optics. The G glass is good, but it's not Zeiss. Seems like they are getting away from the Zeiss lenses. My last 2 Sony camcorders had Zeiss and you can't beat it!
Lastly, the door that slides open on the bottom where the battery and SD card is is a little fragile feeling/thin. Mine doesn't pop right up on it's own when you slide it to the right, you have to fuss and pull it up. It could break off easily if you aren't careful.
So if you are looking for good full 1080(i) video in a small package (if you need to do high quality video but want to be less conspicuous) and you like the idea of super easy panos, you will like this camera.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
I already knew this camera, sincerely I was waiting the last model of that series, but if you know how easy is to carry with you, and which kind of amazing and brillant pictures is able to do, you can easly forget ambitious and maybe unusefull upgrades in Gb and zoomX, choosing best value for money.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
multiple shoots
panoramic view
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
- No Viewfinder
- Poor Image Quality
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
If you are looking for a simple and easy camera to carry with you in your pocket or purse, this is the camera. I am a digital SLR user and I wanted something easy. Don't expect this camera to have the type of resolution that digital SLRs do, also this camera does not shoot in raw mode, but the panorama effect is wonderful.
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
just perfect camera for someona that likes great quality pictures and video without having to carry a full backpack with equipment small , light and very userfriendly really happy with my camera[...].
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Poor Flash
- Poor Image Quality
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Poor picture quality.
Short battery life.
GPS not functioning.
Confusing controls.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Business
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
for business
- Ease of Operation:
- 3
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Takes beautiful photos. Features I like: semi-wide angle to medium telephoto zoom; backlight correction mode, burst mode (10 shots in 1, 2, or 5 seconds), and a great sweep panorama. There is a program override that allows a good range of manual settings or offset from the auto calculations. Several metering options. A manual color correction works great with weird lighting. One quibble - the camera display seems a bit "washed out"; the photos look much better on a good full-size display. GPS tagging is a neat option, though it might take a minute for the GPS to determine the location. The battery is good for maybe 100 photos; if you are a real heavy user you might want to carry a spare battery.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Bought as a gift for my wife, and she just loves it. She really likes the panoramic and high fps.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Great point and shoot camera...and HD video too!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Poor Image Quality
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
GPS does not work. Pictures are not clear. Not easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Particular
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Very stable pictures, specially at night. For its size, no doubt it's a great product. I recommend it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Short Lag Time
Cons
- Flimsy battery latch
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Full featured set, great for those who do not want to become photography experts, but want a capable lightweight camera for travel or family events. Image quality is not great but acceptable, with some noise at higher ISO. Some of the features that appealed to me were the sweep panorama, in camera HDR (2 shots only), shake /low light 6 shot blend (works great), 10 fps burst, 1080p video with stereo sound and zoom during video capability, built in GPS with compass. Nice one ...
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
The camera has great features that actually work well. Hand held twilight mode is great for any low light shot. Ipanorama is just plain fun and easy to use. Ten fps continuos is awesome. Video quality is great. Some other great scene modes like soft snap blurs the background. A couple of negatives would be the lack of a grip, and changing white balance setting does not stay when you change to a different mode. I also use a recent mid-level DSLR, so I accustomed to great image quality, and this Sony IQ is pretty darn good for the price and features.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
I am really impressed with the quality of snaps it provides. I am very new and kid to photography this is really a nice product for beginner and learning professionals in photography.
I recommend this to a friend. Good one to buy a small and handy with lot lot of features.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Got this for my Dad. Great camera for a point and shoot, nice lens, awesome panorama feature!
Easy but not intuitive menu...need some manual reading!
Don´t like that you need a adapter to plug into a HDMI and it does not have a USB port for easy conection you always need the bundle cable, and that´s not practicle.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- NIce Wide Angle Lens
- Zoom while in video
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
I have been using this camera for a week now and I really like it. Some of the kety features I love: wide angle (25mm), HD Video, can zoom while in video mode, great auto mode....and the quality of the picts is great. For us it is the best combination of quality and features. I would definitely reccomend this camera.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
I have an SLR that I use for most of my photography, but I was looking for a small camera to use when I didn't want my large camera with me. I recently took this camera to Jamaica where it performed like a champ and even had [...]asking for a professional photo release from my snapshots. Panoramic feature very cool for getting a wide view and the ability to under expose a sunrise turned it from ok to a great shot. Still learning other features, but it has performed really well. Really like the low light evening setting that is able to knit together 6 shots into one. Gives a much softer image than just using flash. Able to shoot multiple frames a rare feature in a camera like this. Processing time is a tad slow, but this is the only drawback I have found thus far.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
Well, I really enjoyed this camera, but at night i had some problems with it. Some pictures were burried.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V Digital Camera (Black):
My son is about to be born and me and my wife wanted to buy a excellent camera with filming capabilty as we did not want a camcorder. This was the best choice ever. This camera makes HD movies and the quality is amazing, seems like we are pros.I recommend this camera for everyone who wants quality and performance!
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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