Testseek.co.uk have collected 53 expert reviews of the Sony Cybershot DSC-HX5V and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Cybershot DSC-HX5V.
April 2010
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Panorama
Lowlight
Backlight correction modes
GPS receiver and compass for geotagging
Excellent color accuracy and lowlight performance
Quality pictures and excllent results from our tests
Abstract: If you are looking for a compact camera that packs a powerful zoom but still fits the pocket, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V should be at the top of your list. With its 25-250mm 10x zoom lens and features such as GPS, compass, Intelligent Sweep Panorama,...
Panorama, lowlight, backlight correction modes; GPS receiver and compass for geotagging; excellent color accuracy and lowlight performance
No aperturepriority or shutterpriority modes; geotagging requires software on a Windows PC; images aren't always sharp
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Published: 2010-07-15, Author: Tim , review by: macworld.co.uk
Quality pictures and excllent results from our tests, good range of features, solid battery life under normal use.
Geotagging works, but the function is tethered to your computer, no RAW shooting option, designed for more casual photographers not pros.
No doubt about it: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is a go-to pick for anyone who craves cool-factor extras backed by impressive performance. The DSC-HX5V is neck-and-neck at the top of our latest pocket megazoom cameras chart with the stellar Canon PowerSho...
No doubt about it: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is a go-to pick for anyone who craves cool-factor extras backed by impressive performance. The DSC-HX5V is neck-and-neck at the top of our latest pocket megazoom cameras chart with the stellar Canon Powe...
Abstract: With its 10x optical zoom, HD 1080i movie option, built-in GPS and manual exposure control, Sony's high-end 10.2-megapixel HX5V stands out for its feature-laden spec. It's aimed squarely at Panasonic's Travel Zoom (TZ) range and packs a 25-250mm equiva...
Speedy shooting performance; compact, lightweight design; plenty of fun, useful features; very good low-light photo quality for a compact camera
Soft photos, videos; limited manual controls; GPS can't quickly be powered on and off
The Sony Cyber-shot HX5V's technology is stunning, it handles like a dream and it's both responsive and simple to use. That makes its over-smoothed and barely mediocre images screamingly frustrating. Sony needs to tone its noise-reduction software dow...
Pluses, 10x zoom, wideangle lens and good quality lens, Sensitivity wellhandled by Exmor R sensor, Full HD video with stereo sound and zoom, Powerful automatic features, Careully constructed
Minuses, Low resolution screen with narrow viewing angles, Very limited manual mode, GPS not sensitive enough, Battery life a little short with GPS turned on
Abstract: Sony would like you to use a Memory Stick with the HX5V…but they’ve since wised up and you can also use SD cards (up to 32 GB). An included GPS sensor makes Geotagging a snap, and other great features include in-camera retouching tools, connec..
Overall, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V/B is only average in picture quality but above-average in features. The high-definition video recording is very lucrative for consumers who want to go from pics to flicks in no time. Unfortunately, this camera does...
