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Sony Cybershot H3
Sony Cybershot H3
C+
HQ Grade: C+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"DSC H3 without zoom during Movie Shooting"
  • 4 out of 5
"Nice Pt and shoot"
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Michael Sandeep Surla (mssurla) 2 pts
November 22, 2007 11:31 PM
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Can we zoom while in record mode?

Can we zoom while in record mode of H3? How is the movie quality?
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Subhash 0 pts
November 23, 2007 8:02 AM
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Answer :
No, you can not zoom when in Movie mode.
The movie quality is ok comparing with other cameras in this range.
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Andrew Skinner (blackdoorphotos) 18535 pts
November 23, 2007 9:21 AM
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Michael,

From what I can tell in the user manual, you are able to use the digital zoom in movie mode (see page 224 of the user manual). As for the quality, I have used an older model of this camera for over 6 years, and have had no big issues with the video format. Lower light situations are harder because there is no continuous lighting function in the camera. Good luck and happy shooting.

Andrew
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Rharrels 0 pts
January 13, 2008 11:59 AM
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Andrew Skimmer, What do you mean by the SonyH3 wasn't good in low light. You say there is no continuous lighting function. Do you own this camera? If not, what camera do you reccomend. I want one with good Zoom and pixels?
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Andrew Skinner (blackdoorphotos) 18535 pts
January 15, 2008 10:50 PM
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Rharrels,

I was speaking to the video quality in low light situations. Without an external, continuous lighting source, you will have some issues with the video function when it it darker. As for decent zoom and resolution, this camera should be ok for you. Good luck and happy shooting.

Andrew
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