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Mar 2006.
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Sony CyberShot H5
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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. |
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This camera is ranked
- 45th of 66 in Extended Zoom (#1 is Panasonic FZ35)
- 18th of 52 in 7 Megapixel (#1 is Canon SD1000)
- 50th of 89 in $350 - $600 (#1 is Canon SX20 IS)
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Answered Questions for the Sony H5
- Q: Can I fit any lens on a Sony H5 or does it need to be a Sony lens?
- A: Hi,Yes you can fit any lens on this as long as it has the same... read more
- Q: Segregating a multi-burst image.
- A: I'm not sure if this will help, but this program allows you to automatically crop... read more
- Q: Low Light Warning (Shaking Hand Symbol). I keep gettting a low light warning no matter the illumination conditions, do I have something set wrong?
- A: If it doesn't happen in full sunlight then it is almost certainly simply an issue... read more
- Q: All I want is a good-quality camera that will take pictures QUICKLY! For action, for those little instants you don't want to miss. What is the fastest camera under 400$?
- A: Erica --I think this year's crop of cameras is just a little better than last... read more
- Q: what is the difference between the silver and black -
- A: No the black one just looks cooler. But they are identical. Actually now that I... read more
- Q: I am trying to decide whether to buy the new CanonS5, Sony H5 or H9. I just want better than the regular photos without too much hassle.
- A: Check this out: http://www.canons5.com/viewtopic.php?t=6... read more
- Q: What is the best camera for taking pictures of kids & that has a good shutter speed & stabilization?
- A: the Sony H5 has excellent movie quality but your problem with the blurred pictures due... read more
- Q: what are the accessories that are going to be provided along with this camera while puchasing?
- A: This camera comes with the body (with non-interchangeable lens), software, USB cable, video cable, shoulder... read more
- Q: what do you think is the best digital zoom camera out there?
- A: James, I think you've misread the question. I did too, but after looking at it... read more
- Q: hi everyone! i just want to say fall in love with sony h5 before even i touch it! could someone tell me from where i can buy if cheaper, any link?
- A: Amazon has pretty competitive prices, including used for as low as $360. Not too bad. read more
- Q: Extended Zoom Advice?
- A: I think you have narrowed down the choices well. All three cameras are well liked... read more
- Q: Shooting modes for Sony H5
- A: Sony H5 has 7 shooting modes :Twilight , Twilight Portrait , Portrait, Landscape , Beach... read more
- Q: Will the H5 prices sink when the realease the H7 and H9?
- A: Tito,I would guess that the price of the H5 would go down with the release... read more
- Q: External power supply for the H5....what is the maximum voltage it can be?
- A: John,The external power supply provided as an option from Sony has a 100-240 voltage range... read more
- Q: I want a camera with rapid-fire...
- A: Susanne Hein, I recommend Konica Minolta Z6, may be within your budget. I am using... read more
- Q: Will Minolta lenses (100 macr, 28mm) for an SRT101 fit this?
- A: Your Minolta lenses probably will fit the latest Sony dSLR because Sony has taken over... read more
- Q: Can a filter be used with this camera and or H2?
- A: Filters can be used with Sony H5 and H2 and the size is 58mm You... read more
- Q: which digital camera takes the fastest picture and has a high optical zoon but is a decent size (no SLR)
- A: There are two camera I will suggest that can take on the specific requirements you... read more
- Q: Choosing a new camera
- A: The Canon S3 is a nice piece of gear. It has the 12x optical. A... read more
- Q: what is best camera for a young photographer, just starting?
- A: I think that the list below is the best camera's in the market for advanced... read more
Open Questions for the Sony H5
- Q: Why the image in my sony H5 itis always zoom in?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Does the Sony H5 have 'RAW' capability?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: can H5 works with studio lite
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: what lens is recommended for canon rebel XTi?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Sony DSC-H5 vs. Lumix DMC- FZ8 (Panasonic)
- 5 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: I have the H5 and the flash seems to take forever to recharge. Is this normal? forever being 20+ seconds.
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Is it possible to use an external flash with my H5. Was in a car accident and the flash brought off. CAmera works fine but miss my flash. Thanks
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: What is the range of depth of field for this camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I am thinking of getting the H5 and was wondering if it was a good camera for taking pictures of kids, I like the style I don't like little cameras.
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Just bought the Sony H5...having a small problem...
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I'm looking for non SLR extended zoom camera, so far come up with Canon S3 IS, Sony H5 and Kodak P712. Any suggestions?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: I can't hold shutter halfway down to focus! Am I doing something wrong? When I press the shutter then after a few seconds the camera shots!
- 2 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Some of the language is confusing me. What is megaplex, SLR & the if the letters after the name mean something specific ?
- 15 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: what camera would you reccommend in the price range of 250-350 that has a great zoom,
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Looking for quick flash refresh, good zoom, and movie w/ sound?
- 18 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Best alternate to the Canon A710 or GZ?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Having a hard time choosing between Sony H5 & Canon S3; Picture Quality is the key req.
- 8 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Will the H5 take good quality pictures outside at night?
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: why is it so slow? can I fix it?
- 20 points for best answer - 7 replies
- Q: Confused! My 16 yo daughter wants to take artistic photos with zoom. S2 with xtra lenses, S3, H5, Panasonic? I will spend around $400
- 3 replies
