Sony Cybershot HX5V
Sony Cybershot HX5V
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Sony Cybershot HX5V
Editor's Review
The Sony HX5V has a stacked spec sheet, at least by last year's standards. It packs a 10.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, which allows for 1080i video and above-average low-light image quality. Like most Sony cameras, it packs a bunch of head-turning extras, too: GPS geotagging capability, iSweep panorama mode, in-camera HDR photography, and 10fps burst shooting. It's been replaced by the HX7V; that camera has evolutionary, not revolutionary spec upgrades, and a higher price tag at the moment, so while the HX5V is still available at low prices, we'd recommend scooping it up.
Specifications
- 10.2 megapixels
- 10x optical zoom
- 25mm Sony G lens
- 3-inch LCD display
- 1080i HD video mode (AVCHD)
- 270-degree "press and sweep" panorama mode
- Optical image stabilization
- GPS + Compass
- 10fps burst mode
- Backlight Correction High Dynamic Range for improved low-light performance
- Captures to Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo/SD/SDHC memory cards
- TransferJet sharing technology
- Lithium ion battery
- Part Number: HX5
- UPC: 027242776630
- Release Date: Mar 15, 2010
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Sony Cybershot HX5V Comments & Questions (write your own!)
nice (Anuj kumar — 11/03/2011)
It's a vry fntastc
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so much to choose from (Jeanne — 06/04/2011)
I was looking trying to decide between sony hx9 and the lumix zs10, but your reviews for the nikon s9100 being very good low light and the canon sx230 being so good all around has me up in the air again. I take mostly kid/active pet photos and video, but also coach gymnastics ( i realize a non dslr is not going to give consistant good action shots but i would like a camera that makes getting lucky possible if that makes sense) zoom is important, and Im take photos indoor and out, so low light is important as is good video quality. Am I asking too much from one camera
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Liam McCabe (06/06/2011)
Well as long as you accept that "getting lucky" is a part of the equation, I don't think you're asking too much. The S9100 and SX230 are two of our favorite compact zooms right now (the other is the Fuji F550EXR, but that might be beyond the scope of what you're looking for). I'd suggest you go with the Canon in this case, since it's a better all-arounder -- nicer outdoor shots than the S9100, and you can still get lucky with some shots indoors. Also has some manual control should you choose to experiment with that, which will help you get luckier more consistently.
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Sony Cybershot HX5V (TJ — 04/05/2011)
why talking trash on the sony seems yous think theres a best camera out there no such thing is BETTER get a life and learn to use it before leaving statement
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saghir (03/26/2011)
hx5v will available in china ,Beijing and what will be its price
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sachintha (02/03/2011)
sure,you can buy HX5 in sri lanka from sidles (PVT)
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Pat (01/27/2011)
Will this camera zoom WHILE making a film?
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Liam McCabe (01/27/2011)
Yes I believe it does.
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John L Hunsley (01/20/2011)
My 270 degree sweep stops half way thru and states keep camera level and move in direction of arrow. I do all this and still stops and wont record.
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Hx5 Vs Zs7 (Victor — 11/22/2010)
Sorry to bring this topic again. I am torn between these two models. I like both pictures, but think Hx5 has a edge on HD recording. I am an international traveler and do not want to get stuck with only ntsc or pal on playback. I see zs7 not mentioning specifically about NTSC only in their model. Does that mean that HDMI takes care of both formats? Need help. Thanks for your advice. You guys are amazing and very useful. Thanks a lot.
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Liam McCabe (11/22/2010)
Thanks! For video formats, it depends on which region you buy the camera -- I think this is true of both the Sony and the Panasonic. I know in PAL regions, the ZS7 goes by the name TZ10, so that would use PAL. I think Sony sells the NTSC and PAL versions under the same name, just depends on which country you but it in. I don't have a sure answer for you regarding HDMI output across formats...the formats use different frame rates, so I can imagine that there might be problems, for example, trying to play 25fps PAL video on a 24/30fps NTSC set. Again, I'm not sure, but something tells me you'll run into some problems. Hope this helps a bit, wish I had a more firm answer. I believe that you can always upload onto your computer and transcode there.
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Victor (11/24/2010)
Liam, thanks. I am going to travel from next week. Will try out buying an american sold zs7 on a Pal TV and let you know. Give me few more weeks. I am going to buy zs7. Hx5 is equally good, but I like Panasonic's viera link to connect all their devices.
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india has 220 v 50hz. will the charger work? (parmeet kalra — 08/08/2010)
i ordered this from 42 street as the advertised price was 310 usd vs 350 approx in most others. the guy called me and told me that the battery supplied is good for 30 minutes only and if i need the full battery than i need to shell out another 40 usd. had to say yes. SO THERE ARE NO FREE LUNCHES!!!!!
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jlspivey (08/04/2010)
Looking to purchase a fairly small (for travelling) point & shoot. Would really prefer a viewfinder, must have at least a 10x optical zoom, and of course, great photos in a variety of conditions. I'm willing to pay for what I want...if I could find it! Ha.
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by James DeRuvo (08/05/2010)
Check out the Canon SX line. It's got a great optical zoom, but it is a tad larger than a pocket point and shoot. The Panasonic FH20 is a good choice for out and about, but in low and available light, it may have it's challenges. 8X zoom though, great for a pocket camera.
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zoom in on video? (Bruise — 07/31/2010)
Does this camera zoom during video shoot
this was not a feature on the cybershot h10
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this was not a feature on the cybershot h10
by James DeRuvo (08/04/2010)
Both CNet and Imaging Resource mention that the HX5V can do optical zoom while recording, but they also imply that it doesn't completely live up to it's potential when doing so.
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Could use some advice? (JulesKatt — 07/26/2010)
Could someone recommend a good all around camera for someone that is used to a DSLR and would like a small compact without giving up all the features of the Nikon D80? The camera will be used for travel, sports, etc. The more I read the more confused I become! Thanks!
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Chris Weigl (07/29/2010)
There isn't a whole lot out there for truly small manual compacts that will satisfy a DSLR owner. The recently announced Panasonic LX5, as well as the Canon G11, are both geared toward that market but aren't entirely pocketable. The best answer is probably the Canon S90.
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What about the... (JulesKatt — 08/03/2010)
Thinking about the following Sony Cybershot HXV5, Panasonic ZS7 and the Canon S90. Not sure I like the size of the S90, still looking for something small, but with great zoom and photo quality.
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Panasonic or Sony? (Marion — 07/13/2010)
I'm torn between the HX5V and Panasonic ZS7. Issues with my current Panasonic are shutter lag (taking pictures of children) and poor indoor (incandescent) lighting photo quality. I don't use a lot of manual functions, but like the zoom and GSP features of these two. Comments?
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by James DeRuvo (07/14/2010)
Well to be honest, shutter lag is going to be an issue to a certain extent no matter what point and shoot you go with. If you want to eliminate it completely, you're looking at a DSLR.
However, they're pretty close in photo quality. I give the edge to the HX5v though as at ISO1600, it has a slightly sharper image quality.
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However, they're pretty close in photo quality. I give the edge to the HX5v though as at ISO1600, it has a slightly sharper image quality.
Which point & shoot camera is better overall ??? (Craig — 07/05/2010)
I have been looking at a few cameras but I cannot decide which is the best overall – I have narrowed my choice down to 2 cameras the Sony HX5 & the Panasonic ZS7.
I will list all that is important to me & then ask any of you who have some knowledge of these cameras & the features of cameras in general to give me any opinions you may have. I should mention I have a Canon SX1 IS but I am looking a smaller /lighter camera to carry around in my pocket or briefcase. If there is another small camera that you can recommend , please do.
The main features I am looking for are.
- Good image quality
- Good in low light
- The burst rate is a so/so of importance– (I am not as concerned as long as the other features are there)
- Good Zoom & wide angle (both cameras seem to have that.
- Macro focus (I have heard that the Panasonics is the better one).
- The movie function is of lesser importance to me , but it is always nice to have a reasonable one with good sound.
- The GPS is of even lesser importance to me (I would only use that when traveling which I only do once every 1-3 years).
- My hands are of medium to large in size (I mention this as holding cameras in the shop is NOT the same as actually using them day to day) as most of you know.
This is one of the review websites that I have looked at.
dpreview.com/reviews/compar... Craig
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I have been looking at a few cameras but I cannot decide which is the best overall – I have narrowed my choice down to 2 cameras the Sony HX5 & the Panasonic ZS7.
I will list all that is important to me & then ask any of you who have some knowledge of these cameras & the features of cameras in general to give me any opinions you may have. I should mention I have a Canon SX1 IS but I am looking a smaller /lighter camera to carry around in my pocket or briefcase. If there is another small camera that you can recommend , please do.
The main features I am looking for are.
- Good image quality
- Good in low light
- The burst rate is a so/so of importance– (I am not as concerned as long as the other features are there)
- Good Zoom & wide angle (both cameras seem to have that.
- Macro focus (I have heard that the Panasonics is the better one).
- The movie function is of lesser importance to me , but it is always nice to have a reasonable one with good sound.
- The GPS is of even lesser importance to me (I would only use that when traveling which I only do once every 1-3 years).
- My hands are of medium to large in size (I mention this as holding cameras in the shop is NOT the same as actually using them day to day) as most of you know.
This is one of the review websites that I have looked at.
dpreview.com/reviews/compar... Craig
by James DeRuvo (07/06/2010)
I like the Panasonic. Sonys have hit a snag for poor low light performance of late and Panasonic is at the top of it's game making some great point and shoots.
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INDIA RELEASE DATE (YOGESH SHETTY — 06/19/2010)
ANY IDEA AS TO WHEN WILL IT BE RELEASED IN INDIA... EAGERLY WAITING!!!
Any idea as to When will it be released in india?? waiting eagerly ;-(
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ANY IDEA AS TO WHEN WILL IT BE RELEASED IN INDIA... EAGERLY WAITING!!!
Any idea as to When will it be released in india?? waiting eagerly ;-(
parmeet (07/27/2010)
The guys at Sony India are arrogant and rude. Try calling them and asking any questions. In case you buy a Sony product overseas they will not honour the warantee. This is a way to force you to buy from them in iondia at higer prices. I had such a problem with the T20 ibought in singapore. why should i wait for 2 years to buy a camera that has been introduced in other parts of the worls??. The T20 is sitting without repairs. so dont wait for india into to the HX5V Just buy it abroad.
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Ronnie (06/11/2010)
Confused between sony hx5v and panasonic zs7. Please tell me which has better photo quality specially under low light.
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Re: Sony Cybershot HX5V (Kumara — 05/20/2010)
Can I buy HX5V from Sri Lanka OR Bangladesh?
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Kare Bosi (05/10/2010)
Looking for a good camera that has excellent zoom and good video. Going to Italy soon, so want it small but good pics and video. The hx5v sounds great...just wondering if anyone has other ideas?
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by James DeRuvo (05/13/2010)
The FH20 gets great marks for low light performance and the video quality is extremely good, considering it's SD.
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Jinwons (05/19/2010)
HX5V would be good choice for P&S with high zoom and HD video. Its unique features are HHT, AMB modes which combines fast multiple shots to create low noise clean pictures for low light conditions. Recently it's getting mixed reviews on the picture quality. Some people feel that it's too soft, bland and colors are too warm and making yellow cast at times. But they are comparing it with other high end cameras. Use your eye as ultimate judge for picture quality.
You may consider Panasonic ZS7, which is a great super-zoom camera too. Ignore cameras like FH20 if you are looking at the ones in this level.
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You may consider Panasonic ZS7, which is a great super-zoom camera too. Ignore cameras like FH20 if you are looking at the ones in this level.
Italy pics? (Sheri Andrews — 09/06/2010)
Kare I am in same boat- going to Italy soon and confused on HX5V or TX7- did you buy it? wondering how your pics turned out and how you liked camera
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confused to decide, which to buy (sreekanth — 04/08/2010)
I would like to buy one digital camera by spending aroud $350. But, i really confused to decide witch one to buy. An per the reviews which i have read, sony's printable quality is very poor. can some expert suggest me gud camera within my budget range.My preferences are Sony and Nikon.
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Jinwons (05/07/2010)
I also have been looking at high end P&S cameras like you for a while. HX5V was attracting my attention, but recently I found a number of issues with it from many user reviews. I summarized it below.
1)Yellow color cast in indoor shots: This can be corrected by manual white balance though.
2)Poor audio recording in video.
3)Excessive barrel distortion at maximum wide angle while recording video.
4)Poor video recording performance under low light:. It looks too dark, fuzzy and auto-focus seems struggling in this condition.
It's a good camera other than those issues. But I don't think I can live with it. I would probably go with ZS7 or HZ35W.
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1)Yellow color cast in indoor shots: This can be corrected by manual white balance though.
2)Poor audio recording in video.
3)Excessive barrel distortion at maximum wide angle while recording video.
4)Poor video recording performance under low light:. It looks too dark, fuzzy and auto-focus seems struggling in this condition.
It's a good camera other than those issues. But I don't think I can live with it. I would probably go with ZS7 or HZ35W.
confused to decide, which to buy (sreekanth — 04/08/2010)
I would like to buy one digital camera by spending aroud $350. But, i really confused to decide witch one to buy. An per the reviews which i have read, sony's printable quality is very poor. can some expert suggest me gud camera within my budget range.My preferences are Sony and Nikon.
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by James DeRuvo (04/08/2010)
Too bad you're limiting to those. Both are struggling with poor low light performance of late, with an edge to Sony.
Canon and Panasonic, otoh, are at the top of their game design wise and in that price point, there are some stellar options. The Powershot S90, the SX210, the Panasonic ZS7.
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Canon and Panasonic, otoh, are at the top of their game design wise and in that price point, there are some stellar options. The Powershot S90, the SX210, the Panasonic ZS7.
H55 o HX5V (Hebe — 04/09/2010)
wich is better? Please, I dont speak english, so sorry about that. Te question is, wich is better, or wich is the diference, no if there are another that is better. I like sony, so want to buy H55 or HX5V. Can anyone tell me the diference between those?
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H55 vs HX5V (Biju — 04/18/2010)
H55 has a CCD sensor and won't have as good a low-light performance as the back-illuminated CMOS sensor HX5V uses. Most of the other features are similar on both.
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Hebe (04/18/2010)
Thank you. Your answer was very useful. Bye
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HX5V (Mathew — 01/18/2011)
does the mega pixels difference between the both is not realy important when it comes to quality?
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rajan (04/06/2010)
what is the price of hx5v camera and where it is available in india
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by James DeRuvo (04/07/2010)
Well it's currently not available through Sony India. And it's hard to give you an accurate price because exchange rates vary wildly from day to day. What I would do is contact Sony India and ask them when it will be available and where there's an authorized dealer in your area.
One option though is Amazon. They ship everywhere and the prices are competitive.
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One option though is Amazon. They ship everywhere and the prices are competitive.
ajay (05/15/2010)
If i order by Amazon... will battery charger will work in india..?
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Sony Cybershot HX5V Reviews
Sony Cybershot HX5V Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 3.0 out of 5
Not impressed
(Jami — 10/17/2010)
My sister and I purchased this for our mom, she isn't great at these kind of things so she loves it, but we are not impressed. It's an easy camera, pictures look just fine on the screen or uploaded onto our facebook, horrible prints, and just not worth it.
I need help camera people!!! My Fiance and I are getting ready to take a 2 week vacation to Hawaii right after christmas. My family is chipping together and getting a new camera of my choice for my up coming birthday.
I am looking for a camera that-
-Has AMAZING picture quality. I don't want to get back from hawaii and forget the pretty ocean water..
-Good zoom capability
-Travel friendly-pretty sleek
-I'm going to try and keep it under 350.
and GOOD battery life..
Anyway, if anyone can give me good information, I would LOVE if you could emailed me directly at JamiChrisitne05@hotmail.com… I will probably forget to check this website-
However this has been one of the most helpful camera review websites I have seen!! I was all ready to go for the sony cybershot t99 before i read the reviews..
