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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V
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alaScore 89

972 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 972 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Views about the price and portability are overall positive. The performance and image quality also get good feedback. The viewfinder and shutter get critical opinions, while views are divided on the durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 256 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the price and portability. The performance and image quality are also appreciated, whereas many are critical about the viewfinder.

usability, image quality, performance, portability, price

viewfinder

85% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Reviewers really like the image quality. The low light performance is also appreciated.

low-light, image quality

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Sony DSC-HX5V review

 

This high-performance point-and-shooter is as flexible as dinky cameras come. Is it the world's finest big-zoom compact?

This incredibly versatile snapper’s wealth of shooting modes make it our new favourite premium compact

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Stuff magazine

 

This high-performance point-and-shooter is as flexible as dinky cameras come. Is it the world's finest big-zoom compact?

This incredibly versatile snapper's wealth of shooting modes make it our new favourite premium compact

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan, pcworld.com (techadvisor.co.uk)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V review

 

And the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is an excellent camera, delivering some of the best image quality we've seen from a point-and-shoot model in 2010.

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...

Jun, 2010
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Expert review by : Expert Reviews Staff (expertreviews.co.uk)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V review

 

The HX5V is a solid choice and is definitely one of the more compelling compacts we've seen this year.

May, 2010
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Expert review by (tipa.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

La Sony Cyber-shot HX5V è la prima fotocamera al mondo ad integrare le funzioni GPS e Compass (bussola), oltre all'esclusiva Sweep Panorama. È dotata di un obiettivo 25-250mm (equivalente) e di un sensore CMOS Exmor R™ da 10,2 Megapixel. La modalità...

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (macworld.co.uk)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V review

 

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is an excellent camera, delivering some of the best image quality we've seen.

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...

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Kevin Carter (macuser.co.uk)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

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...

Few cameras offer the wealth of features and scope of the HX5V, and this is one of those rare examples where the potential isn't let down by mediocre performance

May, 2010
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Expert review by : Mike Joubert (techsmart.co.za)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

Stacked to the rafters with features, the Sony HX5V's onboard geo-tagging capabilities and HD video are its main attractions

Wide-angle and 10x optical zoom, GPS, HD video recording

Buttons on the back looks a bit cheap, GPS can take its time

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V digital camera

 

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is a feature-filled pocket megazoom that takes excellent photos

Panorama, low-light and backlight correction modes; GPS receiver and compass for geotagging; excellent colour accuracy and low-light performance

No aperture-priority or shutter-priority modes, geotagging requires software on a Windows PC, images aren't always sharp

Don't call Sony's GPS-enabled, feature-loaded DSC-HX5V a gimmick camera. It supplements its in-camera goodies with great image quality and terrific shooting modes.

Jun, 2010
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Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V

 

While you can get more zoom in a same-size camera from competitors, Sony makes up for it with a wealth of innovative features and clever in-camera software in the Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V.

Fast operation. Excellent image quality. Superior video recording (1080i60). Large, 3-inch LCD. Clever in-camera software for creating panoramic photos and reducing image noise. Integrated GPS and compass.

Competition offers more zoom in similar body size.

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Aug, 2010
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