Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 bridge camera 1/2.4" 9.1 MP CMOS Black

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  • Brand : Sony
  • Product family : Cyber-shot
  • Product series : HX
  • Product name : HX1 Digital compact camera
  • Product code : DSC-HX1
  • Category : Digital Cameras ✚
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  • Long product name Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 bridge camera 1/2.4" 9.1 MP CMOS Black :

    DSC-HX 9.1MP , 20x zoom, Tilting 3.0"LCD, SONY G lens, 10fps, 1080 HD movie

  • Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 bridge camera 1/2.4" 9.1 MP CMOS Black :

    Feature packed camera with advanced functions. Exmor™ CMOS sensor, Sony G lens, 1080p HD movie recording, Panorama mode and 20x optical zoom. High speed shooting and low image noise.

    Please be aware that the features/specifications can differ from country to country.

    Features:

    - Exmor™ CMOS sensor boosts sensitivity while suppressing image noise for superb low-light pictures.
    - 9.1 effective megapixels resolution for very high quality imaging and detail-packed enlargements.
    - Premium G Lens by Sony with high-power 20x optical zoom range and 28mm wide angle.
    - Sweep Panorama mode automatically stiches together high-speed burst of images to capture extra-wide landscapes.
    - Two shooting modes dramatically reduce image noise even in low light, superimposing 6 separate images to create one beautiful shot.
    - 1080p HD movie recording captures crisp, detail-packed HD video clips plus stereo sound at 30 frames per second.
    - Exmor™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ processor powers high-speed, full resolution continuous shooting up to 10 frames per second.
    - 3.0-inch tilt-angle Clear Photo LCD Plus screen for comfortable framing in any shooting position.
    - Optical SteadyShot image stabilization for reduced camera shake with handheld shooting, especially in low light or at high zoom settings.
    - Enhanced Smile Shutter automatically fires shutter when subject smiles: now easier to use with adjustable smile threshold.
    - Enhanced Face Detection with selectable adult/child priority high-speed subject tracking for clearer portraits. Includes Face Motion Detection and Selected Face Memory.
    - Intelligent Scene Recognition simplifies shooting by choosing best settings for difficult conditions such as twilight portraits and backlit scenes.
    - HD output to view video and still images on HD TV (requires optional cable). PhotoTV HD enhances still image viewing on compatible BRAVIA TV.
    - Photomusic (HD Slideshow) offers fun display of still images and HD video clips with effects and music on LCD or connected HD TV
    - Fun in-camera retouching functions including trim, red-eye correction and artistic filters.
    - Picture Motion Browser software simplifies image management, searches and viewing on PC.

  • Short summary description Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 bridge camera 1/2.4" 9.1 MP CMOS Black :

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1, 9.1 MP, 1/2.4", CMOS, 20x, HD, Black

  • Long summary description Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 bridge camera 1/2.4" 9.1 MP CMOS Black :

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. Camera type: Bridge camera, Megapixel: 9.1 MP, Image sensor size: 1/2.4", Sensor type: CMOS. Optical zoom: 20x, Digital zoom: 40x, Focal length range: 5 - 100 mm. HD type: HD, Maximum video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels. Display diagonal: 7.62 cm (3"). Viewfinder type: Electronic. PictBridge. Weight: 453 g. Product color: Black

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Specs
Picture quality
Image sensor size 1/2.4"
Camera type Bridge camera
Megapixel 9.1 MP
Sensor type CMOS
Still image resolution(s) 640 x 480,1280 x 720,1920 x 1080,2048 x 1536,2592 x 1944,3456 x 1944,3456 x 2304,3456 x 2592
Image stabilizer
Supported aspect ratios 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image formats supported JPG
Lens system
Optical zoom 20x
Digital zoom 40x
Focal length range 5 - 100 mm
Lens structure (elements/groups) 13/10
Filter
Number of aspheric elements 1
Focusing
Auto focusing (AF) modes Centre weighted Auto Focus, Flexible Spot Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (tele) 1.5 - ∞
Macro focusing range (wide) 0.01 - ∞
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam
Exposure
ISO sensitivity 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light exposure control Program AE
Light exposure correction ± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Light metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Flash
Flash modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (wide) 0.3 - 9.2 m
Flash range (tele) 1.5 - 5.1 m
Video
Video recording
Maximum video resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
HD type HD
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080
Motion JPEG frame rate 30 fps
Video formats supported H.264
Audio
Built-in microphone
Memory
Compatible memory cards MS Duo, MS PRO Duo
Memory slots 1
Display
Display LCD
Display diagonal 7.62 cm (3")
Display resolution (numeric) 230000 pixels

Display
Field of view 100%
Viewfinder
Viewfinder type Electronic
Ports & interfaces
PictBridge
USB version 2.0
Camera
White balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Scene modes Backlight, Beach, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Twilight, Landscape
Self-timer delay 10, 20 s
Camera playback Single image, Slide show
Image editing Rotating, Trimming
Tripod mounting supported
Image processor BIONZ
Windows operating systems supported Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional
Mac operating systems supported Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Design
Product color Black
Battery
Battery voltage 6.8 V
Battery life (CIPA standard) 390 shots
Battery life (max) 3.15 h
Battery type NP-FH50
Number of batteries supported 1
Weight & dimensions
Width 114.5 mm
Depth 91.8 mm
Height 82.8 mm
Weight 453 g
Weight (including battery) 504 g
Packaging content
Hand strap
Battery charger included
Batteries included
Bundled software Picture Motion Browser 4.2.11 Music Transfer
Other features
Video capability
Interface USB 2.0
Aperture range (F-F) 2.8 - 8
Lens system G
Built-in flash
Camera shutter speed 2 - 1/4000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent) 28 - 560 mm
Digital SLR
HDMI ports quantity 1
Power source type Battery
Distributors
Country Distributor
1 distributor(s)
Reviews
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:33:21
Average rating:80
Uk has collected 63 expert reviews for Sony Cyber-shot HX1 Digital compact camera and the average expert rating is 80 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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electricpig.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:31:38
Average rating:80
The Sony DSC-HX1 is the big S’s all new bridge camera, designed to span the gap between a compact snapper and a full-on interchangeable lens DSLR. It comes equipped with an epic 20x optical zoom lens and a brand new Exmor CMOS sensor, meaning it easily...
  • Brilliantly versatile, sweeping panoramic mode...
  • Noise in higher ISO shots...
  • Flexible, well designed and easy to use – a stonking bridge camera that can adapt to almost any shooting situation...
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macworld.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:31:46
Average rating:60
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is one of the new hybrid digital still cameras that can be used to shoot good-quality video. It has a massive 20x zoom lens and lots of manual features. It’s a 9-megapixel camera with a 28-560mm zoom lens, and unlike most co...
  • Excellent viewfinder, 20x zoom, useful in-camera panorama mode, can shoot Full HD video...
  • Noisy images, photos lack clarity, body feels too narrow, LCD screen does not rotate Min specs: Image Sensor Technology: Exmor CMOS Sensor; Image Sensor Size: 1/2.4in; Effective Pixel Resolution: 9.1 Megapixels; Maximum Resolution: 3456x2592 pixels; Lens...
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gadgetshow.channel5.com
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:31:59
Average rating:80
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is a 9.1MP superzoom with CMOS sensor and stabilised 20x (28-560mm equivalent) zoom lens. It has a three-inch folding LCD, 10fps continuous shooting, sweep panorama, low noise and anti-blur modes. As well as a 1080p movie-ca...
  • This Sony’s 20x zoom lens isn’t just a lens, it’s a force of nature. From a wideangle that can accommodate Jonathan Ross’s ego to a telephoto that can (just) make out the Jonas Brothers’ talent, the stabilised optics are cris...
  • How often do you zoom in to the inside of someone’s nose? If you don’t need the longer reaches of the huge lens, a budget SLR like the Nikon D60 costs and weighs about the same, but with a crystal clear optical viewfinder instead of a cramped...
  • Japanese Sony’s most American camera yet: the big, brash HX1 chews gum and deafens cowering compacts with its 20x zoom and endless feature list. However, average picture quality is all mouth and no (plaid) ‘pants’. Best offers for the So...
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pcadvisor.co.uk
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2011-07-31 07:32:07
Average rating:70
Product Code: DSCHX1.CEH The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is one of the new hybrid digital still cameras that can be used to shoot good quality video. At its core, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is an advanced compact camera, but its capable of shooting vi...
  • If you want an advanced compact with a big zoom and if dont plan on making big prints of your photos then the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is worth considering. However, you will have to get used to its odd physical characteristics (such as the poor shutt...
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theregister.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:32:11
Average rating:85
These days you’re rather spoilt for choice when it comes to super zoom compacts, and so it’s simply not enough to offer a camera sporting an extra-long zoom; you’ve got to make it stand out in the crowd. Sony reckons the DSC-HX1 offers something specia...
  • Apart from lacking a RAW image option and the less than Full HD video, the DSC-HX1 offers a pretty good spec. Features such as a powerful optical image stabilisation system, Sweep Panorama and a lightning fast continuous shooting mode are great to hav...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:32:16
Average rating:70
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is one of the new hybrid digital still cameras that can be used to shoot good quality video. At its core, the Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is an advanced compact camera, but its capable of shooting video at the full high-definition (...
T3.com
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:32:19
Average rating:80
This innovative point and shoot will broaden your horizons It’s rare that you’ll find a camera that ticks both the style and innovation boxes, but Sony’s latest feature-packed shooter is so impressive that it will turn the head of even the most season...
  • Sweep Panorama mode, Superzoom functionality, Speedy start-up, Full HD video...
  • Pricy compared to rivals, Lack of RAW capture...
  • A surprisingly innovative and easy to use camera, which may not match the DSLR big-guns for performance but boasts a whole host of groundbreaking features.
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Cameras.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:32:25
Average rating:85
The Sony Cybershot DSC HX1 is one of the most advanced digital cameras you will find. What helps to make the Cybershot DSC HX1 different is that Sony has used a different type of sensor. This speeds up processing and makes the camera capable of taking...
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digicambuyer.co.uk
Updated:
2011-07-31 07:32:53
Average rating:100
This regular-looking camera has some amazing tricks hidden insideYou may be thinking £489 is a whole lot of money to spend on a prosumer camera – why not spend an extra £50 and enjoy the delights of a full-blown digital SLR? Well the answer lies within...
  • An expensive bit of kit, but extremely well endowed in terms of amazing and very useful features...
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