The Sony hx100v , star of the Cyber-shot range offers outstanding image quality and creative features worthy of a digital SLR. With Extra powerful zoom range, its Full HD 50p video, GPS and shooting 3D digital camera.
Features
High Sensitivity CMOS sensor 16 MP , ISO 3200
7.5 cm LCD , 921 Swivel Kpixels
30x wide angle zoom ( 27-810 mm)
1080p High Definition video with active stabilized zoom and stereo sound
Sony, with its experience in the field of digital imaging, has continued to innovate in recent years. After the full-format SLR below € 2000 and models of "no reflex mirror" SLT, the Japanese firm has addressed the segment bridges.
Sony HX100V Tip - Manual Focus with Focus Ring in Video Mode
ButSony HX100V seems quite complete this mission. Equipped with the latest technological refinements and above all a manual ring multifunction high-end Sony has all the arguments to win the prize for best bridge at the time.
Sony HX100VFeatures
TheSony HX100V has a x30 zoom comfortable. Taking up against the other bridges premium segment offering a real wide angle (about 22mm), the Sony is content with a focal length starting at 27mm. But this small difference in the beginning of range is also found in tele-objective, since the maximum focal length is 810mm; plenty to please the animal lovers. And when you consider that the optical zoom of this was developed in partnership with Carl Zeiss, maker whose reputation is well established, it is reasonable to expect high quality images. This lens opens to f/2.8 at wide angle and f/5.6 in telephoto which is equivalent to other devices on the segment.
This screen is articulated (-45 ° to 90 °) allow many positions framing (floor level, above the crowd ...). It is complemented by an electronic viewfinder less attractive pixels 201 but will be very useful in bright sunshine when the target screen is virtually impossible. The latter is equipped with an "eye-start" that automatically switches EVF / LCD when approaching the eye of the viewfinder very practical. For photographers interested in geotagging, the HX100v embeds a GPS that will record the coordinates in the EXIF data that accompany the pictures but also a compass that will record the direction during the shoot.
The Sony HX100V Technical-details is compatible with SD, SDHC, SDXC and, of course, the card type "Memory Stick", the proprietary format from Sony.The connection is minimalist with a Mini-HDMI jack and a "multi-use" proprietary format. While Mini USB is probably the most universal connectivity, some manufacturers continue to go it alone and offer specific connectors requiring the user to switch between the different cables. Moreover, Sony has not even bothered to provide A/V cable with his camera, forcing him to go through the HDMI, computer or a TV that can read SD / MS if you want to immediately see its photos.
The Sony HX100V accessories is powered by a Li-Ion Battery NP-FH50 battery life that allows (announced) comfortable 440 photos. But the charging system proposed by Sony is not the most practical. Indeed, the batteries are recharged in the camera via a special cable.
This means that the NPC cannot be used when the battery is charging. When we know that most users buy a second battery to boost the autonomy of their camera, they quickly realized the disadvantages generated by this choice. While Nikon, which suffers from the same handicap, however, offers charging via USB, the Sony comes with a charger that plugs into specific sector only. For convenience, it will be desirable to be equipped with an external charger, which will swell a little more salt a bill already. This system still has a small advantage: the Sony HX100v can be used in industry, and without a battery. Useful for long studio sessions or film of the evening.
Ergonomics - Getting Started with Sony HX100v
The Sony HX100v much like its predecessor, the HX1. Fairly impressive especially because of its wide lens barrel, he accuses least 600g on the scales. The case, very large and deep with a handle and comfortable, offers excellent grip, the main keys falling fairly naturally under the fingers. The large lens barrel and the ring manual incentive to hold the device in the manner of a reflex that can gain stability. Except for the lens barrel where the metal ring is predominantly manual, the rest of the case is a classic plastic slightly spotted: one likes it or not.
Little trick "made in Sony" in a hurry, often we forget to remove the lens cap. The Sony HX100v has an ingenious system that ejects in case you forget, thanks to a simple system of levers built into the cap. A system for saving dizzy (s) will avoid a viewfinder black or a warning message requiring them to turn off the unit doing the same time, miss the shot of the year.
At the rear of the unit found the excellent LCD 3'''XtraFine TruBlack ". Very bright and defined more than adequate, it is very pleasant to use. The information is clearly legible even in bright pictures. All major information therein and in the use of GPS, the presence of the signal and the compass are emerging in a very discreet. A composition grid is also available.
However, this screen is covered with a glossy coating that interferes with reading in full sun and will likely require aiming through the EVF. Here again, the tendency to retain fingerprints. Articulated like the reflex of the range, it can shoot from various positions. ugh the menus is a model of its kind, is both flexible and fast at the transitions. The menus are also very clear and accompanied by a text using ideal for beginners.
The Sony HX100V Manual also includes its own documentation in the form of a user guide. Fully functional and easy to read with the definition of the screen, it will prevent the user to walk around with paper documentation.
It should be noted that Sony had the good idea to display the information "remaining runtime" in the form of a bar graph and a decimal value.
Behind the screen lies a "RESET" button to reset the device completely. If I ever seen a camera "plant", no bugs were found on the Sony HX100V Review in this test.
Sony DSC-HX100V Camera Review
Sony HX100V Review By Jack
This device is desired because of the problems experienced by Japan recently, but the wait is well caught by the qualities of this bridge. particularly suited to individuals who, like me, want a high performance camera, light, versatile, able to make small video clips of very good quality. Allow an extra battery and charger separately (the charger supplied only allows loading with direct connection to the device) Sony says it is compatible with SD cards from Class 4, but given the right prices of some 10 class card, it is best not to skimp. Purists may prefer him to be a reflex, but, given the weight gain, the real versatility of the beautiful image quality and overall price 4 times lower than a DSLR + 3 zoom (it must be that for equivalent to 27-810mm of the bridge) I think it will suit the majority of amateur photographers, even the most discerning. Check out the forums and hosting of photos on the net, you will be convinced. The unit weighs less than 600g all-inclusive, you can take it everywhere. Zooming can be done with conventional control common to all compact digital cameras but can also be done with the ring electric assist. There are a pleasure to hold with the old camera and zooming "manual". You can use the electronic viewfinder (suitable for a bridge) but you will have great pleasure to use the screen whose definition is beautiful. By ecological or economic concerns, Sony provided a manual paper extremely brief, but comprehensive CD comes to know all the secrets. If like me, you do not walk around with a computer in your pocket, it does not matter because Sony has included a guide in the device. Phew. However, even if the grip is intuitive, you'll need at least several days to determine your tests and your favorite settings. However, once the first pictures you will love, even if you leave the "Full Auto" do the job for you.
