Size is important. But with cameras, small can mean less. Less quality, fewer features. But sometimes small is your best option. Thus some of the best selling cameras in the world are small, pocket cameras, available in a flash to capture the moment – moments that can pass you by if you’re fumbling around trying to unpack your DSLR camera and lenses.
Thankfully you can find some smaller cameras that offer a reasonable compromise between quality and convenience. One such camera is the new Sony Cybershot – the DSC-HX5V.
Released just a couple of months ago, we’ve used the HX5V extensively and found it a great all around camera – small enough to fit in the shirt pocket or purse – yet producing excellent quality photos.
The DSC-HX5V offers excellent low-light images as well as sweeping panoramic views using the iSweep Panorama Mode. It shoots full 108P HD video and has a 25mm wide angle 10x zoom lens. The camera has a plethora of options, making it suitable for a veteran or someone who just wants to point and shoot.
A bonus is that Sony’s new cameras for 2010 now accept either Sony’s proprietary memory cards, or standard SD/SDHC memory.
And the best part of the price is a very reasonable $350.
So if you’re looking for a new point-and-shoot to have for toting around in your pocket or purse, this is a perfect fit. It’s small and light, offers features that will satisfy just about any camera buff, yet is simple enough for anyone to use.