Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1

653 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (217)
performance (177)
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image quality (145)
price (102)

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memory (20)
shutter (6)
contrast (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 653 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the price and zoom. The image quality and performance also get good feedback, whereas there are some mixed comments about the memory. There are some critical reviews about the contrast and shutter.

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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-H1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 80 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the price and image quality. The performance and zoom also get good views, but many are critical about the memory.

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

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 189 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the zoom and price are on the whole positive. The image quality and performance also get good views. Comments about the energy efficiency and focus are mixed.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Donald Melanson (engadget.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 reviewed

Digital Photography Review has turned in another one of their thorough reviews, this time tackling Sony's new Cyber-shot DSC-H1, first announced back in February. The 5.1 megapixel camera has a 12x optical zoom lens, image stabilization, a...

Jul, 2005

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Expert review by (pcworld.com)

PCWorld.com - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1

Sony's $500 Cyber-shot DSC-H1 packs a powerful 12X optical zoom lens and an impressive 2.5-inch LCD into a chunky but intelligently designed ...

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by : Paul Jasper (pcworld.com)

Cybershot DSC-H1 Digital Camera

Sony's $500 Cyber-shot DSC-H1 packs a powerful 12X optical zoom lens and an impressive 2.5-inch LCD into a chunky but intelligently designed package. Its built-in image stabilization helps produce sharp pictures, especially in low-light conditions or...

Powerful 12X optical zoom Optical image stabilization

Mediocre image quality

There's no Memory Stick bundled in the box with the DSC-H1, but you can store up to 12 shots at the camera's highest resolution in its 32MB of built-in memory. In our battery tests, we took 306 shots between charges--an impressive total for a camera...

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by : Paul Jasper (pcworld.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 Digital Camera (5.1MP, 2592x1944, 12x, 32MB Internal Memory)

Photograph: Rick Rizner

Powerful 12X optical zoom ; Optical image stabilization

Mediocre image quality

This bulky model features a 12X optical zoom with optical image stabilization, but overall image quality was mediocre.

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by : Terry Sullivan (pcmag.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1

This superzoom has some fine features, but just a few hang-ups, too.

Good picture quality. Fairly good video capabilities. Quick boot-up. Large LCD screen.

Flash is too powerful in auto mode. Significant shutter lag with flash shots.

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Jul, 2005

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Expert review by : Theano Nikitas (cnet.com)

Sony Cyber Shot DSC-H1 review

Sony Cyber Shot DSC-H1

12X image-stabilized zoom; 2.5-inch LCD; speedy performance; full feature set; nice selection of accessories.

Slightly soft images; lack of fine detail; larger and heavier than the competition.

This is a capable megazoom camera that can hold its own against much of the competition.

Jul, 2005

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Expert review by : Simon Joinson (dpreview.com)

Sony DSC-H1

Introduced in February 2005 (pre-PMA), the Cyber-shot H1 is Sony's attempt to win a share of one of the fastest growing digital camera market sectors, the 5 megapixel 'super zoom'. Although Sony has produced big zoom cameras before (the F828 and its...

Good resolution, good edge-to-edge detail, Great color, good exposure, Accurate and fast focus, Low shutter lag, Superb handling, comprehensive photographic controls, Jog dial makes manual / semi-automatic exposure very easy and fast, 12x zoom offers...

Slight overall softness when viewed at 100%, Some focus hunting at long end of the zoom (especially in movie mode), Image stabilization doesn't seem quite as effective as competition, Small (though bright and clear) viewfinder, High default contrast...

Considering this is Sony's first foray into the increasingly crowded - and competitive - 5MP 'super zoom', whereas other manufacturers are already into their second or third generation models, the DSC-H1 is a very impressive, very mature product indeed.

May, 2005

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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Sony DSC-H1

Physical Views The Sony H1 compared to a standard CD disc. The 5-megapixel, stabilized 12x zoom Canon S2 IS and Cyber-shot H1 Continue on to Page Two DSC-H1 Specifications CCD Imager 1/2.5" Sony Super HAD 5.1 Megapixel Effective Image Resolutions Still...

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by (photographyblog.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 Review

With a massive 12x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36-432mm on a 35mm camera, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 is Sony's representative in the ultra-zoom class of compact digital cameras. The DSC-H1 has a 5.1 megapixel sensor and features Sony's image...

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 is Sony's first attempt at an ultra-zoom digital camera, and on the whole it is a very successful one. It's easy to see why - the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 is stylish, well-built and takes good 5 megapixel photographs that...

Oct, 2005

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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Digital Cameras - Sony CyberShot DSC-H1 Digital Camera Review, Information, Specifications

The Sony DSC-H1 marks a new category for Sony (at least in recent history), offering optical image stabilization with a very long zoom lens. The Sony H1 provides more manual exposure control than many other long zoom digital cameras, yet is easy to use...

Quite fast, good shutter response, very good shot to shot speed, Image stabilization works well, is a great help with a long zoom lens like the H1's

Slightly yellowish skin tones, Auto white balance had a hard time with household incandescent lighting

Though the LCD monitor is quite large and dominates the rear panel, Sony managed to keep all the functions necessary close at hand and easy to operate. Though it's a little on the small side, the grip area offers a firm hold on the camera. The lens is...

Jun, 2005

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