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Sony has launched the Cyber-shot HX350 in European markets, offering a 50x zoom lens and 20.4MP BSI CMOS sensor like its HX300 predecessor. In fact, very little has changed compared to the previous model – as best we can tell, it adds an up-to-date BIONZ X processor, lock-on AF and a new blue ‘Zeiss’ badge on the same 24-1200mm equiv. F2.8-6.3 lens.
It continues to offer a built-in EVF, optical image stabilization, 3″ tilting 921k-dot LCD, 1080/60p video recording and 10 fps burst shooting. Sony Germany lists the HX350 at €449 with availability in January 2017.
Press Release:
That’s so close! The compact 50x super zoom Cyber-shot™ HX350 is big on imaging power
- ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 50x optical zoom and 100x Clear Image Zoom[i] for awesome close-ups
- Shoot like a pro with manual controls and electronic viewfinder in a compact DSLR-style body
- Back-illuminated Exmor RTM CMOS sensor with 20.4 effective megapixels and BIONZ X™ image processing engine
- Optical SteadyShot™ and Intelligent Active Mode for smooth, stable stills and Full HD movies
- Sharp, speedy focus of moving subjects with Lock-on AF and DMF (Direct Manual Focus)
From expansive landscapes to exotic wildlife and family portraits: every scene’s covered with the Cyber-shot HX350 high-zoom camera from Sony.
Discerning photographers graduating from smartphone snaps will love the mix of easy-to-use features and DSLR-inspired styling. Fitting beautifully in your hand, the HX350 packs big camera performance into a compact body – for limitless creative possibilities with a fixed lens.
You’re good for any shooting situation, with the ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens offering a huge 50x optical zoom range – corresponding to 24mm wide angle to 1200mmsuper telephoto (equivalent in 35mm format).Clear Image Zoom doubles maximum magnification to a breathtaking 100xi, bringing distant buildings, people and animals jaw-droppingly close.
Camera shake is the enemy of high-zoom shooting, as any pro knows. Optical SteadyShot cuts handheld wobbles for crisper stills, rapidly shifting a group of lens elements to correct for the slightest hand tremors. Intelligent Active Mode keeps Full HD videos equally sharp and blur-free with Sony’s proprietary frame analysis technology.
Enthusiasts will be impressed by the high-resolution back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor with 20.4 effective megapixels and speedy BIONZ X image processing engine. Even if you’re shooting handheld indoors or in low light, you’ll value crisp, low noise images and pristine Full HD video footage.
The easy to use Cyber-shot HX350 is loaded with serious shooting options. There’s a manual ring for smooth adjustment of zoom/focus, plus an easily-accessible mode dial and custom button for quick adjustment of favourite settings. And with full P/A/S/M controls, you’ve got all the exposure options you need to craft stunning pictures and Full HD videos. Movie-makers will also welcome the extra detail of a 24p shooting mode that gives footage that authentically cinematic look.
The choice is yours when it comes to framing shots with confidence. Look through the camera’s high-contrast electronic viewfinder – just like you’d expect on a DSLR – or switch to the manually tiltable 7.5cm (3.0-type) LCD with 921k dot resolution.
Extra shooting refinements include Motion Shot Video that traces your tennis serve or golf swing as a split-second series of superimposed images. After shooting, connect the camera to your 4K television for a big, beautiful view of your photos. Support for TRILUMINOS™ Colour on compatible BRAVIA™ TVs ensures still shots bursting with vivid, vibrant colours.
[i] At optical wide-end
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 specifications
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | €450 |
| Body type | |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Body material | Composite |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 20 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 21 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS |
| Processor | BIONZ X |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Color filter array | Primary Color Filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 80-3200 (up to 12800 in Multi-Frame NR mode) |
| Boosted ISO (maximum) | 12800 |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Uncompressed format | No |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, standard |
| File format |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 24–1000 mm |
| Optical zoom | 41.7× |
| Maximum aperture | F2.8–6.3 |
| Autofocus |
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| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Digital zoom | Yes (2x) |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Normal focus range | 1 cm (0.39″) |
| Macro focus range | 1 cm (0.39″) |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 921,600 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder resolution | 201,600 |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Scene modes |
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| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Flash range | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
| External flash | No |
| Flash modes | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
| Drive modes |
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| Continuous drive | 10.0 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | -2–3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | Yes |
| Videography features | |
| Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Modes |
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| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (micro-HDMI) |
| Microphone port | No |
| Headphone port | No |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | NB-BX1 lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 300 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 652 g (1.44 lb / 23.00 oz) |
| Dimensions | 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.12 x 3.66 x 4.06″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)