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Sony H50

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Brand Sony 2008
Model DSC-H50
Released Year 2008
Type DSLR Cameras
Series Cyber-shot
Color Black
Optical Zoom 15x
Status Discontinued

Overview

The Sony Cyber-shot H50 is a 9.1 megapixel digital camera released in 2008, featuring a powerful 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with a focal length range suitable for wide-angle to telephoto shots. It incorporates a 2.5-inch LCD display for image preview and shooting control, complemented by an electronic viewfinder for versatility in bright conditions. The camera supports ISO sensitivity up to 3200, allowing better low-light performance with noise reduction capabilities. It uses a CCD sensor coupled with manual and program exposure modes to accommodate various photography styles. The H50 offers both JPEG and RAW image formats and supports ISO Auto for intelligent exposure adjustments. Power is supplied through a rechargeable battery system optimized for extended shooting sessions.

Specifications

MPN DSC-H50/B
UPC 0027242728981
Model DSC-H50
Digital Zoom 2x
Battery Type Lithium-Ion
Color Black
Connectivity USB
Features Digital Zoom, USB, Red-Eye Correction, PictBridge Support, AV Output, Image Stabilization
Series Sony Cyber-shot
Optical Zoom 15x
Depth 3.39in
Width 4.57in
Item Weight 14.63 Oz.
Height 3.2in
Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.2in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-3"-Color
Exposure Compensation ±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 800, Iso Auto, Iso 400, Iso 1600, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 80, Iso 1000, Iso 3200
Sensor Type Super HAD CCD
Shooting Modes Frame Movie Mode
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 31-465mm
Face Detection Yes
Camera Flash Features Flash OFF!, Af Illuminator, Fill-In Flash, Slow Sync, Flash +/- Compensation, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Incandescent (Preset), Flash (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Fluorescent (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Battery Form Factor Manufacturer Specific
Focus Adjustment Autofocus & Manual Focus, Manual, Automatic
Expansion Slot 1X Memory Stick PRO/Duo
Operating System Supported Apple Mac Os 9.1, Microsoft Windows 2000, Apple Mac Os X 10.1-10.5, Mississippi Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Mississippi Windows XP Professional, Apple Mac OS 9, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Mississippi Windows XP Home Edition, Apple Mac Os X 10.0, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os 9.2
Sensor Size 1/2.3in
MAX Shutter SPEED 1/4000 Sec
Display Size 3in
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Still Image Format Dpof, Dcf, JPEG
Microphone Operation Mode mono
Integrated Memory Size 15MB
Display Rotation Folding
Digital Video Format MPEG VX, MPEG1
Screen Size 3.0"in
Light Sensitivity MAX 3200
Type Point & Shoot
Maximum Resolution 9.1MP
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 9.1MP
Min Shutter SPEED 1/4 Sec
MAX Video Resolution 640x480
Additional Features Digital Zoom, USB, Red-Eye Correction, PictBridge Support, Image Stabilization, AV Output
Flash Type Pop-Up Flash
Effective Flash Range 0.2m-9.1m
Continuous Shooting SPEED 1.6fps
Exterior Color Black
Microphone Type Microphone-Built-In-Electret Condenser-mono
Connector Types 1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Beach, Landscape, Twilight Mode, Snow, Smile Shutter, Sports Mode, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Fireworks, High Sensitivity
Flash Modes Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode, OFF! Mode
Red-Eye Reduction Yes
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Without Viewfinder, LCD
Supported Flash Memory Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO/Duo, Memory Stick Duo Pro, Built-In, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

Key Advantages

The Sony Cyber-shot H50 delivers an excellent 10x optical zoom lens with Carl Zeiss optics, ensuring sharp and clear images across focal lengths. Its 9.1 MP sensor strikes a balance between resolution and low-light sensitivity, producing quality shots with minimal noise. The camera's manual controls and extensive shooting modes offer flexibility for advanced users to creatively capture images. The inclusion of both electronic viewfinder and LCD screen enhances compositional accuracy under different lighting conditions. Additionally, the compact and ergonomic body design makes it comfortable for handheld use during prolonged sessions. The camera's support for RAW format appeals to photographers who prefer post-processing capabilities.

Limitations

Despite its strengths, the Sony Cyber-shot H50 has some limitations including a relatively slow start-up and shot-to-shot times compared to modern cameras. Its CCD sensor technology, while capable, results in increased power consumption reducing battery life under heavy usage. The camera lacks HD video recording features, limiting its multimedia functionality. The fixed single memory slot supports only Memory Stick Duo cards, which may be less convenient compared to SD card use in other cameras. Additionally, the 2.5-inch LCD, although adequate, has limited resolution and viewing angles by today’s standards. Lastly, the absence of built-in image stabilization can affect handheld shooting sharpness at extended zoom ranges.

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