Sony DSC-HX200V Review | John Sison
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- I take a look at Sony's latest superzoom camera, the DSC-HX200. With a whopping 18 megapixel sensor and a 30x optical zoom, I take a look at how good this camera really is.
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Clear image zoom enlarges the image without much quality degradation and the resolution is still the same whereas digital zoom reduces picture quality quite a lot in favor of a more close up picture.
i want to buy it for short films in FULL HD and special effects, does it has external mic?
I just got mine! Loving it so far. I purchased it for the video quality. I have the HX9V and love Sony's HD quality.
I just picked up my HX200V about a month ago and have not regretting picking up this beauty. I took it on a 4 day/3 night backpacking trip to Kauai and it definitely was able to capture some amazing shots! Especially when a zoom was desired, this camera definitely delivered clear pictures even utilizing the optical zoom. Even taking night shots turned out great, you can check out the results by typing in Kalalau and HOT Hikers in the TH-cam search. Happy shooting!
This video was filmed with the a77 but there is a short clip in this video filmed with the HX200.
Sorry for the late reply. If you have it set to manual you can just the shutter speed by turning the jog dial at the right hand top corner. If you want to move on to the next setting press the jog dial to move on to the next setting you want to adjust.
On the side of the lens there is a switch for you to change it from zoom to manual focus.
I don't have any tutorials on this camera specifically but if you have any questions on it I'll try and help you out with it.
That is impressive. Hoping there will be more of an updated version next year.
In january 2012, I bought the HX200... and man..!! Its awesome. The zoom, and all the gadgets in this camera...wow..!! - And the best of all, when you playback your recordings on a HD TV. Its just great.... It seems that you are looking through a window with clean glass.
I took a look at the moon test. Its similar to the performance I was getting and the focus is pretty fast from when I tried it out. Perhaps one or two of the settings weren't in the best mode when you were testing it out.
There is no dedicated macro button but it can do macro shots as close as 1cm. You can select this mode in the SCN selection or just use the auto button for the camera to automatically select this mode.
Thanks John. Would you still recommend it for today?
Good review
I just bought the camera for my wife and we love it so far.
The points you make a valid and helped me a make a more educated decision.
Thanks for the review and in depth look at the camera
I own this camera, and I love it, but can you explain the relationship between the clear image zoom, and the digital zoom?
Apologies for the late reply. Press the menu button. Scroll down to a toolbox shaped icon. It will take you to settings. Scroll down to GPS setting and there will be an option to turn your GPS on.
Yeah I took a really brief look at the HX100 in the beginning of the video but thanks for the feedback.
Press the drive button which is on the left of the direction pad. Press enter and select continuous shooting. However, it shouldn't be hunting for focus.
Thanks for the review, something im trying to find out is the quality of pictures taken while doing a video, im no professional photographer, but i know when trying to capture stills from a video with a capture card, the quality of the stills were awful, im assuming this feature works much better :) and does it leave a pause, black frame or any evidence of a still being taken on the video recording, thanks if you can answer this for me :)
Plug the camera into the computer without the memory card. Make sure your USB connection (you can find this in the menu) is set to mass storage. Let me know if you have any problems with that.
Thanks....before somedays ago i tried a third party adapter ring whoose diameter was 58mm purchased from ebay.in , but it was unfitted to my hx 200v cause it was huge in size of that ring being 58mm. Later i measured the diameter of the lens's face myself by scale and it was 4.8cm . So i'm requesting you to ensure that size and inform me..which type adapter ring to use means step up or reversable or simple .
Sorry. I meant there is a bit of lag. There is a proximity viewfinder that switches from the LCD to the viewfinder. From memory, there was no external charger.
An enjoyable and informative review. Thankyou.
It seems to me that Sony bridge/travel cameras in the past seem to lack both raw, and a way to add a lens filter for protection. I dont mind missing out raw, as I find I can get the shot I want from the jpeg. I would prefer to have some sort of thread for a filter, though.
Does this particular model camera allow for a protective filter to be added, John ?
Select P on the mode dial. Press the menu button and scroll down to color mode. There will be an option to use black and white.
You can download the manual by going to the sony website. Type in your camera in the search bar. Go to support and you will be able to get it from there.
Sony doesn't make any filter adapter rings for the HX200 but there are some third party ones that you can buy online.
Definitely! Its a good all rounder camera with good macro capabilities of 1cm and has some helpful guides built into the camera to help you with your shooting style.
With an eye-fi card, you have to pair it with your camera or tablet or laptop. Not exactly sure how it works since I don't have one but it is compatible with this camera.
There is a rocker switch where the shutter button is that lets you zoom in and out.
can i use filter adapter ring on it? what's the diameter of the lens thread?
Hi sorry for the late reply, it performs decently and there are a few modes that help with low light photos like handheld twilight and multi frame noise reduction.
RAW is a type of file like JPEG. RAW is like a digital negative, unprocessed and is a larger file size. If you plan to edit your photos, RAW shooting is the file type you want to be shooting in as it doesn't degrade the quality of your photo unlike JPEG.
Q1. I would say the HX20 for its compactness but the HX200 has more features such as the tilting LCD screen, electronic viewfinder and a few more controls.
2. Both models can focus on a subject but you will get more of a blurry background with the HX200.
Sorry I don't know how to use vegas pro 11. I use final cut pro for my videos.
Since you said the camera is not good in low light situations, would you not recommend this camera for concerts?
The only reason I'm hesitant about buying the sony is that many reviews say the image quality suffers because of the number of megapixels. Do you agree with that?
I'll have to get back to you on that question. I don't have the camera with me at the moment. Stay tuned!
Unfortunately there is no filter thread on the lens for you to attach a filter.
That's interesting. Would it work with other flashes?
Yes it can connect to a tripod. If you're shooting for a vlog in your room or outdoors, then I would suggest using a tripod. Its just easier but if you're doing a vlog walking around, then this is still a good choice because the stabilization works very well.
I brought this recently iot is an amazing camera
The SX50 is a new camera that I don't have any experience on but the 50x optical zoom seems very appealing compared to the 30x optical zoom that the HX200 offers. My advice is to try them both in store and see which one you prefer more.
Thank you John for your support and advice thanks a lot.. :)
Probably the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 but if you're not in a rush, it might be a good idea to wait for a month or so to check out the new models camera manufacturers are bringing out.
Australia!!! thanks for this lovely review - has helped me decide to purchase this camera.
Do you mean the 24-70mm? It'll be hard to get the Sigma lens
If you were looking at the HX200 I would say you would need to record the sound separately and combine the two in post. Otherwise, if you were on a budget, the a37 and a58 would work fine for interviews since they have a mic input.
How many frames per second does it record or can record 60fps?
It can shoot in 60fps but it depends in which region you buy it from. If you bought it in a NTSC region you can shoot in 60fps. Otherwise, it will be 50fps.
It goes up to 60x with clear image zoom. Its not the equivalent to optical zoom but it does a very good job. Its more of an improved version of digital zoom. Its hard to tell the difference between optical and clear image zoom.
great review, easy to undertsand (y)... im thinking if i must buy this camera, so? do you recommend me to buy it the camera?, i mean, what percent of satisfaction dou you think this camera going to offer in general for a person who is a beginner like me? thanks
In a way yes but if you think its too expensive you can always get the HX100 which is last year's model and they have similar features and the body is exactly the same.
just got mine last week and did a unboxing. i got to say i love it!!!
You can change the shutter speed by selecting S on the mode dial. Use the jog dial on the back of the camera to change the shutter speed. I think you can go to 1/4000sec. As for smoke, use a dark background and use a pop up flash to illuminate the smoke.
You would call this a bridge camera or a superzoom camera.
hi i am slight confused on which camera to buy. I have following three options to choose from. Any help would be highly appreciated.
1. Sony HX 200 V or Sony HX 100V
2. Nikon P510
3. Nikon D3100 body + Tamron 18-200mm lens
All above falls in my budget of INR 20-30k (approx USD 500). Please help me select wisely.
I would want to shoot sports, wildlife, mountains etc and if possible moon as well :) with a decent zoom capability but at the same time good quality images.
The camera will shutdown automatically after a period of time if you leave it. This setting can be adjusted in the menu.
Yes. Its a good all rounder camera so you don't have the hassle of changing lenses and has some really good macro capabilities. In Australia, its $599 but I can imagine other countries will have a different pricing.
thanks for the video,
which is better ?
Q1: Sony DSC-HX200V or Sony Cybershot DSC-HX20 ?
Q2: which one of them has focus on object and blury background in (Video mode) ?
If you plan on filming, the Canon 550D will offer more in terms of quality and creativity since you can change lenses and add external mics. Might I also suggest the Sony a57 as it is on the same level.
I am not too sure on how true that is, but the logic makes sense. From my experience I don't notice any more issues with lens zoom/motor issues with regular point and shoots that have 5x optical zoom than with those that have well over 20x optical zoom. I can only imagine the motor begins to slow down over time, but I see that issue with all zoom lengths. EX: Lens takes longer to come out with turned on. (see this a lot on old P&S). Hope that helps.
Sorry if somebody has asked you this before, but I want to know your opinion, which one is better: FZ200 or HX200V?. I know HX200V has a larger zoom but FZ200 has a hotshoe and plug for an external mic. What is better when it comes to image quality, stabilization, low light performance and noise reduction?. Thanks a lot, I will appreciate your help.
Which one is best between these two that I should buy ?
Canon EOS 1300D
Sony Cyber Shot DSC HX200V
June 16, 2021: I just paid for this camera ($170.80 delivered). I've got several cameras with arguably better specs, but I wanted one with geotagging, and my other cameras don't have gps.
Here in Brazil I found this camera with Sony Lens.. The absence of Carl Zeis lens is a relevant point? or the sony lens do the job well in this category of cameras?
Thanks John for your support, but i have few more doubts on this topic, u have mentioned in the video review of HX200 that there is a delay between switching to optical view finder, so dose it effects photography, and how is this camera with fast moving objects? and can u please share a review of this camera at night that will be the helpful for me...
hey John...i need help. Do you think this camera or the newer Canon Powershot SX50HS is a better camera? I'm looking for something that I can have fun with , have outstanding photo quality, playful and try focusing and blurring the backgrounds, etc. I do like the partial color effects the Sony has. Which do you think is better overall?
Thanks
Good review John..I have this camera recently and use it as webcam and I'm having a problem removing the 0EV icon on the screen...maybe you could help..Thanks
Just bought this camera but won't get it for 3 days. After comparing the HX300 and HX200 I went with the 200. I'm excited to use it this summer. Thanks for the video of both cameras. It was very helpful. Looking forward to more of your videos.
Hi John,
Is the clear image zoom in sony equivalent to optical zoom? If yes, how much does the optical zoom increase from 30x? Thanks
I would probably include the HX300 into your choices which is the replacement of the HX200. Definitely go with the HX300.
a question: in a matter of video; Even video in low light conditions, the HX200v is the same as the HX100v?
It will be very similar but slightly better.
Unfortunately, there is no remote for it. You can only set a timer for when to take a photo.
hello !! can i use the external mic on HX200 ??
hi does this camera make good video and it shoots in 720p or 1080hd thank you if you answer me 🙏
It is still capable that's for sure. It's just lacking a lot of features that more recent cameras have like 4k and wifi.
If you zoom in manually you could. Otherwise, the best way to eliminate the sound is recording the audio on a separate device.
Good review! Keep 'em coming!
I'm also excited about the new Sony products that are to be announced in about 12 hours (like the A99)!
Yes it is. Just need to connect it to the USB terminal via the supplied USB cord.
What is rural capture? Thanks
That's weird. Have you tried doing the same on another computer? If it still doesn't work you may have to take it to a service centre.
I am standing between two types of cameras.
The first is the sony hx200 because i love the way that sony cameras works (i had the h-20) and the second is to upgrade to slr camera as the Nikon d3200..
The only i need is to have the opportunity to use as much i can the manual settings and shot really good night landscapes.
What is your opinion??
Thanks
Mainly I want to do lot of Videos and Sport Videos.What do you think of the video quality and the image stabilization? But only in this Video the Video quality is not soo good :/ Strange?!....
Doesn't it have a macro button? I'm thinking of buying this camera, but I REALLY like macro photography, so I need that to be good. The lack of button kind of worries me... how do you use macro with this camera, then?
Thanks!
If you were to take a still photo during recording it would a 13 megapixel photo in a 16:9 aspect ratio instead of the usual 4:3. And you would also be happy to know that there are no black frames or any evidence that a photo has been taken during recording.
Hello! I have this camera and the USB port isn't working anymore. I already tried 3 different USB cables and they all work with other things except for my camera and I also tried connecting it to different adapters and it still isn't charging. I can't transfer the files now cause the memory card isn't working when I connect it directly to a computer and I can only transfer files through USB. What should I do?
Try restarting the whole camera. It's unlikely but there could be a setting preventing the use of the usb. Otherwise, I'm assuming its the port of the camera that isn't working anymore unfortunately. It might be best to take it to a service repairer
John I just bought my new camera just today DSC H100. Hope this camera is best for me?
Like many superzoom cameras, they won't perform that great in low light but it'll do a decent job, depending on the lighting at the concert.
please tell me which ones image quality is superior in your opinion : Sony HX200V or Panasonic
DMC-FZ150 or SX40 HS or Nikon COOLPIX P510 ??
i am going to buying one for my garden photography and some food photography.
please help.
does it do a good job when you capture a portrait picture and blur the back of the person ?
To be honest, I'm not too sure since I haven't compared them side by side but judging by zoom capabilities the Canon seems to be the best followed by Nikon and then Sony, although the Sony is due for an update soon.
I found your video really helpful thank you
Glad it was helpful!
I like this camera, but do you think its worth the price?
I have this Sony camera and it's incredible. I figured everything out in about 3 days. The pics are crisp and clean. I originally wanted the Nikon p510 but a sales rep told me about the 200v and it is much better.
I'm an amateur and looking for a good bridge camera. Would you reccomend this Sony? Thanks!
I'm a amateur photographer so would you recommend this camera or a Nikon l810 bridge camera ? would really appreciate some help! thanks
Hiya.
Just wondering.
Iam tryingto use the ovie feature n record but after 29-30 minutes it goes onto standby.
Then when I look at my files in the sdcard even tho i film says 30 mniutes.. it comes in parts. 17,12 seconds and then abotu 12 minutes.
Is there anyway in stopping it hitting standby and recording for a full hour.
Also why is high mode. FH does it take like almsot 4gb for 30 minutes recording.. thatrss alot..even for hd
To be honest I haven't played with the Canon camera but its specs look very impressive especially its zoom.
The main differences are, the HX100v has a 16 megapixel sensor and the HX200v has an 18megapixel sensor with faster autofocus plus picture effects, clear image zoom and better battery life
You can't hear the zoom whilst filming =.)
To be honest, you'll get much better quality images out of the D3200 because it has a lot of manual settings. The HX200 is very limited in that regard. I'd also recommend taking a look at the Sony a37.
Definitely would recommend the Sony. The newer HX300 which is the update to the HX200 is even better.
Hi,
feature wise Sony DSC-hx200v is looking awesome.
but i have a doubt on the its performance in night...
how is the performance of the Sony product in night?