Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V Review

[@TheDigitalDigest]

Thanks for the kind words! Regarding the flash, you will need to use the flash release button to employ it. Thanks for watching!

[@CharlotteArevalo008]

hi sorry maybee you say it but i lose. this camera support an external microphone on usb?

[@TheDigitalDigest]

It does still have the Defocus scene mode. Thanks for watching!

[@LeonardGrossman1943]

Two more thoughts. I took photos before and after the opera the other night at the Civic Opera house in Chicago. I was amazed at the detail I was able to get, hand held, in a darkened auditorium, from a balcony hundreds of feet away from and several stories above the stage. Second- Has anyone found the EVF seriously discounted, new or used anywhere? The existence of the EVF was one of the features I liked about this camera but I had no idea that it would cost more than the camera itself.

[@JSquaredDesigns]

Nice to see evolution from my DSC-HX9V......amazing cameras for the money I'm a converted Sony camera fan after buying hx9v

[@EvangelosTyros]

Great videos and reviews! You ve been very helpful to amateurs like me. I have one question regarding the hx50v, when you need the flash it pops up automatically or you have to do it manually?

[@3468diego]

Is the hx50v good for sports?

[@TheDigitalDigest]

I think you are referring to the clear image zoom which extends the optical range to a 60X equivalent using an algorithm which effectively crops the image in camera. The feature is serviceable and arguably the best form of digital zoom out there but it has its limitations. Clear image zoom fares better with larger sensors like those found in the RX100 and NEX cameras.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

They really shouldn't be compared but always will be. It really comes down to personal needs. Do you need the best image quality in your pocket or the most flexibility. If you choose the latter because you would rather have the extensive features and you aren't a pixel peeper, you will be pleased with the HX50V. As I continue to say, the HX50V takes some great shots but if IQ is what you are after the RX100 is the pocket champ.

[@LeonardGrossman1943]

I bought this camera after trying the Lumix GX7 because it was too big. The RX 100 didn't have other features I like, such as GPS. I liked the features of the Lumix but I often shoot one-handed while walking the dog or driving. This fits my hand and takes excellent photos in decent light. It fits the way I use my camera. I would love a touch screen that works the way the screen on my LG phone works, where I can change both the focus and the exposure by touching a different portion of the screen but I guess I can't have everything. And of course, I would like it if the evf were affordable. But that is another story.

[@pebble888]

Great review. I've just ordered the RX100 M2 but after seeing this perhaps I should get this too? What do you think DD?

[@Hennypenny8888]

Get the 'V' version with GPS. The newly released HX90V is all I want in a compact camera, but the HX90V is now only £189 at Currys/PC World. Wait a few more weeks, and the price will plummet even more. You should be able to buy a used HX50V for under £100

[@spearmintmonkey]

Love your videos.............Is the image quality on this camera the same as the HX300? Thanks.

[@JimzAuto]

Thanks for the review. I've been shooting an R100 for a little over a week; didn't hear about the HX50V 'till I stumbled across your videos. Do you receive these items for review or are they purchased? I've never heard you say anything too critical. I like the way you 'place' products between older and more/less expensive products. How many photos/videos have you shot before posting this update?

[@KirklandShunk]

Hey DigitalDigest, I have a question. I have this camera and I also have a Sony external mic that I bought a year or so ago for my Sony Handycam. However, since this camera only has a Micro USB port, how would I use my external mic with it? The mic has a headphone like jack at the end, not a micro USB. Thank for the help!

[@Metalhead-4life]

You said this Sony DSC-HX50V outperforms the DSC-WX300. Have you had a chance to test the newer model DSC-WX350 and if so how does it stack up with the HX50V? Lets say hypethetically the zoom and physical size of the cameras being equal which one performs better W/ stills and video? Thanks!

[@you122789]

This video is 7 years old. I just found this camera in good condition on eBay for $30 auction. that's a very good deal.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

While nothing has been confirmed, it would make sense based on the RX100's success and age that a replacement is on the way. I still prefer to avoid this comparison (not sure you were comparing) because the RX100's sensor really provides a different solution than the feature laden HX50V. If you meant you want to pick up the RX100 if the RX200 isn't a month or 3 from launch, I unfortunately don't have any info for you. I can say the RX100 is amazing which is why its price is firm to this day.

[@DragonsFan.]

6:53 that's simply wrong information! The sensitivity was there bevor, the HX9V also has that!

[@TomasJoaquinPoblete]

i really LOVE how the cammera looks.

[@agentjucey]

what mic do you use? or that just the voice?

[@MagnusWaldemar]

Great review! I own a HX9v. is the HX50V a upgrade? can i use the same charger? And what mic could i mount on the HX50v that does not make me broke the rest of the year.... ;) Thanks

[@fenilparekh4439]

Thx for the reply.Was not comparing rx100 and 50V......I can afford to wait 2-3 months to see if they release rx200. was fighting between NEX-6 and RX100 and finally decided on rx100, since it's a compact performer and I am a very rookie photographer.....I enjoy the videos!!! keep em coming.

[@LeonardGrossman1943]

Help needed! I am menu challenged. I have trouble drilling through the menus and figuring out how to set what I want. The pdf manuals provided by Sony are detailed but not really helpful in understanding options. Is there a good user guide out there, such as the ones written for some of the mirrorless cameras?

[@starmei007]

Would this be a good camera for concerts? I also like to take pics of my horses so how is it at taking pics of moving and running things

[@igetsmart]

Fantastic zoom and IS. IQ is very good. ExmorR processor helps with low light so low light performance super for such a small sensor. Best small Super Zoom out there. My gripe is there is no RAW also I wish the HX50V had the same menu system as the RX100/m2. Nice color rendition. You will find your self using it a lot as it is fast and zoom covers everything. Pano helps with the need of really wide angle shoots. Highly recommended. IQ not as good as RX100/m2 so get both.

[@FernandoSantos76213]

Hello what do you tink is better the HX50V or the RX100? Tanks

[@R4SK0_001]

That camera and the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LF1 make it a hard for me to choose which one to have.

[@AdityaNandan898]

in low light shooting,(particularly indoor shhoting)? hx50v or wx300 or any other.

[@xzst]

One of the only fast lenses on mega zoom cameras are on the panasonic dmc-fz62 and fz200... They have a 24x zoom (24-600mm equivalent) and a fixed aperature of 2,8. :) But i like this one better, since its more compact.

[@MyPAL2011]

So I'm just wondering if you know what model this camera might be, I was reading this magazine and it said there was a Sony cyber shot DSC hx with a 3D option. That shoots 3D photos and vedios, I had a friend send me a picture of the magazine because I didn't have my camera so I didn't see the model number, do you know witch one that might be?

[@ProjectPlay]

+TheDigitalDigest I want to buy a new camera for my father. He would use the camera on almost all of his hiking trips. Which is better the DSC-HX50V (in Hong Kong: there are only DSC-HX60V) or the DSC-HX90V. Which would you recommend? Thank You!

[@LifeOfMikey1]

hey what would you recommend the hx50v or the p330??

[@ThatBulgarian]

Thanks for including my question in the video. I'm really looking forward to the full review :) Hopefully it will be coming to the shops in London soon so I can get my own hands on it and compare it with my 30v and if i like it i might pick it up around Christmas time when it should be lower in price :)

[@TheDigitalDigest]

I can't really call the Panny f2.8 fast when dealing with these sensors granted it is technically the fastest in its class. Panasonic has always had that bragging right but this camera will outperform it on a number of levels. Most importantly, as you pointed out, Sony has managed to get all of this into a compact body. great camera thus far.

[@ipodbuff]

can you send me a link to your unboxing video of the sony cybershot dsc-hx50v Please?

[@TheDigitalDigest]

I may have misspoke regarding zoom speed control in video mode. It seems that the zoom speed can only be manipulated when shooting stills. Lets hope that I am wrong because that would be a significant miss on Sony's behalf considering the ability is there but the follow through is not. If that is the case, lets hope it can be addressed in a firmware update despite the infrequency of such updates. This seems too easy to fix to let slide but stranger things have happened.

[@AdityaNandan898]

Hi ,in terms of in low shooting both photo and video shooting, which one do you recommend, sony hx50v or wx300? please reply

[@stephenmcdonald968]

Just got this hoping i could do lots of shots in concerts at night, apart from work. Any comments or feedback pls

[@CBJRacing]

I've been looking for a camera for photos, that also has good 1090p / 60fps video. Do you still recommend this camera? I'm looking at getting a used one as my budget is only about $200, and this seemed like the perfect camera in my budget. One other camera I was looking at was the Canon Powershot SX 710, but from the reviews I've read it seems like the Sony has better video quality.

[@brendan.1979]

This might be a silly question but how would you compare this HX50V camera to the Canon G9X ?

[@iproxxx]

Can it capture photos while recording video?

[@satam911sa]

Do comparison between sx280 vs sony hx 50

[@parowozy]

which camera offer better macro,rx100 or hx50 ?

[@fenilparekh4439]

Any truth in the rumours about a new version of rx100 coming up??, should I wait?

[@AngeliaMeow]

Would this be good for concerts?

[@morganmiller6392]

What Microphone would fit on to this Camera? Because I just started my KZbin Channel and I want a good Microphone for it.

[@alicia4065]

Is it worth upgrading from the hx30v?

[@EdwardAkop]

I have a Sony HX20v, but I dropped it and it broke. I was thinking of buying a HX50v, or maybe I was thinking of getting the Canon S110 or the Nikon P330... btw I loved my HX20v!!! It was amazing!

[@snazzysailor]

Whats the difference between this and the non "V" version? Thanks.

[@MrThethreegamers]

v has gps

[@kvarndalen]

Can you use Sony ECM-XYST1M Stereo Microphone on Sony Cyber-shot HX50 HX50V

[@ostryjanusz]

would you still recommend the hx9v?

[@datdudeinred]

and this records 1080p at 60fps right

[@GroydPlaneSpotting17]

Hey! Any Sony HX that's good for vacation/outdoors?

[@Appyogametech435]

How does this compare with Nikon p7700.

[@rupalinia]

Thank you for such a detailed and lovely review.. Looking forward to others that follow... Saying that, I just have one question, presently I am in the market for a good travel camera and am confused between this one and the sony wx300.. Which one in your opinion is a better buy.. Thanks..

[@lenny108]

Nothing better came after this camera. I bought two of them.

[@ssssdls]

Bought it for my daughter using it for school for picts and video, from the Sony store. She loves it and we were able to get the 10% Education discount :-)

[@petchharrison]

got this camera yesterday based on this very nice review .. jeff .. from the UK

[@AborShoOod]

I just bought it one weak ago for 319.92$ and I love it

[@RadosawSwiergosz]

Anybody try connect hx50 with Sony ECM-W1M Bluetooth Wireless Microphone using hot shoe? Is it works?

[@GroydPlaneSpotting17]

NP-BX1? Battery

[@keithk6484]

Doesn't the canon equivalent blow this one away in IQ?

[@mrcarot5004]

I have and love this camera, it will zoom digital lots passed x30. Its only problem for me is in sun the back screen is rubbish. It is heavy and not really pocket size. I hang around my neck in the Sony leather look case which looks great. I use this camera instead of my Fuji hs10 because smaller and over 100x digital zoom on right setting. I love this camera but wish back screen was better. There is an eye peace to attach to it but thats pricey so I don't have one. Use a mono or tripod on zooming. Again I love this camera because of Hugh zoom...

[@jin232y2k99]

NICE BUT REVIEW COULD HAVE BEEN BETTER, MUST INCLUDE SAMPLE SHOTS TEST

[@martinbrownart]

wish they had a complete manuel booklet ........wake up Sony.

[@LeonardGrossman1943]

Well, there is a "complete" manual in pdf now on the Sony site, 287 pages. And although I have found info I need by searching it, it is not user friendly and does not provide any guidance or recommendations.

[@carlospcpro]

Just sold my hx9v to get this one

[@datdudeinred]

10:03 what this is not a full review

[@fenderman7596]

Lots of talking but little showing..more hands on with menus and settings would be more helpful..

[@Jono6671]

Great camera! I got it on sale for $320 :)

[@datdudeinred]

ur gr8 reviewer if u just recorded ur voice it will be enough

[@THEclownxxx]

You sound like an air steward, or captain. LOL

[@rebecca6235]

Would this be a good camera for concerts?

[@parowozy]

which camera offer better macro,rx100 or hx50 ?