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Sony DSC-H2

Reviewed July 2006

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 6 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
9
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
7 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
10
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
10 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.
6 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
9
Total: 8.2 Total: 9.2

Positives

Negatives

  • Very good image quality.
  • Excellent colour rendition.
  • Very good Multi metering.
  • Stabilized 12X optical zoom.
  • High definition EVF.
  • Complete set of capture modes.
  • Powerful flash.
  • Good ergonomic design.
  • JPEG compression occasionally a bit too strong at the highest image quality.
  • No RAW or uncompressed format.
  • A bit of distortion at the wide angle end and a slight chromatic aberration.
  • Mediocre software.

Approximate Retail Price: (July 2006)

Canada $ 500
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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