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Thursday, April 16, 2015

Sony announces Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 and EVF-equipped DSC-HX90V compact superzooms

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Sony has announced the Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and DSC-WX500, two travel zooms which the company claims are the world's smallest. Both cameras boast an 18.2MP BSI-CMOS sensor plus a 30x, 24-720mm equiv. lens with optical image stabilization, 3" LCD that tilts upward, a control ring around the lens, 1080/60p video using the XAVC S codec, and Wi-Fi with NFC. The HX90V goes the extra step by adding a pop-up OLED viewfinder similar to that found in the RX100 III, as well as built-in GPS.

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V will cost $430, the Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 will cost $330. Both cameras will be available in June.

Press release:
Sony Introduces Duo of World's Smallest 30x Zoom Cameras

New Models Include HX90V with Built-in EVF and Ultra-Compact WX500

SAN DIEGO, Apr. 13, 2015 – Sony today has introduced a pair of the world's smallest 30x optical zoom cameras, the new HX90V and WX500 models.1 

The new compact cameras boast a variety of impressive imaging credentials including high-resolution 18.2 MP2 Exmor R CMOS Sensors, 30x optical zoom ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lenses, powerful BIONZ X processors and Optical SteadyShot® stabilization, making them the ultimate companion for any travel photographer or casual weekend shooter. 

The new HX90V model features the same type of high-quality retractable OLED Tru-Finder found on the acclaimed RX100 III model, making it the first truly 'pocketable' compact high-zoom camera with a built-in electronic viewfinder.  It also includes a variety of adjustable dials and functions including a customizable control ring, and has GPS functionality for automatically tagging photos and videos3.

Each of the new cameras also features high-resolution, 921k dot LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees for comfortable arms-length portraits or "selfies" and is Wi-Fi / NFC compatible. 

 "These two new models serve as great examples of how Sony is driving innovation throughout all aspects of the imaging business," said Neal Manowitz, director of the still imaging business at Sony.  "With these new cameras, we've taken some of the most unique, advanced imaging technologies from our RX and α cameras and leveraged our unique 'miniaturization' ability to deliver a high-zoom shooting experience unlike anything else in the compact camera market today."

A complete outline of key features for two new cameras is included below:

Compact Hi-Zoom HX90V Camera w/ Built-in Retractable EVF

Available in June for about $430

    Premium 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x "Clear Image" digital zoom capability
    Built-in pop-up OLED Tru-Finder EVF w/ high contrast and vivid colors
    18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor ensure the finest capture details for still images and Full HD videos in all lighting conditions
    Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
    921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
    Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 mbps
    Built-in 'pop up' flash for low-light shooting support
    Compatible with Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfer of content and with select Sony PlayMemories™ Camera apps

Ultra-Compact WX500 Camera w/ 30x Optical Zoom

Available in June for about $330

    Premium 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x "Clear Image" digital zoom capability
    18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor ensure the finest capture details for still images and Full HD videos in all lighting conditions
    Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
    921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
    Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 mbps
    Built-in 'pop up' flash for low-light shooting support
    Compatible with Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfer of content and with select Sony PlayMemories™ Camera apps

New Cyber-shot® Accessories

Sony has also introduced new accessories for its Cyber-shot line including the LCJ-HWA body case and the ECM-CG60 shotgun microphone. 

The new body case, compatible with both of the new HX90V and WX500 cameras, features a high-quality quality black leather-style finish for protection while offering a sure, stable grip.  The new CG60 mic attaches to the multi-interface shoe on Sony's RX camera line to enable crystal clear audio recording during movie shooting.

The new HX90V and WX500 compact high zoom cameras and all relevant Cyber-shot® accessories will be sold at all authorized retailers throughout the Sony dealer network.

1 DSC-HX90: Among compact digital cameras with a built-in viewfinder and 30x or greater optical zoom lens, as of April 13, 2015.  DSC-WX500: Among compact digital cameras with 30x or greater optical zoom lens, as of April 13, 2015.  According to Sony survey.
2 Effective Megapixels
3 Need to connect to compatible PC to show maps and photo / video tags

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and DSC-WX500 specifications
     Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500
Price
MSRP    $430    $330
Body type
Body type    Compact
Sensor
Max resolution    4896 x 3672
Other resolutions    4896 x 3264, 4896 x 2752, 3664 x 3664, 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 2736 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 2592 x 1728, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480
Image ratio w:h    1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels    18 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, 80-12800
White balance presets    8
Custom white balance    Yes
Image stabilization    Optical
Uncompressed format    No
JPEG quality levels    Fine, standard
File format   

    JPEG (Exif v2.3)

Image parameters   

    Contrast
    Saturation
    Sharpness
    Creative Style
    Quality

Optics & Focus
Focal length (equiv.)    24–720 mm
Optical zoom    30×
Maximum aperture    F3.5 - F6.4
Autofocus   

    Contrast Detect (sensor)
    Multi-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Face Detection
    Live View

Autofocus assist lamp    Yes
Digital zoom    Yes (2X-4X)
Normal focus range    5 cm (1.97″)
Macro focus range    5 cm (1.97″)
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD    Tilting
Screen size    3″
Screen dots    921,000
Touch screen    No
Screen type    TFT-LCD
Live view    Yes
Viewfinder type    Electronic    None
Viewfinder coverage    100%   
Viewfinder magnification    0.5×   
Viewfinder resolution    638,400   
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed    30 sec
Maximum shutter speed    1/2000 sec
Exposure modes   

    Intelligent Auto
    Superior Auto
    Program Auto
    Aperture Priority
    Shutter priority
    Manual exposure

Scene modes   

    Portrait
    Advanced Sports Shooting
    Landscape
    Sunset
    Night Scene
    Handheld Twilight
    Night Portrait
    Anti Motion Blur
    Pet Mode
    Gourmet
    Beach
    Snow
    Fireworks
    Soft Skin
    High Sensitivity

Built-in flash    Yes
Flash range    5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
External flash    No
Flash modes    Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync
Drive modes   

    Single
    Continuous shooting
    Self-timer
    Cont. bracketing
    Single bracketing
    WB bracketing
    DRO bracketing

Continuous drive    10.0 fps
Self-timer    Yes
Metering modes   

    Multi
    Center-weighted
    Spot

Exposure compensation    ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
AE Bracketing    ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
WB Bracketing    Yes
Videography features
Resolutions    1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Format    AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone    Stereo
Speaker    Mono
Storage
Storage types    SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo
Connectivity
USB    USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI    Yes (micro-HDMI)
Microphone port    No
Headphone port    No
Wireless    Built-In
Wireless notes    with NFC
Remote control    Yes (via smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed    No
Battery    Battery Pack
Battery description    NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)    360
Weight (inc. batteries)    245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)    236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz)
Dimensions    102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″)
Other features
Orientation sensor    Yes
GPS    BuiltIn    None

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