Introducing the Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80

The Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80 is a powerful and versatile camera that is perfect for both amateur and professional photographers. With its high-zoom capability, this camera allows you to capture stunning photos and videos from a distance. The DSC-HX80 is estimated to be priced around $350 and was launched in April 2016.

Get sharp detail up close with the world’s smallest and lightest5 30x zoom camera. There's even a pop-up electronic viewfinder for eye-level framing and a 180° tilt screen for 18.2MP selfies. Stunning picture quality comes from the low l ight Exmor R® sensor and premium ZIESS lens with 5-axis image stabilization.  Then share photos instantly with built-in Wi-Fi2 and NFC3. 

Specification 

Advanced Features 

• Face Detection: Yes (eight faces max)

• Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot

• Sweep Panorama: Intelligent Sweep Panorama (supports 360 format)

Camera 

• Photo Creativity: Yes

• Picture Effect for Movie: Toy camera, Pop Color, Posterization, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color, High Contrast Mono.

• Picture Effect for Still: Toy camera, Pop Color, Posterization, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color, High Contrast Mono., Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Richtone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, Illustration

• Number of Recognized Scene:

  • Movie: 44

  • Still Image: Superior Auto: 44 / i Auto: 33

Drive System 

• Continuous Shooting Speed: Approx. 10 fps (for up to 10 shots)

• Drive Mode

  • Single

  • Continuous shooting

  • Self-timer

  • Self-timer (cont.)

  • Bracket: Continuous, Single, White balance, DRO bracketing

• Self-timer

  • Off / 10sec. / 5sec. / 2sec.

  • 3 consecutive shots with 10sec. 5sec. or 2sec. delay selectable

  • 3 consecutive bracketing shots with 10sec. 5sec. or 2sec. delay selectable

• Shutter Speeds

  • iAuto (4" - 1/2000)

  • Program Auto (1" - 1/2000)

  • Aperture Priority (8" - 1/2000)

  • Shutter Priority (30" - 1/2000)

  • Manual (30" - 1/2000)

Exposure System 

• Creative Style: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Black & White, Sepia

• D-Range Optimizer: Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level 1-5), Auto High Dynamic Range: Off, Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1.0-6.0EV, 1.0EV step)

• Exposure Compensation: +/- 3.0 EV, 1/3 EV step

• Exposure Settings:

  • [Still] Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure, MR(Memory Recall) 1,2,3,

  • Movie Mode (Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure),

  • Panorama, Scene Selection

• ISO (Still Image): Auto(ISO80-3200, selectable with upper / lower limit), 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200, Multi-Frame NR: Auto (ISO80-3200 same as selected range in Auto), 100/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400 /12800

• ISO Sensitivity (Movie): Auto: (ISO80-3200, selectable with upper / lower limit), 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200

• Metering Modes: Multi Pattern, Center Weighted, Spot

• Minimum Illumination: [Movie]: Auto: 6lux (Shutter Speed 1/30)

• Noise Reduction: Long exposure NR, high ISO NR: Normal / Low, Multi Frame NR: Auto, ISO100-12800

• Scene Mode(s): 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

• White Balance Mode: Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluor.: Cool White / Fluor.: Day White / Fluor.: Daylight / Flash / Custom / One Push, One Push Set / C.Temp./Filter WB micro adjustment: G7 to M7 / A7 to B7

Flash

• Flash Coverage:

  • ISO Auto: Approx. 0.3m to 5.4m (11 13/16 inches to 17 feet 8 19/32 inches) (W)

  • Approx. 2.5m to 3.0 m (8 feet 2 27/64 inches to 9 feet 10 7/64 inches) (T)

• Flash Modes: Auto / Flash On / Slow Sync. / Flash Off / Rear Sync.

Focus Control

• AF Modes: Single-shot AF, Continuous AF (Advanced sports & Movie Only)

• Focus Area: Wide / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Expanded Flexible Spot

Imaging Sensor

• Color Filter System: RGB primary color mosaic filters

• Effective Picture Resolution: Approx. 18.2MP

• Imaging Sensor: 1/2.3" (7.82mm) Exmor R CMOS sensor

• Pixel Gross: Approx. 21.1MP

• Processor: BIONZ X

Interface

• Eye-Fi: Yes

• HD Output: Multi / Micro USB Terminal (Supports Micro USB compatible device), Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0), Micro HDMI

• NFC: NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible, One-touch remote, One-touch sharing

• Wi-Fi: Yes (IEEE802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz band))

LCD Display

• Angle Adjustment: Up by approx. 180 degrees

• Brightness Control: Manual (5 steps)

• LCD Type: 3.0'' (7.5 cm) (4:3) / 921,600 dots / Xtra Fine / TFT LCD

Optics/Lens

• Aperture:

  • iAuto (F3.5-F6.3(W)) / Program Auto(F3.5-F6.3(W)) / Manual (F3.5-F8.0(W)) / Aperture Priority (F3.5-F8.0(W)) / Shutter Priority (F3.5-F6.3(W))

• Aperture (Max.): F3.5 (W) - 6.4 (T)

• Aperture Blade: Iris diaphragm (5 blades)

• Clear Image Zoom:

  • Still Image: 18M Approx.60x / 10M Approx.80x / 5.0M Approx.113x / VGA Approx.459x / 13M (16:9) Approx.60x / 2.1M (16:9) Approx.153x

  • Movie: Approx. 60x

• Digital Zoom:

  • Still Image: 18M Approx.120x / 10M Approx.161x / 5.0M Approx.226x / VGA Approx.459x / 13M(16:9) Approx.120x / 2.1M(16:9) Approx.306x

  • Movie: Approx. 120x

• Focal Length (35mm equivalent):

  • Focal Length: f=4.1-123mm

  • [Still Image 3:2] f=25-750mm, [Still Image 4:3] f=24-720mm, [Still Image 16:9] f=26.5-795mm, [Still Image 1:1] f=27.5-825mm

  • [Movie 16:9] f=26.5-795mm (Steady Shot Standard), f=28-1180mmmm (Steady Shot Active), f=31-1210mm (Steady Shot Intelligent Active), [Movie 4:3] f=32.5-975mm (Steady Shot Standard), f=34.5-1450mm (Steady Shot Active), 38-1480mm (Steady Shot Intelligent Active)

• Lens Groups-Elements: 11 elements in 10 groups (including 5 aspheric elements)

• Lens Type: ZEISS Vario- Sonnar T* Lens

• Minimum Focus Distance:

  • i Auto: AF (W: Approx. 5cm (0.16 ft.) to Infinity, T: Approx. 250cm (8.20 ft.) to Infinity) / Program Auto: AF (W: Approx. 5cm (0.16 ft.) to Infinity, T: Approx. 250cm (8.20 ft.) to Infinity)

• Optical Zoom: 30x (Optical Zoom during movie recording)

• Steady Shot Mode: Active: Yes (Intelligent Active Mode, Optical type with electronic compensation, Anti Rolling type)

Other Product Relationships

• Supplied Accessories

  • Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-BX1)

  • AC Adaptor (AC-UUD12)

  • Micro USB cable

  • Wrist Strap

  • Instruction Manual

Others

• 4K image output: Yes (still image only)

• Digital Level Gauge: Yes (Pitch)

• Operating Speed:

  • Start-up Time (Approx. 1.8 sec.)

  • Shooting Time Lag (Approx. 0.14 sec.)

  • Shooting Interval (Approx. 0.67 sec.) (Shooting interval of maximum recorded pixels)

• Other Playback Function:

  • BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI)

  • 9/25-frame index view

  • Auto Orientation

  • Slide Show

  • Forward/Rewind (Movie)

  • Delete, Protect

  • Motion Shot Video

  • Beauty Effect

• Other Shooting Functions:

  • Face Detection, Face Registration, Smile Shutter

  • Grid Line

  • Quick Navi

  • Digital Level Gauge (roll)

  • WB Bracketing, DRO Bracketing

  • Zebra

  • Marker Display

  • Micref Level

  • Self-portrait timer

• Play Memories Camera Apps: Yes

• TRILUMINOS Color: Yes (Models capable of extended-gamut recording and HDMI transmission function for both still images and movies)

Playback

• Maximum Playback Size: Under 18M (4,896 × 3,672)

Power

• Battery System: NP-BX1

• Power Consumption (Camera mode): Approx. 1.4W with LCD monitor and approx. 1.5W with viewfinder (CIPA standard)

• Power Source: DC3.6V (supplied battery) / DC5.0V (supplied AC Adaptor)

• USB Charge/USB Power Supply: Yes (with supplied AC Adaptor and supplied Battery)

• Battery Life (CIPA):

  • When shooting actual movie (CIPA):

    • Monitor: Approx. 70min., ViewFinder: Approx. 75min. (In [MP4 28M] mode, max. continuous shooting time is approx. 20 min. and max. file size is 4GB.)

    • (Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (limited by product specifications, default setting. Indication recording time, which is defined by repeating the cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom (except RX1), stand-by, power off.)

  • When shooting continuous movies (CIPA):

    • Monitor: Approx. 105min., ViewFinder: Approx. 115min. (In [MP4 28M] mode, max. continuous shooting time is approx. 20 min. and max. file size is 4GB

    • (Based on non-stop recording until the limit (29 minutes or 4GB) has been reached, and then continued recording again. Shooting functions such as zoom will not be available. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (limited by product specifications, default setting))

  • When shooting still images (CIPA):

    • Monitor: Approx. 390 / Approx. 195min.

    • ViewFinder: Approx. 360 / Approx. 180min.

    • (The LCD screen is turned on, shooting once every 30 seconds, the zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends the flash strobes once every two times, the power turns on and off once every ten times.)

Print

• Exif Print: Yes

• PRINT Image Matching (PIM3): Yes

Recording

• Audio Format:

  • XAVC S: LPCM 2ch

  • AVCHD: Dolby Digital (AC-3) 2ch (Dolby Digital Stereo Creator)

  • MP4: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

• Color Space: sRGB

• Media Type:

  • Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro*, Memory Stick Micro (Mark2), SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card (UHS-I), SDXC Memory Card (UHS-I), microSD Memory Card, microSDHC Memory Card*, microSDXC Memory Card*

  •  

    • with Adaptor (optional)

  • For movies, compatible Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro (Mark2), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card (Class 4 or faster speed is recommended) can be used.

• Microphone/Speaker: Stereo / mono

• Panorama Still Image Size:

  • Sweep Panorama: Wide (7,152×1,080/4,912×1,920) / Standard (4,912×1,080/3,424×1,920), 360 (11,520×1,080)

• Still Image File Format: JPEG (DCF Ver.2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MRF Baseline compliance)

• Still Image Size 16:9:

  • VGA, 16:9 mode: 13M (4,896×2,752) / 7.5M (3,648×2,056) / 2.1M (1,920×1,080)

• Still Image Size 1:1:

  • 1:1 mode: 13M (3,664×3,664) / 7.5M (2,736×2,736) / 3.7M (1,920×1,920)

• Still Image Size 3:2:

  • 3:2 mode: 16M (4,896×3,264) / 8.9M (3,648×2,432) / 4.5M (2,592×1,728)

• Still Image Size 4:3:

  • 4:3 mode: 18M (4,896×3,672) / 10M (3,648×2,736) / 5M (2,592×1,944)

• Video Format:

  • XAVC S / AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible / MP4

• Wind Noise Reduction: Off / On

• DCF/DPOF: DCF/DPOF/EXIF/MPF

• Movie Recording Mode:

  • AVCHD:

    • PS - 1,920 x 1,080/60p@28Mbps

    • FX - 1,920 x 1,080/60i@24Mbps

    • FH - 1,920 x 1,080/60i@17Mbps

    • FX - 1,920 x 1,080/24p@24Mbps

    • FH - 1,920 x 1,080/24p@17Mbps

  • XAVC S:

    • 60p 50M (1,920 x 1,080/60p)

    • 30p 50M (1,920 x 1,080/30p)

    • 24p 50M (1,920 x 1,080/24p)

  • MP4:

    • 28M (1,920 x 1,080/60fps)

    • 16M (1,920 x 1,080/30fps)

    • 6M (1,280 x 720/30fps)

Viewfinder

• Diopter Adjustment: -4.0 to +3.0m-1

• Magnification: Approx. 0.5x with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m-1 (diopter) (35mm equiv.)

• Type: 0.2" electronic viewfinder (OLED), 638,400 dots

Weights and Measurements

• Dimensions (Approx.):

  • W x H x D: 4 1/8" x 2 3/8" x 1 7/16" (102.0 x 58.1 x 35.5mm) (CIPA compliant)

• Weight (Approx.):

  • Approx. 8.6oz (245g) (Battery and Memory Stick DUO are included) (CIPA compliant)

• Weight (Approx) (Main unit only):

  • Approx. 7.7oz (218g)

Bullets

• 30x Optical/60x Clear Image Zoom ZEISS Vario-Sonnar Lens
• 18.2MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor for superb low light images
• Built-in retractable OLED Tru-Finder viewfinder
• Versatile video1 w/ high-quality XAVC S, AVCHD & MP4 formats
• Simple connectivity to smartphones2 via Wi-Fi w/NFC3
• 5-axis image stabilization greatly reduces camera shake blur
• Selfie-ready 3" Xtra Fine LCD multi-angle display
• P/A/S/M modes, customizable settings and Memory Recall mode
• Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps4
• Capture the decisive moment with up to 10fps

Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80 Features 

• 30x optical zoom ZEISS® lens plus 60x Clear Image Digital Zoom 
  Get super close and clear with the premium ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens from wide angle (24mm equivalent) to 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. The ZEISS T* coating reduces undesirable reflection, such as ghosting and flare, on the lens surface, while 30x optical zoom allows you to get closer to your subject. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful BIONZ X processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos. 
• Superb 18.2MP image quality 
  The DSC-HX80 features an 18.2 megapixel backside illuminated Exmor R CMOS image sensor with a BIONZ X image processor. This brings out the full resolving power of the camera’s professional ZEISS  Vario-Sonnar  Lens to deliver high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain for both stills and movie. 
• Built-in retractable OLED Tru-Finder viewfinder 
  View every scene in rich detail with the high contrast and bright, pop-up OLED Tru-Finder with approx. 638k dots resolution. The electronic viewfinder faithfully displays what will appear in your recording, including the effects of your camera settings, so you can accurately monitor the results. Use of aspherical lenses in the eyepiece optics raises performance and minimizes size, while a convenient eye sensor automatically switches between EVF and LCD screen, for easy operation. 
• High-quality movies1 w/ XAVC S, AVCHD and MP4 codes 
  Capture high quality HD movies1 in the XAVC S format. With 50Mbps Full HD (1920x1080) 60p high quality video recording, XAVC S enables beautiful video recording with minimal compression noise even in scenes with a lot of movement. Linear PCM is adopted for audio compression delivering incredible audio to match your video. The camera also records in AVCHD, ideal for HDTV and Blu-ray Disc™ burning, or your choice of highly compressed MP4 HD video ideal for web. 
• Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi2 and NFC3 
  Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to control your camera with your compatible Smartphone or Tablet2. Frame your image on your device’s LCD and control the camera’s shutter. You can even transfer the images taken directly to your mobile device for quick editing and uploading - sharing has never been easier. With NFC3 (near field communication) - connectivity has been simplified to one-touch. Simply touch the camera to the compatible NFC enabled device to connect. 
• 5-axis image stabilization greatly reduces blur
  Get remarkably sharp images with Sony’s Optical SteadyShot image stabilization for both stills and video. Additionally, intelligent Active Mode combines 5-axis* image stabilization with Sony's advanced frame-analysis technology to greatly reduce blur caused by camera shake when shooting movies – allowing you to move along with the action – and get clear images of your subject in motion – even when zoomed in. 
• Selfie-ready multi-angle 3" Xtra Fine LCD display 
  Selfies have never been easier with a beautiful 3” (921k dots) Xtra Fine LCD Display that rotates up approx. 180°. Easily frame for selfies or to shoot objects like pets at eye-level without having to get down on the ground. Simply scroll through menus and preview life thanks to the large display which delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies while enabling easy focusing operation. 
• P/A/S/M modes, customizable settings & Memory Recall mode 
  For creative flexibility, you can enter Program Auto (P), Aperture Priority (A), Shutter Speed Priority (S) or Manual Exposure (M) mode for manual shooting. MR (Memory Recall) mode is available for quick manual adjustment and a control ring - that can be assigned with various functions - such as manual focusing or step zooming, allow for superior control of your shooting experience. 
• Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps4 
  Get creative with Play Memories Camera Apps 4 by applying exciting artistic effects or retouching images with professional results, and then easily upload your photos to Facebook or Instagram. Enjoy added functionality with apps that include Time Lapse, Smart Remote Control, and Direct Upload. 
• Capture the decisive moment with up to 10fps 
  Never miss that decisive moment; like a bat hitting a baseball or a fleeting smile. Capture full 18.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, with an ultra-fast shutter lag of Approx. 0.008 sec. 
• Keep your subject in focus with Lock-On AF 
  Lock-On AF (Auto Focus) gives you the ability to select a focus point with subject recognition, then allows the camera to track and keep your subject in sharp focus even when in motion. 

Description

The Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80 features a 30x optical zoom lens that allows you to get close to the action. It also has a 18.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor that delivers high-quality images even in low light. The camera also has a 3-inch tiltable LCD screen, built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity, and full HD video recording capabilities. Additionally, the DSC-HX80 features a BIONZ X image processor for fast and accurate autofocus.

Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80 Setup Guide

To operate the Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80, first insert the rechargeable battery and memory card. Then, turn on the camera by sliding the power switch. Use the zoom lever to adjust the focal length and the shutter button to take a photo or start recording a video. To view your photos and videos, use the playback button and navigate through the menu options using the directional buttons.

Troubleshooting

If your camera is not turning on, make sure the battery is properly inserted and charged. If the camera is stuck in shooting mode, try removing the memory card and restarting the camera. Always use a high-quality memory card and format it in the camera for optimal performance. Be careful not to drop the camera or expose it to water, as this can cause damage to the internal components.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High-zoom capability
• Exmor R CMOS sensor for high-quality images
• Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity
• Full HD video recording

Cons

• No viewfinder
• Limited manual controls
• No 4K video recording

Customer Reviews about Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80

Customers love the high-zoom capability of the Sony High-zoom Shoot Camera DSC-HX80 and its compact size. However, some have complained about the lack of a viewfinder and limited manual controls. Overall, the DSC-HX80 is a great camera for those who want a versatile and easy-to-use camera for capturing photos and videos.