Typical price: £310
What is it: 7-megapixel superzoom camera with 12x optical zoom
What we think: Advanced amateurs who find dSLRs too bulky will like its versatility but lament the noise at higher ISOs
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 June 2006
Tags: sony, accessories, shots, bars
We like:
12x zoom; image stabilisation; solid selection of accessories
We don't like:
Large body; lots of noise at ISO 800 and above; no hotshoe
CNET.co.uk judgement:
Advanced amateurs who find dSLRs too bulky will like the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H5's versatility but will be disappointed with the noise at higher ISOs
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