Sony presents DSC-HX20V Point and Shoot camera, which comes with a high-resolution 18.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor with high sensitivity. The sensor uses Extra High Sensitivity technology, for capturing high-quality and blur-free photos even in dimly lit condition. The maximum ISO sensitivity of the sensor is 12800, which determines the ultimate exposure of the photographic image. Equipped with Sony G Lens, this camera is capable of rendering high-quality images with clarity. The lens has an optical zoom of 20x and with Clear zoom technology, the optical zoom enables users to magnify an object or location to click an image in detail without any deterioration in the quality up to 40x. The focal length of the lens ranges from 4.45 – 89 mm and the 35mm equivalent ranges from 25 – 500 mm. With varying apertures of the lens, this camera ensures high-quality pictures. Multi Pattern, Center-Weighted and Spot are the metering modes that can be utilised for further optimising the picture quality. This Point and Shoot camera from Sony is powered by BIONZ Image Processing Engine, which reduces the noise and maintains high accuracy in auto-focusing, exposure autocorrection and auto white balancing and creates natural and vibrant images in different shooting environments. This camera is equipped with advanced auto focus function, which lets capturing images accurately in only 0.13 seconds. It enables capturing swift movements and changing expressions. The DSC-HX20V from Sony comes in a black coloured body that provides a classy and stylish look to it. It is a compact camera that measures 106.6 X 61.9 X 34.6 mm. This camera features a 3 inch large XtraFine TruBlack LCD display with a screen resolution of 921,600 dots, which enables viewing of recorded videos and images with ease. There is an in-built flash that operates in Auto, Flash On, Flash Off and Slow Synchro modes and has a range of ISO Auto: Approx.0.4m to 7.1m (W) / Approx.1.7m to 3.9 m (T), ISO3200: up to Approx.10.0 m (W) / Approx.5.5 m (T). A stereo type microphone is equipped in this camera. Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo – High Speed, Memory Stick PRO HG Duo, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick Micro (Mark2), Micro SD Memory Card and Micro SDHC Memory Cards are supported by the memory slot of this camera. Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BG1 is used as the power source, which can sustain up to 320 Shots, approximately. Intelligent Sweep Panorama is a highlight of this camera that enables capturing wide-angle images even when people or subjects are moving. The pre-installed PlayMemories Home Software makes transferring of media files easier. 9 picture effects, Superior Auto mode, Face detection and Photo Creativity are other features of this camera from Sony. This camera is a worth buy for the armature photographers.
