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product_id: 38968884
title: "Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS Digital Still Camera with 16x Optical Zoom G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama and Full HD 1080/60p Video"
brand: "sony"
price: "A$780"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/38968884-cyber-shot-dsc-hx9v-16-2-mp-exmor-r-cmos
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region: Australia
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# Full HD 1080/60p Video Built-in GPS Geo-tagging 16x Optical Zoom Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS Digital Still Camera with 16x Optical Zoom G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama and Full HD 1080/60p Video

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** A$780
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Capture Life’s Details Like a Pro — Wherever You Are!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS Digital Still Camera with 16x Optical Zoom G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama and Full HD 1080/60p Video by sony
- **How much does it cost?** A$780 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/38968884-cyber-shot-dsc-hx9v-16-2-mp-exmor-r-cmos)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Low-Light Mastery:** 16.2MP Exmor R CMOS sensor delivers exceptional clarity and reduced noise in challenging lighting conditions.
- • **Zoom into Every Moment:** 16x Sony G Lens optical zoom captures distant details with crystal clarity, perfect for travel and events.
- • **Never Lose Your Location:** Built-in GPS automatically geo-tags your photos, letting you relive your adventures with precise location data.
- • **Panoramas & 3D Creativity:** Innovative 3D Sweep Panorama and 3D still modes transform your shots into immersive, share-worthy experiences.
- • **Cinema-Quality Video on the Go:** Record stunning Full HD 1080p videos at 60fps for smooth, professional-grade motion capture anytime, anywhere.

## Overview

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V is a compact powerhouse featuring a 16.2MP back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor, 16x optical zoom Sony G lens, and Full HD 1080/60p video recording. It includes advanced features like built-in GPS for geo-tagging, 3D Sweep Panorama, and superior low-light performance, making it the ultimate point-and-shoot for professionals and enthusiasts who demand portability without compromise.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Sony DSC-H70 With 16x optical zoom, incredible low light performance, full 1080x60p HD movie capabilities, and innovative features like, high speed linear auto focus, 3D image capabilities, and backlight correction to catch even the smallest details in high contrast shots, the Sony DSC-HX9V will renew your passion for photography. Sony DSC-HX9V Feature Highlights 16.1 Megapixel Back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS Image Sensor The DSC-HX9V features a 16.2 megapixel “Exmor R” CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the camera’s Sony G lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. In addition, the combined “Exmor R” CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processor delivers extremely fast up to 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 1080p movie modes.4 3.0-inch XtraFine LCD display 3.0-inch XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology (921K dots) gives you deeper blacks and more color in your display, all while being thinner than most LCDs. Compact camera with 16x optical zoom The Sony 16x optical zoom G lens brings distant subjects super close for great outdoors, sports, and travel photos. The compact size makes it easy to take along in a pocket, purse, or backpack. Full HD 1080/60p Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60p in 1080 Full HD. This provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your Blu-ray Disc players, Sony PlayStation 3 systems and compatible PCs and HDTVs. Backlight Correction HDR Don’t miss a single detail in high contrast shots. The built in backlight correction analyzes the image and automatically adjusts accordingly to give you a perfectly lit shot. Backlight Correction HDR helps correct for this by taking three pictures at different exposure settings and processing the best elements of each into a single image for more natural looking shots. 3D still image and 3D panorama Produce awe-inspiring images with 3D still image and 3D Sweep Panorama capabilities.4 Photos will take on a new dimension of creative capabilities for viewing the world in a whole new way. High resolution iSweep Panorama mode With high resolution iSweep Panorama mode just press the shutter, pan the landscape and let the camera do the rest. It automatically links together each frame to produce a high resolution panoramic image providing the ability to zoom in on small details. This model even detects faces and moving subjects to stitch intelligently different widths to help avoid subject distortion. Hi-speed Linear Focus Life moves fast, your camera’s focus needs to move just as fast. The Hi-speed linear focus achieves dramatically clearer images with an auto focus that moves just as fast as your life. Background Defocus DSLR photographs are often beautiful because they blur the background, putting the emphasis on the subject. Now our point-and-shoot cameras can deliver this signature DSLR benefit. The system takes two shots, identifies the background and applies a defocused background keeping the subject crisp and clear. Superior Auto Mode Get cleaner, more dynamic pictures and fewer missed shots. The camera automatically recognizes the correct scene mode, then quickly shoots and combines up to six shots to produce images with greater clarity, optimum dynamic range using backlight correction HDR technology and lower image noise using 6 shots layering technology. Superior Auto intelligently detects 33 scenes for still images and 44 scenes for movies, making it easy to get the best shot. Digital Zoom Capturing the right shot at the right moment has never been so easy. Digital zoom brings the action up close to get that perfect shot, every time. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization Optical SteadyShot image stabilization uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect camera shake and automatically shifts the lens to help prevent blur without sacrificing image quality. Soft Skin Mode Portrait subjects will love the results. Soft Skin mode recognizes skin tones and reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles without affecting the rest of the shot. Natural Flash Conventional point-and-shoot camera flash shots just don't capture colors the way the eye sees them. Natural Flash mode takes a reference shot without flash and then uses that reference to correct the color, for far more lifelike images. HDMI output The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a compact audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. HDMI connects digital audio/video sources such as a compatible camcorder, Blu-ray Disc player, a personal computer, a video game console, or an AV receiver to a compatible digital audio device and/or video monitor such as a digital television (DTV). Easily connect your Cyber-shot camera via HDMI cable (sold separately) to any compatible HDMI device to easily enjoy and upload content.6 Smile Shutter technology Smile Shutter technology captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply press the Smile Shutter button and the camera does the rest. You can also select adult and child priority and indicate the degree of Smile Detection sensitivity. Intelligent Scene Recognition can be used together with Smile Shutter mode. This means that beautiful smiles can be captured with settings optimized for the particular scene, even in difficult conditions such as twilight and backlighting. Face Detection technology Sony’s Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Motion Detection Motion Detection, along with Face Motion Detection adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when movement is detected, reducing blur in moving subjects and faces. Anti-blink Function It’s frustrating to capture the perfect shot, only to review it later and discover subjects blinked during the photo. When the camera is set to Soft Snap, the Anti-blink function captures two images, recording only the photo with less squinting or blinking. If a blink is detected in other shooting modes, a warning will be displayed after you take the shot. Compatible with PC and Mac Systems The Full HD video captured with the DSC-HX9V can be used with the provided Picture Motion Browser software for PC and iMovie (sold separately) for Mac systems.1 Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software ver. 5.5 Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD using an external DVD burning device (sold separately), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites (such as Facebook and Sony’s Personal Space site). Includes Sony PMB Portable software With the pre-installed Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable the DSC-HX9V makes it easy to pre-select videos and images in the camera and conveniently upload them from the camera to a compatible PC and popular Internet sharing sites without the need for any additional software to install.2 PMB requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7 environments not supported. Not supported by Mac OS. Uploading directly to the web requires PMB Portable software and USB cable (included), and PC with internet connectivity. Windows XP SP3 64-bit and Starter Edition and Windows Vista Starter Edition environments not supported. Movie recording is limited to 29 minute segments.3D viewing requires 3D HDTV, a high speed HDMI cable (supporting at least 10.2 Gbps) and 3D glasses (all sold separately).TransferJet enabled media (sold separately) and TransferJet technology required in both devices. Interoperability and compatibility among TransferJet enabled devices may vary.HD Viewing requires an HD output adapter cable (VMC-MD3 sold separately) and compatible HDTV.Whats in the Box: • Camera (1)• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/Battery case (1)• Multi-use terminal USB cable (1)• AC Adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B (1)• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)• Wrist strap (1)• CD-ROM (1)– Cyber-shot application software– “Cyber-shot User Guide”• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

Review: Excellent choice..portable point and shoot/video - I spent many hours reading reviews of both DSLR and point and shoot cameras. It really came down to one thing. The best camera is one you have with you. I have taken over 1000 (yes 1000) pictures with my phone this past year or so. Having a young daughter I never miss a chance to document our family adventures. All my friends who have DSLRs never seem to have their bag (camera lenses etc.) with them at key moments. I decided on a point and shoot. My professional photographer friend said not to cheap out and look at $300 and above cameras. I originally was considering a Canon s100, but they were out of stock everywhere. I am so glad I found the Sony. This camera is the best "all around" performer of all the point and shoots cameras I looked at (and I looked at many). As with any item you can find detractors. Many of the people who rate this camera low are comparing it to larger DSLR cameras. You must know your needs. I needed quality photographs, great video and sound, along with being easily pocketed. This camera has it all. The panoramic mode is just amazing. I never thought I would get use out of it. The video is unbelievable for such a small package. It plays full HD on my 42" TV. I just plug the HDMI cable from the camera into the TV and view the pictures and video. (The cord is optional and the desertcart version is $7.95, well worth the few bucks). The video is absolutely flawless. The low light performance is amazing. I used the flash one time to test it out. Other than that I have not needed it at all. As far as speed, it is very fast. Some people have made negative comments on this and I have to question the settings they are using. I use the intelligent auto mode as my default setting. The camera takes continuous shots with no issues. Maybe these detractors need to get a class 10 card. I have been told that a slow SD card can slow down the processing after you take a photograph because it takes longer to write the data to the card. I recommend a class 10. My final choices included the Nikon 9100 and the Canon s100. The Nikon just had too many negative reviews (both on desertcart and other sites). The s100 had RAW, but lacked the zoom and video features of the Sony. I decided to go with the Sony. This camera has all the features I could ever need. Again, the best camera is one you have with you. On that basis this is the best current choice out there.
Review: The DSC-HX9V is a great camera! - WOW! Great camera. I had previously purchased a Nikon S4100 compact digital camera. It was a good camera with one exception; the picture quality was very poor. After six months or so the lens stopped moving in and out and I returned it on my optional warranty and was given a refund. I hope that the camera was just defective from the start, but at any rate I was very disappointed with it. Before deciding on a replacement I spent a good bit of time doing the research, checking reviews, ratings, etc. of cameras and finally decided on the Sony DSC-HX9V. I have owned other Sony cameras in the past and have been very pleased with them. After the Nikon disappointment I was a little nervous about how the new DSC-HX9V would perform. Again, WOW. The HX9V is a very nice looking camera that you can put in your pocket or hang on your belt in a small case. The picture quality is excellent. In low light the quality is a little reduced but still very good. The movie quality is also excellent. The menus are very easy to understand. There are tons of options so it does take a bit of time to familiarize yourself with everything if you wish to utilize the many options available. For most photos you can simply set the camera to one of the auto programs, on the program dial, and shoot great pictures. You have the option of going full manual or using one of 3 auto programs. 4 if you count the "EASY" option. The Auto programs give you varying degrees of options in the menus that you can, if you wish, tweak the auto settings with. I am not a professional photographer, but so far it seems to have everything I could want and more. On the program dial there 10 options including Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto, Program Auto (my favorite), Manual Exposure Shooting, Memory Recall Mode, iSweep Panorama, Movie Mode, 3D Shooting, Scene Selection, and Background Defocus. Each of these programs has various options available by pressing the Menu Button. The Zoom is amazing and the pictures taken with full zoom (optical & digital is about 68 power) are actually stabilized and quite decent. I cannot begin to describe all of the features that are available; actually I will probably never need to use most of them. If you wish to know more, there are numerous reviews available online. Check out the movies on YouTube that show the HX9V zooming in on the moon. Chuckle. The bottom line is that if you want a camera that you can just set to auto and take great photos and great movies, you will love this camera. If on the other hand you want a camera that you can tweak to your hearts content, then again you will love this camera. I know that I couldn't be more pleased. I normally don't do reviews but I am so pleased with this camera that I am making an exception here. Hope it is helpful.

## Features

- Speaker is present beside the power button.
- This item has a built in GPS to geo tag photos.
- Full HD 1080/60p with dual record of stills and movies
- Sony G lens with 16x optical zoom in a compact camera body
- 16.2 MP “Exmor R” CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance
- Backlight Correction; get details in difficult lighting
- 3D stills and 3D Sweep Panorama mode: change the way you view your world

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004HYFX0C |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Single |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #103,724 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #882 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | AC Adaptor, Battery, HDMI Cable, Instruction Manual, USB Cable, Wrist Strap |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | A 16x optical zoom Sony G lens with a maximum focal length of 384 millimeters and variable aperture from F3.3 to F5.9 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Sony E |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 414 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 16 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 921,000 dots |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16.2 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Shutter Priority |
| File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Natural Flash |
| Focus Features | TTL autofocus (9-point) |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Autofocus & Manual |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242808768 |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Has Self-Timer | Yes |
| ISO Range | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 0.54 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Maximum Aperture | 5.9 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 384 Millimeters |
| Maximum Image Size | 4608 Pixels |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/1600 Seconds |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | Sony Cybershot DSC-HX9V |
| Model Number | DSCHX9V/B |
| Model Series | DSC-HX |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 16 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 16.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Recording Capacity | 32 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS |
| Series Number | 9 |
| Shooting Modes | Landscape |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
| Supported Media Type | EnhancedContent |
| Total Still Resolution | 16.2 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 027242808768 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Flash torch |
| Wireless Technology | yes |
| Write Speed | up to 10fps |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** BSI CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, RAW
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 384 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 16 x
- **Maximum Aperture:** 5.9 f
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot

## Images

![Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS Digital Still Camera with 16x Optical Zoom G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama and Full HD 1080/60p Video - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610Ayz5xCeL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with a wall battery charger or does the camera have to be plugged into the charger as well?**
A: Yes, it comes with the charger.  I have two types of the charger, the one you plug to the camera thru micro USB cable, and the one you take the battery out of camera and put it in the charger for charging. You just let me know which type you prefer.

**Q: When is this digital camera produced?**
A: Hello, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. This camera was originally released in 2011. The manufacturing date is not provided. Sony Social Support - Yohan

**Q: does a micro sd card work with an adapter**
A: Yes, this camera takes both SD and memory stick pro duo cards, so either microSD to SD or microSD to MS PRO DUO adapter would work.

**Q: What is the zoom amount on this camera besides the 16x?**
A: There is no digital zoom, just 16x optical which is AMAZING.  Y out get there full resolution on this photo when zoomed all the way in So you can still zoom in on your photo a ton. Once you see an optical zoom in action you'll  never go back to a digital "zoom".

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent choice..portable point and shoot/video
*by S***6 on December 19, 2011*

I spent many hours reading reviews of both DSLR and point and shoot cameras. It really came down to one thing. The best camera is one you have with you. I have taken over 1000 (yes 1000) pictures with my phone this past year or so. Having a young daughter I never miss a chance to document our family adventures. All my friends who have DSLRs never seem to have their bag (camera lenses etc.) with them at key moments. I decided on a point and shoot. My professional photographer friend said not to cheap out and look at $300 and above cameras. I originally was considering a Canon s100, but they were out of stock everywhere. I am so glad I found the Sony. This camera is the best "all around" performer of all the point and shoots cameras I looked at (and I looked at many). As with any item you can find detractors. Many of the people who rate this camera low are comparing it to larger DSLR cameras. You must know your needs. I needed quality photographs, great video and sound, along with being easily pocketed. This camera has it all. The panoramic mode is just amazing. I never thought I would get use out of it. The video is unbelievable for such a small package. It plays full HD on my 42" TV. I just plug the HDMI cable from the camera into the TV and view the pictures and video. (The cord is optional and the amazon version is $7.95, well worth the few bucks). The video is absolutely flawless. The low light performance is amazing. I used the flash one time to test it out. Other than that I have not needed it at all. As far as speed, it is very fast. Some people have made negative comments on this and I have to question the settings they are using. I use the intelligent auto mode as my default setting. The camera takes continuous shots with no issues. Maybe these detractors need to get a class 10 card. I have been told that a slow SD card can slow down the processing after you take a photograph because it takes longer to write the data to the card. I recommend a class 10. My final choices included the Nikon 9100 and the Canon s100. The Nikon just had too many negative reviews (both on Amazon and other sites). The s100 had RAW, but lacked the zoom and video features of the Sony. I decided to go with the Sony. This camera has all the features I could ever need. Again, the best camera is one you have with you. On that basis this is the best current choice out there.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The DSC-HX9V is a great camera!
*by B***N on March 19, 2012*

WOW! Great camera. I had previously purchased a Nikon S4100 compact digital camera. It was a good camera with one exception; the picture quality was very poor. After six months or so the lens stopped moving in and out and I returned it on my optional warranty and was given a refund. I hope that the camera was just defective from the start, but at any rate I was very disappointed with it. Before deciding on a replacement I spent a good bit of time doing the research, checking reviews, ratings, etc. of cameras and finally decided on the Sony DSC-HX9V. I have owned other Sony cameras in the past and have been very pleased with them. After the Nikon disappointment I was a little nervous about how the new DSC-HX9V would perform. Again, WOW. The HX9V is a very nice looking camera that you can put in your pocket or hang on your belt in a small case. The picture quality is excellent. In low light the quality is a little reduced but still very good. The movie quality is also excellent. The menus are very easy to understand. There are tons of options so it does take a bit of time to familiarize yourself with everything if you wish to utilize the many options available. For most photos you can simply set the camera to one of the auto programs, on the program dial, and shoot great pictures. You have the option of going full manual or using one of 3 auto programs. 4 if you count the "EASY" option. The Auto programs give you varying degrees of options in the menus that you can, if you wish, tweak the auto settings with. I am not a professional photographer, but so far it seems to have everything I could want and more. On the program dial there 10 options including Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto, Program Auto (my favorite), Manual Exposure Shooting, Memory Recall Mode, iSweep Panorama, Movie Mode, 3D Shooting, Scene Selection, and Background Defocus. Each of these programs has various options available by pressing the Menu Button. The Zoom is amazing and the pictures taken with full zoom (optical & digital is about 68 power) are actually stabilized and quite decent. I cannot begin to describe all of the features that are available; actually I will probably never need to use most of them. If you wish to know more, there are numerous reviews available online. Check out the movies on YouTube that show the HX9V zooming in on the moon. Chuckle. The bottom line is that if you want a camera that you can just set to auto and take great photos and great movies, you will love this camera. If on the other hand you want a camera that you can tweak to your hearts content, then again you will love this camera. I know that I couldn't be more pleased. I normally don't do reviews but I am so pleased with this camera that I am making an exception here. Hope it is helpful.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Camera!!
*by C***S on January 2, 2012*

I received this camera as a Christmas present. I've been looking for a nice new camera to replace my 5, or 6 year old 8mp Sony Cybershot. While it served me well and still works great, I've been wanting a new camera that is able to take high definition video. What I loved most about my old camera was how fast I could snap pictures. While it had a tendency to sometimes produce out of focus pictures when I took rapid shots, I often was able to take two, or three shots before most others got off one and at least one picture, usually more, came out nice and sharp. The HX9V is equally impressive at taking quick snap shots on full auto. I'm not a professional by any stretch of the imagination, but because I like to attend Renaissance Faires, I end up taking thousands of pictures every year. Most of the time, I need to take them quickly, with little prep time. I've found little problem with the start up to ready time of this camera, or how quickly I can take pictures in rapid succession. It's a fast camera! As I mentioned earlier, I wanted a camera that was able to take good high definition video. I originally considered purchasing a larger camera type, like the Sony HX100v (or the Nikon P500), or even a DSLR camera, like the Cannon Rebel T3i. The problem I had, was that I really didn't want something that big. When I attend Ren. Faires, I do so in full period garb. I am very conscious of what I'm wearing and try hard not to let anything non-period show. Large DSLR cameras, and even the HX100v are very hard to hide, while wearing my outfits. The HX9v is the perfect solution! It's small enough to fit in a pouch, yet powerful enough to produce excellent quality pictures and video. I've already taken hundreds of pictures and dozens of videos since getting it and I've rarely been disappointed! Under good lighting conditions, this camera can produce awesome pictures! Night shots, or low light images aren't always the best, and produce some noise, but I never expected perfection from such a small camera and most of the time, the pictures look great, even in less then perfect lighting. The video quality and stabilization abilities of this camera are also top notch! Finally, I've had a lot fun, and some success, exploring the camera's HDR, Panoramic and background defocus settings. I still have some learning to do before I master these, but they are great little extras that I will use quite often in the future. I don't have a 3D TV, so I can't really comment on how well the 3D features work. It's nice to know that they are there though, if I should ever get a 3D TV. If you are looking for a small, point and shoot camera that produces excellent pictures, overall, and even better video, I doubt you'll be disappointed with this camera! I highly recommend it!!!

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