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In additional Cyber-shot HX60 (V) was introduced by Sony in February 2014. It belongs to the Superzooms category. Sony is well-known and shouldn’t require further introduction, please see our manufacturer’s page for more digital cameras by Sony. |
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| Brand | Sony |
| Category | Superzoom |
| Date | 02/2014 |
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Also Cyber-shot HX60 (V) has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″). The Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s sensor has resolution of 20 megapixel. The Sony does not support recording RAW images. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computeand involves one extra processing step but will almost always result in superior image quality. |
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| Format | Compact |
| Sensor area | 6.17 x 4.55mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″) |
| Type | CMOS |
| Resolution (physical) | 21.00 megapixel |
| Resolution (effective) | 20.40 megapixel |
| Pixel size | 1.87 µm² |
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| Continuous | 10 frames/second |
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| Interchangeable | |
| Focal length (min) | 24mm |
| Focal length (max) | 720mm |
| Aperture (max) | 3.5 |
| Aperture (min) | 6.3 |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) does not come with a built-in viewfinder. The camera’s display is used to compose the photo. That can be cumbersome in broad daylight. |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s shutter speed varies from 1/6000s to 4s. |
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| Max. shutter speed | 1/6000s |
| Min. shutter speed | 4s |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s sensitivity goes from 80 ISO und 12800 ISO, a very useful and practical range. |
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| Min. sensitivity | 80 ISO |
| Max. sensitivity | 12800 ISO |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) supports all general exposure modes. The Sony allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion. |
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| Multi | |
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| Partial | |
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| Auto Focus Properties | |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s auto focus processor uses 1 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. in low light). Manual focus is also possible with the Sony, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom. |
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| Type | Contrast Detection |
| AF points | 1 |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 6m (19 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion. |
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| Built-in | |
| Range | 5.60m (19 ft.) |
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| Display Specs | |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.92 megapixel. That’s about average. Unfortunately, the Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies. The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) does not feature a touch screen. Display characteristics at a glance: |
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| Type | LCD |
| Size | 75.00mm (diagonal) (3.0 in.) |
| Resolution | 0.92 megapixel |
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| Video Specs | |
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Cyber-shot HX60 (V) video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel. ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone. Sony Cyber-shot HX60 (V) Video parameters: |
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| Max. resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixel |
| …with frame rates | 25 frames/second 50 frames/second |
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| Connectivity & Wireless Specs | |
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The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) has Wifi connectivity already built-in. Use Wifi to transfer images to a smartphone or computer and to remote control the camera. With NFC, camera and smartphone can be paired without the need for passwords. Typical for Sony, the camera supports device specific apps that can enhance the functionality of the camera and that can be downloaded from the internet.. Connect the Sony to a monitor or TV set over HDMI. The Sony supports USB 2.0. Connection parameters: |
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| HDMI (standard) | |
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| USB 2.0 | |
| USB 3.0 | |
| USB Micro | |
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| USB-C | |
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| Memory | |
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The camera will accept all common SD HC and SD XC cards. Sony MemorySticks can be used, too. Memory cards characteristics: |
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| Slots | 1 |
| Memory cards | SD SDHC SDXC Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick Micro |
| Battery | |
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The Sony Cyber-shot HX60 (V) has a NP-BX1 LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 380 shots. It`s enough for one day or more. The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway. The Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s battery battery parameters: |
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| Type | NP-BX1 LiIon |
| Removable | |
| In-camera charging | |
| Battery life | 380 photos |
| Size | |
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The Sony Cyber-shot HX60 (V)’s dimensions are 108.1 x 63.6 x 38.3mm³. (4.3″ x 2.5″ x 1.5″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is only 246 grams (7.9 oz.), lens included. Here is front and top view of the Cyber-shot HX60 (V): |
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To put the size of the camera in context, here it is next to a typical ID card (c. 86mm x 55mm, about the size of a credit card). The Cyber-shot HX60 (V) is not much bigger: |
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