Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H3 (black)

CNET editors' review

• Reviewed on: 09/14/2007

CNET product brief

Description: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H3 is an 8.1-megapixel, prosumer camera.Compared to other prosumer digital cameras on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $280.

Pros: Has a 10x optical zoom, which is somewhat more powerful than some similarly priced digital cameras.Also, this digital camera has an 8.1-megapixel resolution, which is higher than some similarly priced digital cameras.

Cons: Has a 1.9 in thickness.

Suitability: A prosumer digital camera, suited for semi-professional photography.A recommended use, based on key features, is framed photos for the home.The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 12x16 or larger.

Value: Overall, this digital camera's features are in line with its price.

Suggestions: For more help in deciding if this is the best digital camera for you, visit the buying guide for digital cameras at CNET Reviews.

stabilizer: Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.This camera utilizes built-in Super SteadyShot stabilization to assist in taking sharper pictures.

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User opinions

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• 9/10 Spectacular October 3, 2007

  by gadgetgerl (see profile)

  "Casual Photog loves this camera" Read more >>

• 8/10 Excellent November 26, 2007

  by hugovv (see profile)

  "GREAT CAMERA !!!" Read more >>

• 8/10 Excellent October 5, 2007

  by twuhing (see profile)

  "Too bad most important image format left out again!" Read more >>

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H3 (black)

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