Specs

• 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x “Clear Image” digital zoom capability
• Built-in pop-up OLED Tru-Finder EVF w/ high contrast and vivid colors
• 18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor
• Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
• 921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
• 60fps Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 Mbps
• Built-in 'pop up' flash for low-light shooting support
• Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfers
• 102 x 58 x 36 mm
• 245g
• Available in April for about $350

PR

Sony Electronics, a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer, has today introduced the newest addition to their compact zoom camera lineup, the DSC-HX80 model.

The new camera features a variety of advanced imaging capabilities including 30x optical zoom, a high-resolution 18.2 MP2 Exmor R CMOS Sensor and a retractable OLED Tru-Finder in a class-leading compact body. Along with the DSC-HX90V model, the HX80 camera becomes the only compact high-zoom camera with a retractable electronic viewfinder, making it an extremely appealing and flexible solution for travel and family photography and video shooting.

The HX80 also features a high-resolution, 921k dot LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees for comfortable arms-length portraits or “selfies” and is Wi-Fi / NFC compatible.