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Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:652 gBattery life (CIPA):300 shots

Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

Score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

90%

4.5

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 78% of cameras
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.3

Photo Features

18%

4.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.7

Display & Design

8%

4.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 71% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £400

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Technical Specifications of camera Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.3

Photo Features

18%

4.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.7

Display & Design

8%

4.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

4.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

60%

4.5

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

5.7
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
20.4 MP
Main camera megapixels
20.4 MP
â–² Better than 72% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 20.4 MP, which is higher than that of 71.7% of cameras and equal to that of 1.6% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.19 µm, which are smaller than those in 95.3% of cameras and the same size as those in 2.3% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
28 Mbps
Video bitrate
28 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 28 Mbps which is lower than that of 51.9% of cameras and equal to that of 8.7% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
bridge
Weight
652 g
Weight
652 g
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 652 g which is heavier than 77.9% of cameras.
Width
129.6 mm
Width
129.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 129.6 mm which is wider than 71.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.5% of cameras.
Height
93.2 mm
Height
93.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 93.2 mm which is taller than 71.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.3% of cameras.
Thickness
103.2 mm
Thickness
103.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 103.2 mm which is thicker than 94.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 300 shots, which is shorter than that of 57.8% of cameras and equal to that of 6.7% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,240 mAh
Battery capacity
1,240 mAh
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,240 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 57.3% of cameras and equal to those in 3% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • 4.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    10 fps
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (10 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    10 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20.4 MP
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20.4 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20.4 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Supports 24p cinema mode
    24p cinema mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 44% of cameras support this mode.
  • 3 newer
    Release date
    2016
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is newer than the average camera (2016 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    December 2016
    2,016 vs 2,013
  • 7.04x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    50 x
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 50 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 50x optical zoom.
    50 x vs 7.1 x
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Sweep Panorama
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • 1 more customizable buttons
    Customizable button count
    1
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <0 – >7
    This camera has more customizable buttons than the average camera (1 vs 0). The average camera offers 0 customizable buttons.
    1 vs 0
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20.4 MP
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20.4 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20.4 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 3 newer
    Release date
    2016
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is newer than the average camera (2016 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    December 2016
    2,016 vs 2,013
  • 4.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    10 fps
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (10 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    10 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Sweep Panorama
  • 7.04x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    50 x
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 50 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 50x optical zoom.
    50 x vs 7.1 x
  • Supports 24p cinema mode
    24p cinema mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 44% of cameras support this mode.
  • More versatile card slots
    Memory card slot types
    Memory Stick Duo + SD
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This camera uses more versatile card slots than the average camera (Memory Stick Duo + SD vs SD). The average camera supports SD memory card slot types.
    Memory Stick Duo + SD vs SD
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 2158400 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    201,600 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (201600 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    201600 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 257 g heavier
    Weight
    652 g
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (652 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    652 g vs 395 g
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • 57.2 mm thicker
    Thickness
    103.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (103.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    103.2 mm vs 46 mm
  • 93% less popular
    Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 9.3% worse value for money
    Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.67 vs 6.2).
    5.67 vs 6.2
  • 2158400 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    201,600 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (201600 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    201600 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 257 g heavier
    Weight
    652 g
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (652 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    652 g vs 395 g
  • 57.2 mm thicker
    Thickness
    103.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (103.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    103.2 mm vs 46 mm
  • 19.3 mm taller body
    Height
    93.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (93.2 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    93.2 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 9.7 mm wider
    Width
    129.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is wider than the average camera (129.6 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    129.6 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 12,500 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    12,800 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (12800 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • 2 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    28 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (28 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    28 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 30 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    300 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (300 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    300 shots vs 330 shots

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Third-party reviews

What we like about Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350

  • Powerful 50x optical zoom lens (24-1200mm equivalent) provides excellent versatility for both wide-angle and extreme telephoto shots.
  • Lightweight and compact alternative to carrying heavy DSLRs and interchangeable lenses.
  • Very easy to use, making it an excellent 'point and shoot' camera for beginners or travel.
  • Produces nice, vibrant, and realistic colours in good lighting conditions.
  • Good image detail at low ISOs.
  • Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation helps keep shots sharp at high zoom levels.

What we don't like about Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX350

  • No 4K video recording; limited to Full HD 1080p.
  • Cannot shoot in RAW format, which limits advanced post-processing options.
  • The 1/2.3-inch sensor can produce 'painterly' or noisy effects when zoomed in to 100% or when shooting in low light/high ISO.
  • Tilting screen is not a touchscreen and cannot articulate forward, making it less ideal for selfies or vlogging.
  • Lacks an external microphone input.
  • Bulky, DSLR-like form factor (necessary to accommodate the large zoom) means it is not pocketable.

Verdict

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 is a DSLR-style bridge camera featuring a 20.4MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and a BIONZ X image processor for high-speed performance. Its standout characteristic is the ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 50x optical zoom lens, providing a massive focal range of 24–1200mm (35mm equivalent). Main pros include its advanced Optical SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode for blur-free handheld shooting, full manual exposure controls, and a 3.0-inch tilting LCD screen. However, notable cons include the lack of 4K video recording (limited to Full HD 1080/60p), no RAW image support, and the absence of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless transfers.

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