Pros
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720p video mode, 10x zoom
Cons
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Screen views poorly pre-shot, poor battery life, lens ought to be a wider angle, high ISO quality
Verdict
The Sony Cyber-shot H20 is a solid performer of a superzoom compact. Whilst it perhaps lacks the wide angle lens of its competitors, it does pepper other features generously. Face Detection options, Optical SteadyShot, HD 720p movie recording, and a full manual mode all feature for a more than reasonable price to make the Sony H20 an attractive prospect. Plus, what with the Sony emblem shining on the front, and the elegant silver-coloured finish on black, it looks the part too.
It’s not without its errors though. There is notable image noise at high ISO settings, meaning ISO 3200 ought to be firmly kept off your shooting list. Battery power depletes at a rate of knots too, which can be frustrating. But, if the 38-380mm limit doesn’t put you off, the rest of the features stand up on their own, making the Sony Cyber-shot H20 a commendable superzoom.
