Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V

07.09.2011

Battery life is another strong suit: At 410 shots per charge according to CIPA testing, the HX100V qualifies for a battery-life rating of Very Good. Bear in mind, however, that those results came with the camera's GPS functionality turned off; you can expect the battery's mileage to drop considerably if you engage the GPS.

The 30X optical-zoom Sony Cyber-shot HX100V offers a good balance of manual and automated features, as well as standout video and 3D capabilities. It doesn't match the sophistication of the Nikon P500's feature set, but its special features and GPS give it a unique position among competing long-zoom cameras.