Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 First Impressions Review

Connectivity
Software — The H1 comes with the Cyber-shot Life tutorial, as well as software for Windows or Macintosh. For Windows, users receive the Sony Picture Package CD-ROM. For a Mac, users get the Pixela ImageMixer VCD2 software.

Jacks, Ports, Plugs — NiMH rechargeable batteries are included with the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-H1; the batteries load into the bottom of the camera. On the side of the camera is a door to the A/V-out and USB jacks. The A/V-out jack is NTSC or PAL selectable; the other jack accepts USB 2.0 cables.

Direct Print Options — The Sony H1 is PictBridge compatible. The in-camera print menu lets users choose the quantity of prints, as well select an index or dated print.

Memory
Sony’s new crop of digital cameras include internal memory; the H1 comes with 32 MB of built-in storage. There is also a slot for Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro cards up to 2 GB. The inclusion of internal memory adds to the inclination to group the H1 in with the popular SLR-shaped EasyShare models, but if it works for Kodak…

Other Features
Live Histograms — The H1 can display real-time histograms, which aid users in capturing optimal light.

Self-Timer — There is an included 10-second self-timer on the Sony H1.