Sony MHS-CM5 bloggie HD Video Camera (Violet)
by Sony
List Price:
Our Price: $119.00
You Save: $80.00 (40%)
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Category: Digital Camera
See more product details
Customers in the UK,
Buy this product at amazon.co.uk
for British Pounds
Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: SonyModel: MHS-CM5/V
Color: Violet
Product features:
- 1920x1080 HD recording w/5MP still images
- 2.5" LCD3 (230k pixels) with full-screen playback
- HDMI output
- Built-in PMB Portable software for easy upload to web
- Comfortable Gun Style
- Pinnacle Studio HD V14 [OLD VERSION]
- Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 9 [OLD VERSION]
- Pinnacle Studio Ultimate Collection V14 [OLD VERSION]
- Nero 9 [OLD VERSION]
- Roxio Creator 2010 [OLD VERSION]
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Sony MHS-CM5 bloggie HD Video Camera (Violet)
Customer Review: Not that great...
Summary: 2 Stars
Let me start by saying that this camera doesn't cost $200. It costs more like $250 when you have to buy an 8gb Sony Pro Duo Memory Card and unless you already have a mini-HDMI to HDMI cord, you'll have to shell out extra for that as well (if you want to connect it to your HDTV). As far as being Mac compatible ...not really. The box says Mac on it yet the CD that comes with the camera has NO MAC SOFTWARE ON IT!!! WTF Sony??? I had to use Quicktime to get my files off the camera in MPEG-4 and then drop those into iMovie to be edited. Very lame. But, I was using iMovie '08 and so that may be the reason. Perhaps iMovie '09 works properly, I don't know.
Regarding the camera...
I found it okay to hold until I wanted to use my thumb to press a button. There is just no way to hold this camera with one hand and operate the zoom or the record button without a lot of shaking going on. This is just a poor design, especially for the zoom. If you want a stable shot while zooming, you'll need to put two hands on the camera. The same can be said when you want to snap a picture. The menu is very basic and limited. There are very few options you can control. Apparently, the camera automates just about everything, which is disappointing. Picture quality is the only saving grace of this camera. It is exceptionally good for the price. However, if you want to video your kids' sporting events, it better be a bright day or a bright gym. The low-light performance of this camera is terrible. And, the only way to shoot at 60 fps (frames per second) is by dropping down to 720P - which is still good quality, but it's not full HD. Also, the low-light performance gets even worse at 60 fps (as with all camcorders) so for dimly lit gyms, this camera just flat out doesn't work.
Charging this camera sucks. It charges via USB only and DOES NOT INCLUDE A USB TO WALL OUTLET ADAPTER!!! Therefore, you have to connect it to your computer and leave it on. In this day and age of eco-friendliness, that's really lame. Also, the USB connection on the camera is a male plug, not female. Therefore, you need a special cord for that as well (they give you one that is about 6" long- which is awkward). For such a small camera, this is dumb design. I think they are trying to appeal to being "cord free" like the Flip but there are better ways to accomplish this.
One last thing... every time I charge or connect the USB, the next time I go to use the camera it says "error formatting memory card". I take the battery out and put it back in, problem solved. Not sure what that means but obviously there is some kind of glitch. I'm curious if others are having the same issue.
All in all, I was disappointed with this camera and do not recommend buying one. Sony's crappy return policy means I'm stuck trying to sell mine on craigslist.
Description of Sony MHS-CM5 bloggie HD Video Camera (Violet)
The MHS-CM5 bloggie is all about simplicity and ease of use. Forget about having to change shooting modes as the full auto shooting will help users to get optimum image quality in various situations, both outdoor and indoor. Besides, the positioning of the buttons is also very well thought out. Simply push the video button to shoot a movie, and the photo button to snap a picture. For viewing, turn the camera sideways and press play to enjoy what you have just shot on the 2.4" LCD. At the viewing position, the conveniently placed directional joystick makes browsing easy. Despite its small size, the bloggie is capable of producing high quality 1920 x 1080 HD movies and 5 Mega pixel still photos that are ready to be viewed on virtually any PC or Mac, or to be uploaded to various websites for sharing.Camcorders
Digital Cameras & Photo Categories
Bestsellers in Camcorders
Panansonic PV-L671 VHS-C Camcorder with 3.0" LCDPanasonic; Digital Camera
Sharp VLWD255U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with 2.5'' Viewscreen, Smart Media Slot and Built-in Digital Still ModeSharp; Windows NT; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Panasonic PV-L751 VHS-C Camcorder with 4" LCD and PhotoShot Built-in Digital Still CameraPanasonic; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
JVC GRDVL805U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still ModeJVC; Windows NT; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
RCA CC6373 VHS-C AutoShot CamcorderRCA; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
JVC GR-DVM50U Digital CybercamJVC; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
RCA PRO854 Hi8 CamcorderRCA; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Sony DCRTRV310 Handycam Digital CamcorderSony; Windows NT; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Hitachi Hi8 Video CamcorderHitachi; Digital Camera
Hitachi 8mm Camcorder with 2 1/ 2" LCDHitachi; Digital Camera
Similar Digital Cameras & Photo Products
Premium NP-BK1 NPBK1 Battery Charger with Car Charger Adapter for Sony Digital Camera and CamcorderSONY; Digital Camera
Best price: $0.01
Sony Carrying Case for the Webbie MHS-CM1 & Bloggie MHS-CM5 (Violet)Sony; Digital Camera
Best price: $2.99
Price in other shops:
Sony Bloggie CM5 Bundle Pack: USB Extension, Car Charger, and Wall / Travel Charger with Free Carabiner Key ChainGizmo Dorks; CE
Best price: $5.22
Price in other shops:
CHARGER,BATTERY (BC-CSK)Sony; Digital Camera
Best price: $14.74
Hard Shell EVA Carrying Case for Select SONY BLOGGIE Sport HD and Webbie Models - Room for Accessories **Includes Mini TripodAccessory Genie; Accessory Genie; Accessory Genie; Electronics; PC Accessory
Best price: $9.99
Price in other shops:
Sony 4 GB Memory Stick ProDuo MSMT4G/ TQ1 (Black)Sony; Release date: 2012-01-31; Windows; CE
Best price: $6.49
Price in other shops:
Sony 8 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Flash Memory Card MSMT8GSony; CE
Best price: $20.99
Price in other shops:
Sony LCS-CST General Purpose Soft Carrying Case for Slim Cybershot Digital CamerasSony; Release date: 2012-01-31; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Sony Bloggie CM5 High Definition MP4 Video Recorder Ultimate Bundle Pack: Black Sleeve Carrying Case, USB Extension Cable 6 Feet, USB Car Charger, and USB Wall / Travel Charger with Free Carabiner KeychainGizmo Dorks; Gizmo Dorks; Gizmo Dorks; Electronics; PC Accessory
Best price: $9.01
Price in other shops:
Sony NP-BK1 Type K Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack for Sony Webbie Camcorder, S780 & S750 Digital Cameras (Retail Packaging)Sony; Release date: 2008-03-17; Digital Camera
Best price: $22.88
Price in other shops: