Customer Reviews

Sony LCS-HA Soft Carrying Case for DSCH1, H2 and H5 Digital Cameras

5 star:		(27)
4 star:		(13)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I always buy reading at reviews first and this time the reviews didn't help me good enough. The reason is that while the camera fits really well, the case looks huge. I know the DSCH1 is big, but the case makes it look even bigger. I returned it the same day I got it and went to Circuit City and bought a case logic case which costs way less and it is much smaller than the Sony case.

Now, to be fair to the readers I have to say if you don't care about size and are looking a case that fits well your camera and at the same time protects it. Then, this is the one. But if you are looking for something that protects your camera and fits well, but at the same time doesn't add more bulk then you are not going to like this HUGE case.

I received my new DSC-H1 camera several weeks ago and just received this case. It works great with the option for either using on belt or over shoulder. There is an external zippered pocket for extra batteries and/or memory and plenty of room in the case for the camera. Nicely padded - quality indicative of a good Sony product.

I have an older Tamrac case that seems better thought out than this case. First off the construction is high quality on this Sony. The padding seems well done too. My complaints are all the durable parts are plastic. The front clasp is plastic and not as thick as my Tamrac case. The shoulder strap uses all plastic clasps and adjusters, Tamrac uses all metal. The D rings on the case are all plastic too again the Tamrac was metal. I swapped the strap with the Tamrac metal one so that solves some of the problemm, but I lose the padded shoulder strap with the huge (steal me I'm expensive) Sony label on it. Oh well. I can't change out the D rings unless I want to sew the straps back on. Come on Sony!

My Tamrac case was $20 this Sony was twice the price! It still is a custom fit for my camera so I cant complain too much. Finally the way they arranged the pockets is not as good as the Tamrac either. One pocket is zippered on the side which could be easily stolen out of since the zipper is the only protection. The inner pocket under the flap is not zippered, so its safer but I would have liked to have seen a zipper on that compartment too, like the Tamrac for extra security. I also would have liked to have seen more compartments inside the pockets to separate batteries and memory cards, like the Tamrac. So my point is if Tamrac made a custom bag for this camera it would be better quality and cost less. Since they dont I am using this one modified. So in conclusion its a good case that with a few durability and usability upgrades would make it perfect. If you have a Sony H1 this is the smallest case you could find for your camera so I can tolerate the imperfections. Good case + el cheapo plastic = 4 stars

I read all the reviews before I bought this case, and I had a hard time deciding if it would be a good buy because most people were using it with their H-1. I ended up taking the plunge because it looked like the better of my options, and I'm glad I did - I am very happy with my purchase.

My H-2 fits in there quite comfortably, along with my USB cable and my travel tripod. My cleaning cloth fits nicely in the front pouch, and my batteries and extra memory cards all fit in the zippered side pocket (which I love - I've always been nervous about losing my memory cards out of big single-compartment camera cases).

This isn't exactly a slip-it-in-your-pocket size case, but the camera itself isn't that small either. I don't find the size of the case to be nearly as negative as some of the reviewers, especially those with H-1s - I'll take the little extra bulk because it holds the H-2 and a lot of accessories safely in one place. The quality of construction seems quite high, and it looks like it will be very rugged. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of 5 is because the front closure clasp is pretty low-grade plastic, and I anticipate hacing to replace that long before the camera case is ready to retire.

I was a little concerned that this case would look too big but now that I'm using it, I think it looks just fine. It compliments my DSC-H5 and has enough storage for batteries, lenses, etc.

First off, I agree with what the other reviewer says about this case making the DSC-H1 camera look big. This is true, but it does offer a nice layer of protection for the camera. Before I got this case, I never wanted to take the camera anywhere. Now I have peace of mind knowing that the camera is protected.

The cam fits into the case lens side pointing down, with a small adjustable (with velcro) padded edge piece meeting with the hand grip portion. And due to the shape of the case, it actually fits better if you have the adapter ring screwed onto the camera.

Overall, I am happy with the purchase and feel that the price is fair. (I paid $35, it has now been lowered)

The carrying case for my H2 camera from sony is good enough. The price offered (at amazon) was relatively less than what was offered on sonystyle.com. The case itself is fine. The only problem is, that it doesnt have room to keep the battery charger. You have to remember to take it along with you, if you are going on trips. If they had made it slightly bigger, they could have accomodated this as well. other than that, everything else is fine.

I have a Sony H5 and I wanted to keep the lens shield on when I stored the camera. This case is a perfect fit. It supports the camera body while having one side of the case designed to accomodate the lens and shield. No generic case would be as tight and secure.
p.s. I took off the case strap and just use the strap on my camera which sticks out when the camera is in the bag.

Ive been using Sony cameras for some time, and have yet to be disappointed. Knowing this----I had to pick up the H-5. Amazing camera!!!

However, the next issue was how to transport it in an efficient manner without having to buy a Samsonite overnight bag just for a camera!!
This case does the job. You can attach to your belt, or sling over the shoulder. Good protection. Snug fit.

The only reasons I cant give it a 5 star rating are the following:
1--The additional storage is almost non existant. There is a small pocket on the side which holds very little. This bag is basically just for the camera.
2--Although being snug saves the camera from moving around, it makes it difficult to remove in a hurry. The design is such that you insert the camera nose first. This means you have to pull it out screen side first. This is the side with all the buttons, and 3 inch screen.
Buy protectors for the screen immediately. You will end up rubbing it, or packing the strap against it when storing the camera. Pulling it out requires paying attention, and being careful. No haste available!!!

Soooooooooooo----all in all good case for the application. I am overall pleased.

This case fits the camera very nicely and also has a nice pocket for extra battries. It would be nice if it had a way to attch the case to the camera strap once you take the camera out of the case.