Customer Reviews

Sony LCS-HE Soft Carrying Case for DSC-HX1

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

After a week of using a case that was too large for the Sony HX1, I finally broke down and purchased this case. I'm happy to say this is very close to being the perfect carry around case for me. I wanted something that could protect the camera while the strap is either around my neck or shoulder, but also let me access the camera quickly so I can take some shots right away. This case does that. Here are my pros and cons after carrying it around a few days:

Pros
- Nice hard shell with a leather-like soft skin (real leather? Not sure)
- Clam shell design with magnets that keep lid closed make it easy to access the camera
- I like using the neck strap to carry the camera around instead of a separate bag strap
- Fits the HX1 perfectly (it should since its specifically made for it)
- Very elegant looking
- Battery pouch is a nice touch
- A loop secures the case to your neck strap so it won't fall when you whip out the camera for action shots

Cons
- I wish there was another pocket to carry extra memory cards
- The belt loop is okay, but neither of the ends can be detached. Belt loops are so much handier when you can just snap it around your belt and then snap it off without having to take off your belt
- There is no space for anything other than your camera so you'll need something else to store your battery charger and cables

The instructions that come with the case recommend you use this case with the neck strap over one shoulder. The neck strap that comes with the HX1 is a bit short to make that perfectly comfortable for me, but luckily I had already bought a larger OP/Tech neck strap that lets the case hang at the perfect level for me to grab quickly. You can certainly still use the case with the camera around your neck if that is your preference.

I'm very happy with this case. It makes me want to take the HX1 to even more places.

The case is made for this camera but the two problems I see are that it is very bulky and difficult to get the camera in and out quickly, and the second is the small strap that you snap around the shoulder strap to hold the case to the camera (which is only good if you are going to carry the camera around and not use it as much, storage to traveling). This little strap almost caused me to drop the camera a few times because I was quickly taking the camera out to take a pictures and I forgot the strap was attached and it was dangling off the shoulder strap and it is quite heavy and awkward. Overall it's a great case to protect the camera with, I just which the design was better.

This is a good quality case if you're simply using it to store your camera while not in use. I returned it because it cannot fit the camera and the neck strap without interfering with the lid closing right - the little magnet they have embedded in the case isn't strong enough if anything inside is putting resistance on it closing.

I took this case with me for my HX1 to Hawaii this summer and it worked great. Yes it does not carry anything extra other than the camera, but if you're the type to keep the strap around your neck then you shouldn't have any issues with this case. If you hook the strap up to the loop you can take your camera out of the case for quick use easily w/o dropping the case. The belt loop case for an extra battery is great if you plan on going through the camera supplied battery in a day or dont' have anywhere to recharge but its not really necessary for the casual amateur who can recharge overnight. I gave it four stars instead of 5 though b/c on occaision the case can get in the way if you are rushing a shot or you are using the camera supplied strap over your shoulder instead of neck. Its not the most convienent case sometimes but it gets the job done.

The case is fine and does what it's supposed to do; protect the camera. The directions suggest looping the camera's neck strap through it. Therefore, it's a bit awkward to have the case hanging on your neck strap, but also see the logic...you do not run the risk of dropping it. Having the attached spare battery attachment is great. There is NO room for anything else in the case. The camera fit is "snug" and is somewhat difficult getting the camera out of it quickly. It's a good investment to protect your Sony DSC-HX1.

This is the best case for the Sony DSC-H50 camera. It is a perfect fit. The lid snaps open/shut with ease.

Good one.. perfect fit for Sony HX1. But it is just a carry case for the camera. There is no safety for camera in case it is dropped. Still very convenient.
Mohammed, S

This camera case is well-made and practically weightless. However, it is the ONLY case that Sony made for this HX-1 camera model that I found, so this purchase is an 'option with no option', so to speak. The only thing that drives me crazy is that the camera needs to be hooked ONTO the case, or else, everytime you open the case to take a photo, the case drops to the ground. So there is a way to hook (attach) your camera to the case by manipulating the little straps (easy to figure out). After having attached it, however, your picture-taking becomes a little unwieldy, for you find yourself more absorbed with trying to keep the now dangling case out of the way of the photo viewing field, than concentrating on the taking of the photo itself. Let's face it; this camera model is sort of bulky shaped and this case DOES accomodate it well and protect it well. I took this camera and case to Africa and you can hardly find a dustier and hotter environment than while conducting animal research in the bush. This case held up well and did its intended job. To sum...I love the camera, and need the case - so end of story. If you have the HX-1, buy this case.

Nice looking case with a pleasant feel to the leatherette or whatever it is, but the lack of a case strap bugs me. Sure, it has a teensy loop that you can attach to your camera strap, but then you have the case flapping around on your camera strap and getting seriously in the way. I want to be able to perform a fluid action: flip the camera case open, lift the camera and take a shot. The design of this case makes that process cumbersome in the extreme. And if you don't use the loop, then the case falls straight to the floor when you open it and remove the camera.

I like this case for my camera - it's sole purpose is to protect the camera when I'm carrying it or when it's in my purse. Do not get this case if you are looking to carry additional accessories (battery chargers, memory cards, etc). If you are looking for something small and compact to protect the camera, then this case is for you.