Features

• Extend the life of your VAIO notebook with a second battery
• Power: 48.84 Wh (11.1V/4,400mAh)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 8¿ x 1¿ x 2¿
• Weight: 0.73 lbs
• Provides up to 3.5 additional hours while you're on the road

Product Description

Maximize your media card capabilities with the MSAC-USM1 multi slot Memory Stick adaptor from Sony. Featuring slots for Memory Stick media, Memory Stick Duo media, and CompactFlash type 1 media, the MSAC-USM1 is perfect for people with multiple cameras. It's even cable of writing from one media type to another, making it easy to transfer images from one camera to another.Specifications:Memory Stick Media Slot: 1Memory Stick Duo Media Slot: 1CompactFlash Type 1 Slot: 1Compatible Models:MSX-1GNMSX-256NMSX-256SMSX-512NMSX-512SMSX-M256NMSX-M256SMSX-M512NMSX-M512S ... Read more

Features

• Multiple slot media card adaptor for your personal computer
• Designed to work with Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media
• Also accepts Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo media
• Includes a slot for CompactFlash Type 1 media
• Connects easily to your computer with the included USB cable

Product Description

The MCMD-R1 is a quick and easy way to transfer data from your Memory Stick media to a Hi-MD disc. With just a push of a button, you can start storing all your data on Hi-MD discs, which can hold up to 45 hours of music each. The great thing about this Memory Card Reader is you don't need a PC to use it, and it's incredibly portable. It operates on 4 "AAA" batteries, so you can take it anywhere and back-up your files on the go. ... Read more

Features

• Connects to your Hi-MD MiniDisc unit via USB
• Transfer data from your favorite memory card media to Hi-MD
• Compatible with all varieties of Memory Stick media plus SD Memory Cards, miniSD Cards, xD-Picture Cards, SmartMedia, MultimediaCard and Compact Flash
• Powered by AAA batteries

Reviews (2)

Works great for those few who need it.
I shoot all my video on my sony dscw1.Even with two 1GB memory sticks I need to dump the footage somewhere.If I am camping or on vacation, this little gem is the perfect device.I always have my Hi MD player with me anyway.I dump my footage to a six dollar Md disc and shoot more video.The process is a bit slow but might be necessary.If you are just shooting pics then you might want to just buy a bigger memory card, but for video, this thing is a life saver.

Utterly pointless device
So you need to copy data onto Hi-MD minidiscs?But why?!You have to plug your minidisc player into this thing and copy the data off the memory card onto your minidisc player, but you're not done yet.You need to then copy the data off your minidisc player onto your PC using Sony's software.The major advantage is that a Hi-MD minidisc holds about 1 gigabyte, but that advantage is only economic: a 1-gigabyte hi-MD minidisc is about six dollars, which isn't bad right now, but since this device is over a hundred bucks, just get yourself another memory card and leave this thing alone.

Speaking of costs, this device consumes AAA batteries--it doesn't even get power via USB.Steer clear unless you're a die-hard minidisc fan looking for reasons to keep using minidisc. ... Read more

Features

• THIS PAL SYSTEM SONY DCR-TRV460E WAS MADE FOR USE OUTSIDE THE U.S. -- IT COMES WITH NO U.S. WARRANTY, AND REQUIRES A PAL SYSTEM TV OR MONITOR FOR PLAYBACK
• This advanced Digital8 Handycam(R) camcorder brings home the best digital features at the price of an analog
• With a huge 2.5 SwivelScreen(TM) LCD display, a monstrous 20X optical zoom, NightShot(R) Plus infrared recording, USB streaming and Stamina(R) Battery Power Management, this camcorder has everything you need to bring home great footage every time!
• Touchscreen operation via LCD
• Digital still image capture onto convenient Memory Stick(R) Media (sold separately)

Amazon.com Review

The Sony DCR-TRV240 Digital8 camcorder is a well-specified model with both DV in and out connections, making it ideal for those wishing to edit digital footage on a PC. Sony's new Digital8 cameras are more compact than previous models. The TRV240 sits neatly in the hand and is light enough to use without effort. Digital8 has the added advantage of being able to play your old analog Hi8 tapes. It's also a less expensive way into digital video than MiniDV camcorders, both in respect of the cameras themselves and tapes.

Digital video comes as a real surprise after analog systems, the image quality is superb and free of all the noise associated with analog systems. Digital8 offers a resolution of 500 lines, over twice that of VHS. The superb Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system means you can produce good, shake-free shots. Sound is also digital, and the built-in microphone is adequate--as long as you remember to keep quiet yourself--but an external one is an idea for more serious work.

There are a wealth of features, many controlled by a menu system on the LCD screen. This helps keep the number of buttons down, but can be tiresome to navigate. Getting started is easy, as everything comes set at automatic. Just pop in a tape and away you go.

The camera boasts a remarkable level of zoom: a healthy 25x optical backed by digital zoom that extends this to 700x. At higher levels, however, the picture degrades considerably and you are advised to keep the digital zoom within reasonable levels. Usefully, the display indicates when you've exhausted the power of the optical zoom and are about to move to digital zoom. The zoom control reacts to pressure, right down to a gentle creep.

There's little else to do for easy shooting. There's a manual backlight button and exposure control. It has 16:9 support, which simply cuts strips off the top and bottom of the image so that, when replayed on a wide-screen television, the image fills the screen. This does of course cut back the image resolution a little. It can also take stills, fitting over 500 on a tape, though the quality of these do not make it a sufficient replacement for a high-quality digital camera.

Battery life is enough for a day trip, but spare or better high-capacity batteries are a wise investment. A full charge takes an hour and a quarter and is good for about an hour's continuous use. If you can resist using the LCD, you might get an extra half an hour. High-capacity batteries that can provide up to 10 hours use are available separately.

Another interesting feature is the time-lapse function, enabling you to film flowers opening and so forth. The Super NightShot mode offers a green-hued recording in darkness thanks to an infrared lamp below the lens. The multitude of buttons can be daunting, but after a while you begin to wish the camera had more to offer direct access to some of these features.

The edit modes include the ability to select scenes, which is excellent if a little fiddly to use. It outputs and inputs analog video either in composite or S-VHS and comes supplied with a composite lead and SCART converter, but includes no S-VHS lead. Digital input and output is via iLink, also known as FireWire or DV-in/out. There's also the ability to output video directly to a PC using a USB cable, enabling you to view them on your PC screen. It can even act as an analog to digital converter, feeding the signal through the camera to another device.

The TRV240 is a sophisticated and capable camera with an impressive feature list that'll take considerable time to explore fully. Having tasted what can be done with a digital camcorder, you won't ever want to go back to analog. --Miles Berkeley

Pros:

• Sophisticated digital camcorder, yet easy to get started shooting
• Impressive feature list: time-lapse function, digital still capability
• 25x optical zoom lens

Cons:

• Will need to invest in extra batteries to shoot comfortably all day

Features

• Digital8 camcorder
• 25x optical, 700x digital, zoom with Super SteadyShot image stabilization
• 2.5 inch color LCD monitor and black and white EVF
• Records digital stills onto tape
• Features pass-through analog inputs, and mic input

Reviews (10)

An amazing little camera!
This is an extremely versatile bit of technology, with a lot of very clever features. It's backward compatible with Hi-8, and has a useful digital pass-through capability that makes it invaluable in editing other video sources.

I simply don't understand the complaints regarding battery life, tape loading, or low light performance. At this price point, and considering the competition, Sony is way ahead of the game.

Two suggestion for all users:

1) Spring [$$$] for a UV or skylight filter to spare the lens.

2) Spend [$$$] for a Firewire card to take advantage of the i-Link port. You can edit video like a pro, record it back onto Digital 8, or even push it back out to any VCR.

If you want to be a professional, get a professional camera, for about [$$$]. If you want to have fun, get this camera and spend the rest on a vacation to try it out!

USB streaming / Firewire
This camera works just fine; and despite having a few too many bells and whistles for my taste, the picture is as good as my trusty eight year old Sony camcorder that died last summer. BUT!!!... Be aware that the USB streaming capability that is touted as a selling point is absolutely useless. The USB's connection is slow enough that it's impossible to get anything other than jerky, dark, over-compressed video with tons of dropped frames and terrible sound.
The SOLUTION though, is simple if you have a reasonably new computer with plenty of muscle: ... I picked up an i.link / FireWire card with a video rendering chipset built in that gives me the decent quality video for burning VCD's that I expected. USB bad. FireWire good, camera good. 'Nuf said.

very nice!
I bought this camcorder about a year ago & have been very pleased with it. It's a good size, easy to use, & has lots of cool components, especially for the price. I wouldn't buy anything other than a Sony!

USB connection total garbage
whoefully disapointed with the quality of the video coming from the usb connection. the analogue outs are much much better. so here we have a situation where the analogue is better than the digital out.

plan on buying a video capture card in order to get decent video to your pc.

Indoor recording seems fine
The DCRTRV 240 seems fine in normal indoor lighting conditions, i.e. daylight or ceiling light. The image quality is comparable to what I get with an analog Sony CCDTRV608 (Hi8) camera. If the room is darker (early in the morning or if the blinds are pulled for example), the colors do look dull, and there seems to be a lighting threshold beyond which the image quality goes down sharply. But I don't see why most people would want to record in such low light anyway.

The reviews that say the camera records poorly indoors gave me pause before I bought the camera, but to me it looks fine indoors during the day or if the ceiling lights are on.

I give it four stars because of the short battery life--about 1 hour with the standard battery. Sony could do something about the battery. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The feature-rich Sony DSC-S75 digital camera presents a very plausible replacement for a traditional 35mm film camera. It features a 3.3-megapixel CCD, a superb Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 3x optical zoom lens, 2x digital zoom (for a 6x total zoom), and other extras such as movie mode and voice recording for annotations.

The DSC-S75 is larger than most of Sony's other Cyber-shot cameras, but it's nicely weighted and benefits from the rubber grip to the left of the lens. The DSC-S75 shares many features with the Sony MVC-CD300, including a variety of modes, such as simultaneous recording of both TIFF and JPEG images, a voice mode that records an audio file of between 5 and 40 seconds together with the still image, and the ability to record both short MPEG movies with sound and animated GIFs. However, unlike the MVC-CD300, the DSC-S75 has only a two-image burst mode and no exposure bracketing feature.

Sony has added some useful features for reviewing and editing images on the camera before they have been uploaded, including a 5x LCD zoom, a slideshow feature, and the ability to enlarge and trim images. You can also divide MPEG movies into two separate files. The DSC-S75 also records the exposure, shutter speed, and aperture setting of each image for later reference.

Playback of images is either via TV by use of supplied AV cable, through a Memory Stick reader (such as the Sony MSACUS1A), or by attaching the camera to the PC via the supplied USB cable. In this last case, the camera is mounted as a new drive on your Mac or PC's desktop, allowing easy transfer of images to the hard drive.

The camera is supplied with an AC adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, 8 MB Memory Stick, AV connecting cable, shoulder strap, a rather short USB cable, and software on CD-ROM. --Nick Baxter

Pros:

• Good replacement for 35mm SLR
• Superb Carl Zeiss lens
• Useful preview options
• Nice extras, including audio file annotation and MPEG movies with sound

Cons:

• Only 3x optical zoom
• Limited to two-image burst mode

Features

• 3-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
• Carl Zeiss autofocus lens with 3x optical/2x digital/6x total zoom
• Included 8 MB Memory Stick holds 8 images at default settings
• Movie mode captures video with audio--store as much video as Memory Stick size will allow
• Uses proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included); connects with PCs and Macs via USB port

Reviews (41)

Very good digital camera.
I did a lot of research online and read a lot of reviews before I finally decided to buy the Sony DSC-S75 camera. After using the camera for about a month, here are my impressions.
Positives:
1. Excellent pictures. When printed on a good printer with photographic paper is virtually indistinguishable from film.
2. Loads of features. Allows you to customize your shots the way you want. Menus are relatively easy to use.
3. Battery life is excellent, gives you an estimated remaining battery life on the camera.
Negatives:
1. Relatively bulky, there are smaller 3 megapixel cameras out there, but is ergonomically designed and fits well in my hand.
2. 8MB memory stick is practically useless, you need to have at least 64MB.
3. Slow taking pictures. I don't know if this is a problem with all digital cameras, but there is about a 1 to 2 second delay from the time I press the button to when the picture actually takes. Meanwhile, your subject could be moving and ruin the picture. I've tried taking pictures of my 2 year old and I have to take 10 pictures before I get one good one.
Overall, I think this is a very good camera, which takes excellent pictures and could replace my 35mm camera.

Best Buy for the Money!
I researched digital still cameras for two weeks before deciding on the DSC-S75. It has all the features, bells and whistles you could ever want along with the reputation Sony has to offer. The memory stick that comes with it is only 8MB so definitely get a larger stick. The menu is quite easy to use and I was taking pictures after 2 hours(Charging the battery and reading the entire owner's manual). I read all the reviews and have to say they're pretty accurate. One point: this camera is small so If you have large hands it might feel awkward to you. Its ergonomically designed for a right-handed person also. The default settings can easily be changed in the menu settings which one review stated the camera was set to "Fine" so you will need to change this before take pictures if you want more pics out of your memory stick. There is a single sheet included in the box which corrects three errors in the owner's manual but the manual is well-written and comprehensive. The accessories that came with this camera were GREAT! A nice lens cap with string, a sturdy neckstrap, heavily constructed USB cable and A/V cable, and durable AC adapter and plug. Sony has done a fine job with this camera and the pictures are REAL SHARP with excellent clarity and detail.

Great Camera
Not a Pro, but I can vouch for this camera. Great product from Sony. You'll not be disappointed.

I'm no pro, but this thing's great!
I'm what you might call a kindergarten photographer... I've taken a few good shots, but I don't know anything about cameras, and I've never taken any photography classes or even tried to learn much of anything, really. The only two things guiding my shots are the 3 years of art classes I took in grade school and an hour or two with the User's Manual. That said, this camera does a great job! It's so easy to use and the pictures turn out so good! Even a novice like me can take beautiful pictures...just don't forget to read the manual

Great camera!
I love this camera! The picture quality is great, it's so easy to use, and storage is a snap! I can't ask for much more.

A few of the upsides - You can use either the regular view window or the large color screen to take your pics; replace the 4MB Sony memory stick that comes with the camera with a larger one (I went with 128MB and have yet to run out of room!), and you've got huge storage possibilities; you get multiple resolutions, so your pictures are always clear; you can view the pictures you've already taken, so if you took a bad one you can retake it right then and there.

I can honestly say I've only taken a couple of bad pictures with this camera, and the cause was operator error. If you want a great digital camera for an affordable price, this is the one. ... Read more

Features

• DVD Format Video Recording
• Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens
• 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom
• Progressive Shutter System
• DVD-R/RW format plays back in most DVD players, Play Station 2 consoles and DVD-ROM drives

Reviews (5)

Comment on review by: A Customer from Maine
I was just commenting on the previous review, questioning why a reviewer would copy/paste info and submit it for three different cameras. What I found was that the reviewer was trying to explain the differences between the three cameras, so that the consumer can make an educated decision as to which camera suits them best comparing features and price. I found the reviews very helpful, and it actually helped me to decide which model I wanted to buy. I'm sure that is what makes this individual a reviewer in the top 100 at amazon.

Great camcorder
While the price is higher than other camcorders on the market, I think this product is worth it. It's easy to set up and use, the editing software for the computer is decent, and I'm able to get high quality footage and share it with family and friends.

One note of caution: the software really does require a higher speed computer and/or updated platforms like Windows XP. It ended up leading to the demise of our old computer (a Windows ME), but functions much better on our new one that has XP.

Great videocamera
This camera made it to Oprah's 2003 Favorite Things List. That prompted me to take a look at it, and I was really impressed! We ended up buying it, and we're so glad that we did. Wow, what a great video-camera! It's compact, quiet, and very easy to use. We were able to set it up & record without even opening the instruction manual. The playback quality on the LCD screen is amazing, and the sound quality is near-perfect. I'm so happy with this camera. I highly recommend it for its ease of use, light & comfortable size, and the simplicity of recording directly onto a dvd. No more copying from small tapes to larger VHS tapes for me! That was such a frustrating experience and the editing quality was horrible.

I'm really pleased that I'll be able to share video of my daughter with friends and family who have dvd players, or video viewing capability on their computers.

FOLLOW-UP: We took this camcorder to Sea World and the footage was excellent. It was nice not to have to lug around a heavy piece of equipment while trying to transport a toddler, stroller, etc. Once we got home, I put together a 5 minute edited video using the ImageMixer software from Sony (included when we purchased the camera). Wow, it was so user-friendly! I added some of my own music to it, as well as some text to some scenes. Then we burned the edited project to a simple, inexpensive CD-R instead of DVD-R, for family/friends to view on their computers. I checked, and many in-home computers have some sort of video viewing software such as Windows Media Player, or another compatible program.

Very Pleased with this product!
I purchased this product when my son turned 7 months old, just 1 month before his first x-mas.
I looked at all the competition and quickly singled it down to either the Sony DVD200 or DVD300. For an extra 100 or so dollars I could have bought the DVD300, but the 3.5 LCD screen was not important to me. The only difference in the DVD200 and the DVD300 is the LCD Screen size.

The ease of use is great! 5 Stars there!
The noise and vibration is almost un-noticable. Don't be worried by others comments about the vibration and noise. I noticed it as soon as I put the DVD Disk into the camcorder, but while video "taping" I didn't feel a thing.
The zoom is great, and I am very happy with the lens. I like the special features such as being able to change the lens, put filters on the lens, add flash and mic. hardware as well.

If I had to find something I didn't like about the camcorder it would have to be the Pixela software that comes with it. I own a Sony Digital Camera that came with similar SW, and was not pleased with that either. I wish sony would just get away from Pixela!

Overall, if you are in the price range of 600 - 1200 dollars for a camcorder, there is really no other reasonable product to compare it to. I was planning on spending approx. $600, but the benefits of doing this right out weighed the 300+ I haad to shell out.

Things I don't use that got bad reviews: 1 meg. pix. still shots. If you are buying a camcorder for still shots don't buy this or any camcorder. BUY A CAMERA!

Also, the only concern I had going into this product was how do you stop and start again with DVD technology. I was so happy to find out that when you stop recording the DVD is indexed. So if you start and stop 6 times, you will have 6 imaged indexes to look at. If you just want to keep recording after every time you stop, simply press the record button and it will take off from your last track. Nothing to worry about with respet to stopping and starting over and over again.

----This review was based on about 10 hours of use, and was not used with DVD-RW DVD's. I only used DVD-R DVD's. DVD-RW's offer in camera editing, but might not work on all DVD players. However, if you don't edit inside the camcorder, it will work fine and you can use the Disk up to 1000 (one thousand) times.

same as DCR-DVD300 except for smaller LCD
the DCR-DVD200 is at the middle of the recently released line of miniDVD camcorders from sony. other models in this line are the DCR-DVD300 and DCR-DVD100. the main difference the three camcorders in this line are LCD size and CCD resolution:
- DCR-DVD300: 3.5" LCD, 1MP CCD
- DCR-DVD200: 2.5" LCD, 1MP CCD
- DCR-DVD100: 2.5" LCD, 640K CCD

pros:
- records dolby digital stereo.
- carl zeiss lens.
- 10x optical zoom.
- video quality almost at par with miniDV camcorders (at slower recording modes).
- Super SteadyShot image stabilization system - and sony's system really helps.
- three low light shooting modes: Nightshot, Super Nightshot, and Color Slow Shutter.
- great connectivity options: firewire, USB 2.0, S-video, headphone, mic input, etc.
- USB 2.0 support for fast downloads.
- the convenience of DVD navigation - simply select the scene and you're there!
- supports analog-to-digital conversion.
- hot accessory shoe with lots of optional accessories.

cons:
- expensive - as with most sony products, you pay a premium, plus you pay for DVD convergence.
- average low light performance.
- no memory stick support; if you want to take a still picture, it is saved on the DVD.
- mic picks up DVD spinning noise in quiet environments.
- finalizing a DVD takes upwards of 10 minutes, and it can be a confusing process.
- don't expect much from the still images recorded, even at 1MP resolution.
- no pop-up flash for taking stills and no built in video light but you can get a flash/video combo light for less than a hundred bucks.
- smaller LCD (2.5") vs the DVD300 (3.5").
- no manual focus ring.
- getting video into editing software (e.g. Final Cut Pro) is harder than it should be.
- not Mac friendly.
- poor battery life with included battery so add $$ to your budget to buy a higher capacity spare.
- compared to current release camcorders, this is a pretty big one at 3.1 x 3.8 x 5.6" weighing 1 lb 6 oz.

this is a nice, solid effort by sony and i give them points for dvd convergence. however, in my opinion, the DCR-DVD200 is too big and not easy to use. it's expensive for the feature set but the alternative to this dvd camcorder (a miniDV tape camcorder and DVD recorder combo) is even more expensive. i already have a dvd recorder so for me, a smaller and easier to use miniDV camcorder makes more sense. if this is your situation as well, i would recommend a panasonic gs-70 or sony's pc-105, both miniDV camcorders. otherwise, if you want a finalized DVD straight out of your camcorder, consider the DCR-DVD200.

a final note. if you have decided you want to record directly to a DVD, which camcorder should you buy? DCR-DVD200 or DCR-DVD300 or DCR-DVD100? you save seventy bucks (street price) by going to the DVD100 but in my opinion, you give up a lot by going to a 640K CCD so i wouldn't recommend going there. if you want a bigger 3.5" LCD, it'll cost you an extra seventy bucks. i think this is a fair price for the upgrade.

i hope this helps you with your buying decision. peace. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Sony's compact, affordable CCD-TRV118 Handycam camcorder offers a great combination of Sony design, powerful features, and a low price. It features a 20x optical zoom, 560x digital zoom, a black-and-white viewfinder, and a 2.5-inch color swivel LCD (61,000 pixels).

Optics

• 1/6-inch CCD with 320,000 gross pixels
• 20X optical zoom
• 560x digital zoom
• f1.6-f2.4
• Focal distance: 2.5-50mm
• Shutter speed: 1/60 to ¼,000 (AE Mode)

More Features
Now you can capture video even in total darkness. Sony's NightShot system uses infrared light to capture images invisible to the human eye. You can shoot subjects such as a sleeping baby at up to 10 feet away in total darkness. With the optional HVL-IRC NightShot light, you can even capture images from up to 100 feet away.

Sony's Stamina power management system and InfoLithium battery give the TRV118 incredible operating time. To keep tabs on battery life, Sony's AccuPower meter displays the number of minutes remaining--right in the viewfinder

Hi8 Format
In a world increasingly dominated by digital, Hi8 offers a refreshingly good format to shoot in. Despite the press that MiniDV, Digital8, and the new MicroMV have been getting, many people still prefer the tried and true Hi8. Hi8 offers the highest quality outside of digital, and is a good choice for everyday shooting. As long as you just want to document your family's life, and send videos to grandma, you aren't really giving anything up.

Size, and Contents
The TRV118 measures 3.63 by 4.00 by 7.88 inches and weighs 1 pound 12 ounces. This package includes the TRV118 camcorder, power adaptor/in-camera charger (AC-L15), InfoLithium rechargeable battery (NP-FM30), mono AV cable, lens cap, and shoulder strap. ... Read more

Features

• Affordable Hi8 camcorder with 20x optical, 560x digital zoom
• 2.5 inch color LCD and black and white EVF
• NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting
• Built-in light, easy dubbing features
• Comes with NP-FM30 InfoLithium battery; Stamina power management system

Reviews (13)

MY FIRST CAMCORDER
This is the first Camcorder that I ever had and I'm really pleased with the purchase I made. This camcorder is easy to use, understand, and handle. In few minutes I began to play with it.
The only thing I regret is not for the purchase but if I knew better, I would bought model Sony CCDTRV318 Hi8 Camcorder because it has steady shot and other features that for a difference of $30.00 its worth spending.

feel like a director
this unit is a very good camera for the price. for my first camcorder i didn't want to go digital, for the simple fact of the price. all the functions are very easy to learn and all the buttons are placed in an area that you can use just one hand to activate them. the night vision mode is awesome, it's like an army movie and you can see in pitch black with supplied light. in conclusion buy the damn thing and you won't be dissapointed.

Great Start
This camera is a great start for any person who has never done filming before. The camcorder has many tecniques to experience with I am only 13 and I have never filmed before. This was a great choice for my first camera.

Decent camcorder
Being the first camcorder that I have, I can't really compare this with others. However, this camcorder is pretty decent. It's small and lightweight thus great for travel companion. The playback quality is pretty good. It may look blurry if you watch it on the LCD, but looks much better when you plug it to your TV. It uses Hi-8 tape, which is more expensive compare to 8mm. The nightshot feature is not that great, it's blurry (black and white of course). So if you are buying this camcorder for its nightshot capability, I'd suggest browsing for a different one. The battery only lasts about 80-90 minutes (with LCD screen and non-continuous recording), and it takes about 2.5 hours to fully charge it.
Overall, it is still a good camcorder, especially for beginners and for daily use.

Great little camera
I previously had a Sharp viewcam, but, after 4 years it went dead. I decided to stay with the Hi-8 because my old tapes were in Hi-8, and didn't want the extra expense of going digital. I am very happy with this camera. The night-shot is a great feature - it's really amazing, you can tape your baby sleeping in a pitch black room if you want. If you're looking for a Hi-8 camera, this is an excellent choice. ... Read more

Features

• 4-megapixel sensor captures 2,272 x 1,704 images for prints at sizes up to 11 x 14 inches
• Carl Zeiss autofocus lens with 3x optical/2x digital (6x total) zoom
• Included 16 MB Memory Stick stores 15 images at default settings
• Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port
• Uses proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery(included)

Reviews (72)

An excellent camera for the non-expert (and up)
I've never owned a digital camera, nor am I anything but an extremely amateur photographer, but our first grandchild was coming, so I began doing a lot of research in consumer's magazines and at technical review websites. I narrowed the choice down to three cameras: The Sony S85, the Olympus C4000, and the Nikon CoolPix 4300, all of them 4 megapixels. After playing around with all three models, I finally went with the Sony S85 -- and I have not been disappointed. It's both simple enough for a camera novice like me to be able to take good pictures almost right out of the box, yet flexible enough (with the full manual control option, etc) to allow me to learn and to work up to a more advanced level. The controls are pretty intuitive -- for anyone with computer experience, anyway -- and the viewscreen is large and bright. It's also "camera-shaped," not a radical new design, which feels more at home when I hold it, and it's large enough to allow my rather large hands to wrap around it. (The Canon Elph is a nice little camera, but for me it's like trying to type on a cell phone keypad.) After six months and some hundred of images, I can recommend this camera unreservedly.

Incredible quality results from this Cybershot
I've had this one for seven months now, this is my fifth Sony digital camera, I've loved each one, but systematically upgraded in resolution (1, 2, 3, 3 again, now this 4 megapixel). The quality of the photos continues to amaze me. I've taken shots in complete darkness, only relying on the AF illuminator to view my subjects, the flash makes the photo look like it was taken in daylight. The size of the LCD makes reviewing photos easy for older relatives, they don't have to squint like some of the other P series Cybershots.

The memory stick that comes with it, a 16 mb is not enough if you plan on taking good resolution photos. Invest in a 128 mb, you can usually find them for under $50. The battery life is solid, I always take shots with the LCD on, and I still get enough life to take 300 shots before needing a charge.

My father-in-law is using a Nikon Coolpix 885, and is going to get rid of it to buy a DSC-S85. The Nikon has horrible indoor quality, the flash is weak, and it has a pinkish red hue to most shots. Though now discontinued, we found him a DSC-S85 from Circuit City where they searched the company-wide inventory to find a store who had it in stock. Circuit City has been the best retailer for my needs, their staff is always friendly and they don't jam that extended warranty down your throat like Best Buy does.

I was tempted to look into the new DSC-V1, but I don't really think 5 megapixel is necessary for anyone who prints 8 x 10's as the largest size. Also, at $699, that's a bit pricey compared to the $449 for the DSC-S85 (if you're lucky enough to find any more).

I've always been a Sony fan, and this camera will make any photographer get hooked on Sony products. Go buy this camera!

Great Camera from Sony
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Here's my review. The image quality is excellent. There is very good color balance. I also like the excellent battery life (This is true for Sony products). It's easy to transfer images to the PC using USB. It has a very good lense (Carl Zeiss). The menu is user friendly.

The slight drawback is speed of operation. This may be true for most digital cameras. It's difficult to take good action shots as there is a time lag between shots (when compared to an analog SLR).

Bottom line is...Very good value for your money in the 4 MP range.

Love it
I love this camera. I had it for over a year. And I am never with out it. Even my 6 year old can use it. It's the best camera I have had and durable beyond my comphernsion...

Excellent camera
I just purchased this camera for my parents--they're currently using a 2.0 MPixel camera and it's just time for them to "move up." I've owned six digital cameras (dating back to 1999) and I can say that this camera is as good as any I've owned. Image quality is excellent, battery life is adequate (I imagine that it could be improved by using an external flash). Newer 4 MPixel cameras may be a bit faster and cheaper, but many don't have much in the way of optics. Highly recommended. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Sony's DSC-P7 combines compact dimensions with a high-performance 3.2-megapixel sensor and a 3x optical zoom lens. If you're looking for a take-anywhere camera that's easy to use and produces crisp, detailed images, the P7 is worth a closer look.

Optics and Resolution
The DSC-P7's 3.2-megapixel sensor captures ample detail for sharp prints at sizes up to 11 by 14 inches. For a serious amateur photographer, 3 megapixels is a great resolution, providing enough detail to perform some cropping and still have crisp prints.

A 3x optical zoom lens (39-117mm equivalent) helps you to capture exactly the picture you want, and an additional 2x digital zoom (6x total) further magnifies your image. Remember, however, that digital zoom tends to reduce the sharpness and detail of your image, so it's best used sparingly. In low-light situations (a particular weakness for many digital cameras), a focus-assist lamp sends out a small patterned beam to help the camera accurately determine distance.

To compose your images, either use the traditional camera viewfinder or the 1.5-inch LCD display (which is also used to review the shots you've taken). Having both types of viewfinders offers the best of both worlds: If you're used to using a film camera or want to conserve battery life, use the viewfinder; if you want to see exactly the picture you'll be capturing, use the LCD display.

More Features
The DSC-P7 is designed to be a simple point-and-shoot, so it doesn't have a huge assortment of manual settings. However, more advanced photographers will appreciate the manual focus mode, adjustable ISO, and white-balance settings, as well as the exposure compensation and the ability to shoot black-and-white, sepia, solarized, and negative images.

Other features include a three-area multipoint autofocus and a multiburst function that captures 16 320 x 240 frames with three selectable intervals for convenient motion analysis.

Power
The DSC-P7 uses a proprietary rechargeable InfoLithium battery (model NP-FC10), which can provide power for up to 90 minutes of continuous camera usage. To ensure you'll always be ready for action, we recommend purchasing a spare battery.

Movie Mode
In movie mode, the camera captures silent video clips. Most digital cameras' movie modes are limited to 15- or 30-second clips, but the DSC-P7 can keep shooting until you've filled the memory card. It features three MPEG movie modes: video mail (160 x 112), presentation (320 x 240), and HQX (320 x 240) with 16 fps full-screen playback.

The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on Memory Sticks, Sony's proprietary memory-card format. The included 16 MB stick holds approximately 16 images at the camera's default settings. Memory Sticks are reusable, but if you tend to take more than 16 images per outing, then you'll want a bigger card. A 128 MB stick is a great size for this camera, storing around 130 images.

To transfer images to your computer, simply attach the included USB cable between your PC and your camera--your computer should automatically recognize the camera and let you move the pictures to your hard drive. If you own a Sony desktop or laptop, your computer may also have a built-in Memory Stick reader, which makes transferring as easy as reading a floppy disk.

Size
At 4.5 by 2 by 1.44 inches and 7.5 ounces fully loaded, the DSC-P7 is a very compact and portable digital camera.

Contents and Recommended Accessories
The package includes the DSC-P7 camera, one rechargeable NP-FC10 InfoLithium battery, AC-LS1 AC adapter/in-camera charger, video and USB cables, wrist strap, 16 MB Memory Stick, and software on CD.

Everything you need to get started is included in the box, but we recommend these accessories to make the most of your camera: a carrying case, a spare NP-FC10 InfoLithium battery, and a higher-capacity Memory Stick. Compatible accessories for this camera are listed near the top of this page. ... Read more

Features

• 3.2-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
• 3x optical plus 2x digital (6x total) zoom lens with autofocus
• Includes 16 MB Memory Stick
• Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• Uses rechargeableInfoLithium battery (NP-FC10)

Reviews (26)

Tiny Camera Produces Great Photos
I had a hard time deciding whether to get this Sony DSC-P7 or the Canon PowerShot S230 Digital Elph. I was looking for a small 3.2 MP camera. I know some friends who each own one of these two cameras. They were nice enough to each let me borrow their cameras so I was able to fully play with them for a few days before I decided which one to buy. Although the S230 does capture images a little bit sharper, the P7 captures color better. The P7 has 3X optical zoom compared to the S230's 2X. The P7 comes with an AC adapter, the S230 does not (the P7's battery is charged directly on the camera while you must remove the S230's battery to charge it on a seperate charger). I found that the S230 often produced red-eye and the P7 seldom did (and seldom does). Luckily, you can correct red-eye on your computer. Still, I would rather have a camera that produces photos that require the least editing as possible. I would rather spend my time taking pictures! I wanted a camera that would fit in my jean pockets and although the S230 is a little smaller, the P7 is nontheless a tiny camera.
The quality of the MPEG movie clips with sound is great. This feature, however would never replace my camcorder--but it is a nice feature to have when I do not want to lug around my Digital8 camcorder. I also like the fact that the length of video capture time is only limited to the size of your Memory Stick. If I am not mistaken, only with Sony cameras (and only with some Sony cameras) can you fill the memory up with only video footage. Also, with the P7's Memory Stick, I am able to view and save photos directly onto my Clie organizer.
The size of the included 16 mb Memory Stick is insufficient. I purchased a 128 mb stick and am able to fit over 80 photos set at the camera's highest resolution mode. The photo quality is great. The photo quality is not as good as some (and only a select few) of the much larger 3.2 mp cameras out there but for such a small-sized camera, the P7 is one mean machine. I also thought of getting the DSC-P9 instead (with identicle shell/dimensions and features). After reviewing several samples of the P9 that a friend of mine owned, I found that it was not worth spending an extra $100 dollars for the extra 0.7 mega-pixels. The P9 is listed as a 4 mp camera but is actually a 3.9 mp. The image quality is not much different. Overall, I highly recommend the Sony DSC-P7 to anyone looking for a small camera that is able to produce photos with stunning quality. The metal shell also looks very sleek and attractive. I am glad I chose the DSC-P7 as I am enjoying it some much. I do recommend purchasing a larger capacity Memory Stick (at least a 64 mb) and maybe an extra battery.

Best digital camera I've ever used
I have previously used a Nikon Coolpix and Canon Digital ELPH. The Sony is far and away the best camera out of the three. Extremely crisp images, also has a letterbox feature (so you can take pictures in widescreen format if you want, which looks pretty cool). I would've liked if the digital video was captured at a higher res, but I can't complain since this is the only camera out of the 3 I've used that allows unlimited video capture (the only limitation is the size of the media) and audio. Also has some cool image effects- you can add sepia tones or take negative exposures. The menu is easy to use. The camera is sturdy without being too heavy, my only issues are battery life (about 1.5 hrs on a full charge, which is pretty standard but I'd expect more for the price) and the size of the provided memory stick- 16mb is ok if you're only using the lowest resolution, but to take advantage of the camera's full capabilites, including the digital video w/ sound, go out and get a 128mb stick as well.

Extremely Versatile and Highly Effective
I've had this camera for over 1 year now and I am nothing but satisfied. When I decided that I wanted a digital camera it was important for me to get one that was small enough not to impede on my active lifestyle yet did not compromise on technical ability. Sony's DSC P7 is the perfect mix. I travel a lot internationally and so I just put it in my pants pocket and keep the charger in my luggage. You can snap about 300-400 pictures before the battery dies. The menu functions are very user friendly and allow you to highly customize the settings.

There is also no compromise on other aspects. The movie quality is not perfect but really good and the sound is excellent. Another thing that is annoying about most digital cameras is how long it takes for the picture to snap. With this one, it takes the picture as soon as you push the button. This is also true with the movies. I know on some digital cameras when you are done recording a movie you have to wait a while for it to "save" to the flash memory. Not with this one; Sony seems to have gotten the right idea in that, flash memory should work in a flash. The only problem I have with it is that sometimes in extremely low-light conditions when the flash is imperative, you have to wait about 6 seconds for the flash to build up. But just to reiterate, this doesn't happen in the light. The other cool thing is the memory stick. You can get 512MB sticks and you can even buy generic ones (from the same company that makes them for Sony) at half the price Sony charges. The picture quality is outstanding. The user can select a variety of qualities along with visual effects such as B&W, etc...

To recap: It responds quickly to user commands, picture quality is excellent, it's small & light, it's not that expensive, and the movies have excellent quality sound with very good video.

Bottom Line: I'm a tough customer but the Sony DSC7 gets 5-stars because it deserves it.

Great to use, but disappointing pictures
My old Kodak digital camera finally stopped working after being dropped too many times so I replaced it with this Sony after reading many reviews of comparable products.
This camera is great to use, the menu options are easy to change and the USB interface makes downloading pictures very fast.
However, the picture quality is most disappointing compared to my old Kodak. Color and contrast never look quite right, and at lower resolutions, the pictures look grainy - unlike the Kodak at the same resolution.
Selecting "Autobalance" in Microsoft Photo Editor nearly always makes a difference - both for indoor and outdoor pictures.
I will now be looking for a new Kodak model.

Our first digital camera
I got this camera for my wife as a Christmas present. I did alot of research and tried several brands and models before I decided to give her the Cybershot DSC P7. One of the strong selling points for this camera was the ease of use. The menu interface for the camera was easy and it made sense. It's ergonomics are excellent, it is lightweight, and compact. This camera is very forgiving and allows us to take almost flawless pictures regardless of the lighting situation we put it in. The delay between when you press the button and when the picture is taken is minor, but it might be an issue when you're trying to capture an action shot (I normally pre focus by focusing on the subject and holding down the shutter button halfway and it works). If you want a camera that captures action, you'd probably do better by sticking with the SLR cameras.

The LCD screen is crisp, but you'll need to use the view finder on a bright sunny day. The digital video is fair to below normal meaning you'd get better quality with a camcorder because the cybershot has a lower frames per second ratio, but it is nice to have the "movie" option in a camera. With a 128MB stick you can record up to 5 to 6 minutes of footage at the highest resoulution.

Other features are the multiburst mode (for your golf swing, etc.), night mode (use a tripod), white balance (snow or beach pictures), 10 second timer, multi and center focus, and a red eye reduction.

We have noticed that our picture taking has increased 300 percent since we've started using the cybershot. I would definitely recommend that you purchase the 128MB memory sticks. We can put about 80 to 90 pics on a 128MB stick depending on the resolution we choose. Also buy an extra battery.

This camera was designed for the average person, primarily the point and shoot crowd so it may lack some of the manual and advanced settings professionals prefer. Overall, it is a fun camera that is easy to use and I think that makes up for any advanced features it lacks.

***Update*** 10-21-2003
Still No problems with the camera. Now that we've used it for
almost a year, we kind of wish that there were some lens accessories to increase the optical zoom. It still takes wonderful family pictures which is what we bought it for. ... Read more

Features

• Slip-on style carrying case
• Belt Clip
• Extra pockets for Memory Stick® media , notes, business cards

Reviews (2)

Does the job but some complaints
It's totally effective. It buckles to your belt, makes for sturdy protection, and keeps the weight out of your pockets. But it's quite bulky. You can feel it when you sit (and I'm a thin guy), especially if you have one of the long clies. You can fix this problem by moving the clie to your side but that makes it a little harder to reach. You also have to slide your seatbelt underneath it because the belt pushes down uncomfortably. Finally the buckle locks the pouch onto your belt can be stubborn. But it still does the job pretty well, just a few bugs.

So far I like it.
After trying hard cases, I decided to give this a try. The hard cases will protect your pda but if you are like me you tend to put them in your shirt pocket and if you have a job that requires bending over--crash.

It does make you look kind of geeky to have your pda strapped to your side. However, it eliminated my falling PDA situation.

The material is a nice, firm, dark color. The sides are a strechy material which allows for a tight fit. The inside is a nylon material for scratch reduction. The clip has buttons on the bottom so it will give way if it gets caught. I have noticed that it does not get in the way of sitting, etc.

This is not a hard case so don't get it for drop protection.

There is also a pocket for memory sticks. ... Read more

Features

• THIS CAMCORDER WAS MADE FOR USE IN COUNTRIES OUTSIDE THE U.S. -- IT COMES WITH NO APPLICABLE U.S. WARRANTY & REQUIRES A PAL FORMAT TV OR MONITOR FOR PLAYBACK
• Bring home more than just rapidly fading memories -- with this Hi-8 Camcorder you can view memorable moments again and again in rich detail and vivid color!
• Large 2.5 SwivelScreen(TM) LCD display
• NightShot Plus infrared recording system
• Powerful 20X optical zoom with 990X digital enhancement

Features

• A videocassette of 180 minute capacity (at standard play mode) specifically designed for the SONY DHR1000 Digital VCR
• Contains 4 KB memory for index capabilities
• Does not work in VHS machines

Amazon.com Product Description

The fun, easy-to-use--yet powerful--Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P92 digital camera packs in more pixels and more features than its predecessor. With its 5-megapixel resolution, the Cyber-shot DSC-P92 produces stunning images in a diverse range of conditions. The Cyber-shot DSC-P92 features a 3x optical zoom and is one of the first Sony cameras to be compatible with Memory Stick PRO.

Optics and Resolution
The 5-megapixel resolution creates 2,592 x 1,944-pixel images large enough to print 20-by-30-inch enlargements. The 14-bit DXP system plus Super HAD CCD combine to produce excellent image detail and stunningly smooth contrast and color rendition. The Cyber-shot DSC-P92 offers a 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom for a 12x total.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on Memory Sticks, and a 16 MB Memory Stick is included. The Cyber-shot DSC-P92 is also one of the first Sony cameras to be compatible with optional Memory Stick PRO media, which can extends data capacity up to 1 GB.

Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB connectivity, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Movie Mode
You can capture far more than still images with the MPEG Movie VX function. Most digital cameras' movie modes are limited to 30- or 60-second clips, but the Cyber-shot DSC-P92 can keep shooting until you've filled the memory card. The Cyber-shot DSC-P92 shoots video at up to VGA size (640 by 480 pixels) at 16 frames per second.

More Features

• 1.5-inch LCD monitor and true-zoom optical viewfinder for more accurate framing at eye level.
• The three-area multipoint autofocus can intelligently focus on the subject and avoid mistakenly focusing on the background.
• Multiburst mode captures 16 images (320 x 240) as part of a single 1,280 x 960 image and plays them back sequentially in the camera.
• The Multi-Pattern Measuring feature independently light-meters 49 points of the frame,establishing a maximum exposure value, even where pronounced highlight and shadow are not centered.
• Five scene modes: twilight, twilight portrait, landscape, snow, and beach.
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction, auto, forced on, forced off, and slow syncro modes.

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by the NH-AA-DA rechargeable NiMH battery (included). It measures 4.7 by 2.3 by 1.3 inches and weighs 7.9 ounces. This package includes the Cyber-shot DSC-P92 digital camera, 16 MB Memory Stick, battery and battery charger, USB and AV cables, wrist strap, and CD-ROM with imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac. ... Read more

Features

• 5 megapixel sensor (2592 x 1944 pixels) for enlargements up to 20 x 30 inches
• 3x optical zoom plus 4x digital zoom (12x total)
• MPEG VX movie mode with audio recording; 1.5-inch LCD
• Includes 16 MB Memory Stick; compatible with Memory Stick Pro media
• Powered by 2100 mAh NiMH rechargeable AA batteries (included with charger); connects with PCs and Macs compatible with USB 2.0

Reviews (40)

Fabulous Camera - now go buy a memory stick
I'm rating the camera, or else the package would have got 4 stars since a 16MB stick is totally inadequate. Aside from that, the camera is absolutely great. 5MP gives you obvious great quality. A feature that I didn't think I would use much is really becoming more of a handy feature, the A/V MPEG mode. It will not replace a video camera, but being able to snap 50 pictures at 5MP and take about 7 minutes of footage has been really nice. (I have a 256MB Stick) Overall, I'm very happy with the camera. Like the Sony name, and it feels nice and durable in your hands. I certainly can recommend this camera, but honestly, buy a memory stick, and I would not recommend anything below 128MB. 256MB is nice as you get about 100-120 5MP pictures.

The best digital camera!
This camera is fantastic. I got it about 2 months ago and it has been invaluable. I will never take a picture with film again! The quality of the pictures is absolutely amazing!! '[m not an photography expert, so I wanted something that was easy to use but did not want to sacrifice quality and this is it! The batteries last much longer then other digital cameras I have used. Of course the memory stick is very small, but that it typical for all digital cameras. You will need an extra one, and b/c this is 5 megapixels the memory stick will hold less pictures that images taken at 4 megapixels or less. And the great thing about this is if you need extra batteries you can buy any rechargable batteries and use that! No expensive extra ... batteries here! The size is nice and small so it fits in my tiny purse. I've tried other cameras that were so small they looked so fragile. Not this! I have no complaints at all about this camera!! To download the pictures you just plug the USB into your computer and you can pull them off without even downloading software to your computer.

No Black & White mode
I had a 3.2MP Sony camera about two years ago. It was great. Why I got rid of it, I'll never know. Even though it was a bit bulkier than the DSCP92, it took great photos and MPEGs and I could fit so much on a 128MB memory stick. With this one, five photos and a 30-second MPEG are all I can fit on a 16MB memory stick. But what bothers me most is that it doesn't offer Black & White as an optional photo mode! WHY IS THAT? It's such a common option and yields some beautiful photos. I mean, come on, how often do you take photos in Sepia, Solarize or--what's the other one--Sunburst? PLEASE! I'm tempted to take this camera back. Even my parents' cheap Kodak digital camera offers B&W.

Magnificent, not Magical
I've had this product for 4 months now, so I feel I'm ready to write my review.

When I bought this camera, there were two things that compelled me to select this camera over others. the 5-mega-pixels, and the fact that it was made by Sony, a company that I've come to trust.
I'm sure you've probably already heard what's good about this camera, so I'm just going to skip all that and cover what I think the buyer should be aware of, namely... what they can expect to go wrong.

The point-and-shoot architecture is very intuitive, but not for professionals. One thing I was looking forward to with this camera was playing around with the manual camera settings. I quickly lost interest in this because you can't change the shutter speed, which is what I really wanted to play with.

The size of the camera is nice. It's a little smaller than the 1-time use film cameras, although much heavier. maybe about the weight of a small coffee cup.

The 3x optical zoom is great, but going beyond 3x the camera starts to use digital zoom. You can get up to 12x, but the picture quality really, really drops off beyond about 6x.

The camera takes pictures in standard computer screen proportions (although it has one wide-screen option). This is great for computers, but can pose a problem for people wanting to actually develop their pictures, as standard picture sizes are proportionally wider than computer screens. The top and/or bottom of your pictures may get cut off.

For indoor pictures, there is a problem. To function as a hand-held camera, you either have to have ROCK steady hands, or extremely bright lighting. Anything other than this will give you some problems with blurry pictures. After about a month of finding shelves and countertops or books to set my camera on for picture-taking, I bought a 5 dollar tripod that has expanded my options for using the camera and also just made it less troublesome on the whole. Taking pictures in the pre-set "landscape" mode can also result in blurry pictures, even if the lighting is magnificent.

The battery life can be troublesome, but a fully-charged set of batteries can last you an entire, fairly rigorous day of picture taking. I suggest buying an extra set of batteries, but if you can tolerate the thought of needing to take a picture, but having your batteries be in the charger, then it's not necessary.

When you turn on the camera, the lens twists and moves out of the body. This very cool to watch, I think... but compared to other cameras it is a little noisy; perhaps about the decibel level of a person next to you listening to loud music on poor-quality headphones. It's not annoying, because the sound only happens when you turn the camera on or off, or use the zoom feature.

There is a strange sound I discovered that is always going with this camera when it is on though. It's inaudible for the most part, but if you hold your ear directly against the display screen, you hear all sorts of cool mechanical beeps and stuff. it's probably not too healthy to do this... but it can't be worse than talking on a cell-phone all day :-P

The 16mb memory stick has got to be some sort of cosmic joke. You can fit at most 5 high quality pictures on it. I suggest, nay, DEMAND that you get AT LEAST a 128mb memory stick. But, keep the 16mb around as backup (you never know when you will run out of space and need to take one quick picture).

The screen was great, no pixels on mine were burnt out (check for burnt out pixels on your camera if you are buying from a retail store where you actually get to test the camera before buying it). But the screen is missing something. Most Japanese cameras and cell-phones put a clear, hard-plastic cover on these screens, which is very useful for those people who always feel they need to touch and point (those wierd colors that you see when you touch the screen are BAD).

The movie mode is nice for catching moments like kissing your lover, friend's falling off their skateboards, and so on. But don't plan on becoming the next Steven Spielberg with this. The camera will record directly to .mpg format, which is nice because you can play this format on almost any computer without needing to install anything. I say 'almost' only because I'm sure there are some linux distros that don't include a video player.

The cord that hooks your camera up to an AV-in port is great. you can watch your movies in decent quality on the TV screen, and do a slideshow type thing of your pictures. I like to use this in conjunction with my VCR to record movies, this gets MUCH better quality than the built-in video mode and records to a VHS, which can be handy. But the cord is rather short, so I can't record anything outside or in another room.

The USB hook-up to your computer is very handy. And transferring a full load (128mb) of data to my computer never takes more than 2 minutes, which I think is very reasonable considering how easy it is to set up. The camera will pop up in your computer and you can browse it just as you would any regular folder. Your pictures are stored as JPG pictures (of course) and in windows xp, you can switch to 'thumbnail' view and find the picture you are looking for right away. I have had some problems getting my computer to detect the USB connection, but I've always been able to fix this by rebooting.

This is a great camera. Under the right conditions and with a fair amount of awareness, you can take magnificent pictures. But it's not the magical camera that is going to work perfectly all the time and under every possible circumstance. I don't think such a camera exists. If you want 5 megapixels of power and a name like Sony, this is the camera for you.

I'd give it less if I could
I will start by saying that most of my electronic devices are sony. I buy TV's, VCR's, DVD players, all sony. I was happy for just over three months, right about the time the warranty ran out. I now have a pretty expensive paper weight. Sony responded by telling me that I could pay them another $150 to have them fix it with no additional guarentees. My complaints were taken, and I was reassured to know that my problems would help them fix things in the future with their cameras. Unfortunately, that does nothing for my camera now. Sony used to be the end all of electronics. I don't know if I could ever buy one again. Buy a canon, my elph has done great for years. ... Read more

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hc-42e
this is the best for the indians.. r u listening guysgo ahead & grab one...shripal ... Read more

Features

• 1GB card
• high-capacity data storage for a variety of compatible Sony products, including digital cameras and camcorders
• Warranty: 90 days

Reviews (3)

MagicGate is Anti-Consumer
Almost 500 bucks for this card and it tells me what kind of files I may and may not save to it?What kind of removable storage is that?I'm sorry but I'm not willing to take this kind of leap into control from the likes of Sony.I know there are hacks out there to reverse engineer the thing but I'd rather go with non-proprietary stuff that's cheaper and does what I want without the up-front fiddling.

No Magic Gate Protection Needed
I love my gig stick!I use it all the time for NX 60 Clie.After a quick downloaded patch from Sony's website, it works perfect.I did need to buy a new card reader for it, but that was a small price to pay for all the mp3s and jpegs I can fit on this bad boy.Don't be fooled and think you have to mess with Magic Gate.I am not sure if you can use Magic Gate or not, but I know you don't have to.I just copy the songs to palm/program files/MS_AUDIO/ directory and listen away.The only down side is this thing is almost $500 and I am always afraid to lose it!

Don't waste your money!
This won't work in pre-2003 Sony devices, as Sony made a design mistake on original memory stick (and kept its consumers in dark). Neither would existing card readers work.

These sticks contain MagicGate protection. This means that you won't get even 954 MegaBytes of actual space from this 1000 MillionBytes stick. MagicGate uses up significant space (100MB) and create all kinds of hassles in transfers of things like mp3's.

But wait that's not all, these sticks are kinda obsolete already. These won't work in any SonyEricsson cell phones or smaller Sony devices like Stick Walkman & newer U series Cybershot cameras.

If you want to invest in sticks buy a MS Duo Pro, the latest of half a dozen stick formats from Sony. (Soon most cell phones will have a slot for removable flash media) Or you can say no to all Sony devices and buy SD/MMC based gadgets to avoid all these hassles. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Protect your investment with the proper cleaning tools. Normal tissues can leave minute scratches on your VAIO LCD screen, and everyone knows how tedious keeping a keyboard clean can be. Thanks to this conveniently portable cleaning kit, you can keep your essential gear in tiptop shape, no matter how long you're away from home.

Both the cleaning cloth and the mitten are made from dense, high-quality cloth that wipes dust and fingerprints away cleanly, without leaving the linty residue of more loosely woven fabrics. Both are appropriate for cleaning delicate tools, like camera lenses and eyeglasses, too. When you're finished, just pack up the pieces into the small carrying pouch.

What's in the Box
Cleaning cloth, cleaning mitten, and mobile pouch ... Read more

Features

• For Sony VAIO screens and keyboards, as well as photo equipment
• Scratch-free removal of dust and fingerprints
• Includes pouch, cloth, and mitten
• Lint-free material
• Weighs just 12 ounces

Reviews (1)

OVERPRICED & CHEESY
I can't beieve I paid $20! The "cleaning mit" is actually a sack that you're supposed to stick 3 fingers into and somehow clean with then. (?) The small cloth wasn't much better, leaving behind a lot of dust. Zipper case is flimsy and doesn't open all the way. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

A logical companion to your swanky new digital camera, the Sony DPP-MP1 provides an easily portable instant photo lab. With a total weight of just 11 ounces, it's no larger than your wallet, yet it supplies gorgeous, cleanly detailed photos and a convenient array of print options.

The DPPMP1 can be used cordlessly with a rechargeable battery pack (not included), or it can be linked to either PC or Macintosh systems via a USB connection. It's also fully compatible with Memory Stick technology, so you can instantly print up to eight copies of a single shot from a compatible Sony digital camera. It's able to produce clean and borderless 3.25-by-2 inch photos in just 90 seconds.

The detachable paper tray accommodates heavyweight paper about the size of a business card. Making use of dye-sublimation technology, the thermal process ink is applied in three separate layers for full saturation, and achieves an outstanding top resolution of 3.8 megapixels.

Standard features include tone and color management, date stamping, and "fit," which squeezes large images into a small frame without losing the edges of the shot. The printer comes with an AC adapter, USB cable, and sample print pack. Sony includes a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
Printer, 24-sheet feeder tray, AC power supply, USB cable, USB driver CD-ROM, 24-sheet print starter kit, instructions, warranty information ... Read more

Features

• Prints borderless 3.25-by-2-inch photos in approximately 90 seconds
• Prints directly from Memory Stick
• 3.8-megapixel resolution, 2,466 x 1,664 dpi
• Cordless battery operation or convenient USB connectivity

Product Description

Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs. ... Read more

Features

• Replacement lamp module
• Compatible with Sony VPL-CS10 projectors
• Achieves brilliant presentation results
• 135 watt lamp unit power
• A quality Sony product

Features

• Compatible with SRX77 Series notebooks
• Input -100-240V, 1.3A-0.7A
• Output - 16V DC, 3.75A
• Dimensions -Approximately 1.2H x 2.3W x 4.3D
• Weight -Approximately 0.66 pounds