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Sony Cybershot DSCW130 8.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Silver)

Amazon Price: $229.99 List Price: Usually ships in 24 hours By: Sony - Model: DSC-W130 Amazon Marketplace: 4 new & used starting at $210.00

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Features:

• 8.1 MP 1/2.5¿ Super HAD CCD image sensor
• Professional Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens 4x optical zoom (32 mm)/8x digital zoom
• Large, 2.5¿ TFT LCD
• Smile Shutter technology captures smiles
• Face Detection technology captures faces naturally

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Sony Cybershot 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 12 people found this review helpful.

This camera is so powerful and user friendly. I enjoy the fact that it tells you without you having to guess what each feature does by spelling it out on the screen.

Phenomenal Camera 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 5 people found this review helpful.

This Sony Cybershot out performs similar cameras and is a great value. The photos are clear and crisp. The camera software and menus are easy to use and very helpful. I highly recommend this product!

SUPER!!!! COOL CAMERA! 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 11 people found this review helpful.

One of the best things I have ever bought!
Lo mejor que he comprado este año!

Editorial Review:

Get is all from one powerful point and shoot. The DSC-W130 Cyber-shot digital camera delivers Smile Shutter technology for automatically capturing smiles as they happen and lets you share them beautifully in HD. You can expect stunning detail, thanks to 8.1 megapixel resolution and a Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens. Plus, Sony's Face Detection technology controls focus, exposure, and color on up to eight individual faces, resulting in more accurate, natural skin tones. Whether displayed on the 2.5" LCD screen or your HDTV, the DSC-W130 conveys your vision with precision and style.

Sony Alpha DSLRA300X 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with DT 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 & DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 Zoom Lenses

Amazon Price: $799.99 List Price: Usually ships in 24 hours By: Sony - Model: B00138R12I Amazon Marketplace: 7 new & used starting at $747.00

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Features:

• 10.2 MP for high-resolution image detail
• Kit include DT 18-70mm zoom + 55-200mm telephoto lenses
• High sensitivity (ISO 3200) with noise reduction
• Tiltable 2.7¿ LCD screen for high/low angle shots
• In-camera image stabilization

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 21 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

A true DSLR value 4 out of 5 stars.
6 of 7 people found this review helpful.

I researched affordable DSLR cameras and chose the A300 for its rear screen viewing when desired, its 'in the camera body' anti shake system, its comfortable shape and weight, and its excellent picture clarity. The A300 is NOT a 'dumbed down' DSLR. Its sophisticated (yet easy to use)features should satisfy any photographer. Controls are perfectly positioned, settings are easily reviewed, delay time between pressing the shutter release and the picture being taken IS NON EXISTANT. Audio noise is unobtrusive. Bracketing is simply achieved. and the kit lens is fine for general use. As I take Nature photos, I opted for the Tamron 70-300mm zoom lens as a quality yet less expensive alternative to the Sony zoom. I would buy the Sony A300 again without hesitation. [Nevertheless, if you have an extra $400, the new 350 is an impressive choice indeed.]

Editorial Review:

10.2-megapixel effective recording * 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-105mm) * compatible with Sony Alpha and Minolta A-type bayonet mount autofocus lenses * Super SteadyShot® image stabilization * anti-dust technology to keep image sensor clean *

Sony Alpha A700 12.24MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

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Features:

• 12.24-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size prints
• Body only; lenses sold separately
• In-camera image stabilization and anti-dust vibration systems; Eye-Start Autofocus system
• 3-inch LCD display; 11-point autofocus system; 40-segment multi-pattern honeycomb metering
• Powered by lithium-ion battery; stores images on CF I/II and Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo cards

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 22 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Excellent, class leading DSLR, but not perfect (what is?) 4 out of 5 stars.
5 of 6 people found this review helpful.

I have a Canon 5D and although it produces impressive pictures, I found too many of my pictures were blurred and I found myself not carrying my 5D around as it was a heavy camera (front heavy and hard to hold still IMHO) with the 24-105mm lens attached (hence the blurred shots). I started to look for a smaller and lighter camera - comfort was a major issue as was the size of the viewfinder and quality of the LCD as the 5D's LCD is frankly poor - very hard to tell if something was sharply focused or the appropriate colour. I tried out the following:

Pentax K20 - didn't like the focusing system or the LCD menu system, but otherwise impressed with the camera. Also, it's not a Nikon or Canon which is attractive given their saturation of the market - it's good not to go with the herd sometimes! Good range of lenses.
Nikon D80 - uncomfortably ergonomics for me, as with the D300, the thumb rest digs right into the lower joint of my thumb making it hard to hold firmly, I also didn't like the reversal of the focus and zoom rings on their lenses (focus at the back, zoom at the front).
Nikon D300 - very nice camera, but almost 100g heavier than the 5D!
Canon 40D - very similar to the 5D in terms of size, weight and shape. Comfortable but bland ergonomics and still on the heavy side. Nice big viewfinder, very impressive large information in the viewfinder too, compatible with my existing lenses. But it's a Canon (I have an aversion to monopolies or duopolies - it's not good for consumers or innovation!) and with their quality 17-80 lens it was going to weigh little less than the 5D.
Olympus 510 - brilliant size, weight and comfortable ergonomics, good kit lenses. I don't like the 4/3rds system (a smaller sensor just can't be better as I found with comparisons to the 5D and it makes the viewfinder very small) and their menu system is plain ugly. With a 900,000 pixel moveable screen and cleaner menu, Olympus would corner the small DSLR market.

I decided to buy an A700 with a Carl Zeiss 16-80 lens and have used it for a couple of weeks and overall I am very happy - I use it far more than the 5D as it is light and small and easy to carry. On the downside, the picture quality is not as good as the 5D especially at high ISOs where the Sony is noticeably grainy. Amateur Photographer has a review in their current issue which shows that in terms of IQ, resolution and noise the 5D beats the D300 and 40D, so the A700 really can't compete. But there's no point having the best camera sitting at home gathering dust.

Sony A700 Pros:
- Lightweight and small compared to others in class.
- Very nice ergonomics and comfort in the hand. Easy to hold very tight with very little camera wobble compared to the 5D which is front-heavy and less easy to hold still.
- Brilliant LCD, easy to check colour accuracy and sharpness - don't even need to zoom to check focus. Sony and Nikon are miles ahead of Canon, Olympus and Pentax here.
- Carl Zeiss lens is lightweight and small too, with a very useful range. Very sharp and colourful lens.
- Very bright and large viewfinder - which is so important and put me off Canon's 20D and 30D a few year's ago which have small, pokey viewfinders.
- Anti-shake device is superb, makes a huge difference and in my view is better than the lens version with Canon and Nikon. It applies to all lenses which is a major plus.
- I love the shake level meter in the viewfinder window. It is brilliant and almost on its own has made me a convert to the A700. A little chart fluctuates depending on camera shake, so you wait until the chart drops and then take the picture - it is so helpful.
- White balance settings have 7 variable settings (-3, 0, +3) which is very helpful.
- Lovely clean menu system, easier and quicker than Canon and up there with Nikon's which is also lovely to use. Olympus and Pentax really needs to take note, as their menus are cluttered and not intuitive. The A700's menu is a pleasure to navigate.
- Dedicated ISO, drive, WB and exposure buttons is very quick and useful, all are large and easy to press and can be used without even taking one's eye away from the viewfinder. Also a custom function button (NOT a direct printer button like Canon!). I don't miss the top LCD screen at all - big buttons are more helpful!
- Compressed RAW looks as good as RAW but takes less space and time.
- Outdoor shots are very sharp, very colourful and contrasty. I mainly take travel and outdoor pics so this camera really suits my style and needs.

Sony A700 Cons:
- Picture quality and resolution is not up to Canon 5D standards (but matches 40D and D80 etc). I appreciate they are not like-for-like cameras or in the same class, and the 5D is full frame etc, but it is 3+ years old. My experience is borne out by Amateur Photographer - full frame is best. I should add that at low ISOs (200 or below) and shooting RAW or cRAW the Sony output is almost as good as the Canon, which when coupled with the Sony's size, weight, LCD and anti-shake device is enough for me.
- Where the Sony suffers is at higher ISOs. At 800 the 5D has almost zero grain or noise whereas the Sony, to me, is noisy in the shadows and darkers areas of the pic. If you mainly shoot indoors or in low light, this may not be the right camera for you.
- Poor dedicated range of lenses. Not as many lenses as available for Canon and not the same quality either in terms of build and glass. Too many of the Sony lenses I have read about have had poor reviews. No problems if you have Minolta glass - but again, not the range or quality of Canon.
- Too few Sony lenses have USM/HSM/SSM etc motors. The Zeiss lens is quick but not as quick as my Canon lenses with USM motors. More importantly the Zeiss lens is very "squeaky" in use - when going from completely out of focus to focus there is an audible whirr and squeak as it is not an SSM lens. Only the high-end telephotos have SSM. Also, many of the Sigma lenses don't have HSM while they do for Canon and Nikon mounts making them also loud and slower.
- WB under incandescent light is poor - very orange cast and even with the parameters being changed, is still badly inaccurate.
- There is no ISO reading in the viewfinder info bar which would be helpful and is standard at this level of DSLR.
- The AEL button is very raised away from the body, as a result, when pressed, it is hard to keep my glasses close to the viewfinder and my view becomes distorted - this is actually quite annoying, but nevertheless not a deal breaker by any means.
- The rubber grips on the lens are very fine and are a dust magnet. It's a really minor point, but after one week my Carl Zeiss lens looked shabby because any dust and dirt gets stuck in the fine rubber ridges and is really hard to clean.

Overall:
Overall the Sony A700 is a really excellent camera if you shoot at low ISOs (800 or under), mainly shoot outdoors and want something light and compact to carry all day. If you are coming from film where shooting higher than ISO 400 was virtually unheard of, this is a great camera. I give it 4 stars not 5 as it is not perfect (though arguably no camera is perfect, and this comes as close as any) - to me it is a bit too noisy from ISO 400 up, certainly compared to the D300 with which it shares a sensor. But, it doesn't matter 90% of the time. V Highly Recommended.

Editorial Review:

12.2-megapixel effective recording * APS-C-size CMOS image sensor (23.5 x 15.6 mm) * compatible with Sony Alpha and Konica Minolta/Maxxum® A-type bayonet mount autofocus lenses * 3" high-resolution LCD screen (307,200 pixels) * Super SteadyShot® image stabilization *

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H3 8.1 MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization

Amazon Price: List Price: $299.99 By: Sony - Model: DSCH3 Amazon Marketplace: 15 new & used starting at $175.98

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Features:

• 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16-by-22-inch prints
• 3.0-inch LCD display; 10x zoom with Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization
• High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) lets you shoot without flash in low-light conditions
• Face Detection technology (up to 8 faces); Advanced Sports mode
• Powered by rechargeable lithium ion battery; stores images on Memory Stick Duo or Duo Pro media (not included)

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 59 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

good pics, small, simple 4 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I got this as a gift for my wife and she loves it. She was using a Fuji Finepix but wanted better quality and more options; this delivers as well as being more portable with the option of adding lenses for those special shots.
Sony cameras do work best if you take the time to learn how to use them. The Auto functions can be a bit grainy sometimes, but if you learn the camera, learn what the settings are for, you'll be very happy with it.

Editorial Review:

Longer zoom, smaller size. Sony puts 10X Optical zoom in the palm of your hand. With compact body design, 8.1 megapixel resolution and a top-quality Carl Zeiss lens, the exclusive silver Cyber-shot DSC-H3 packs more photo opportunities in a small size. Advanced Sports Mode (up to 1/2000 sec.) catches fast action. And Face Detection detects up to eight faces in a picture, so everyone will look their best. HD Output provides spectacular photo viewing on your Sony BRAVIA and other compatible HDTV screens and the Sony Double Anti-Blur Solution combines Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization with High Sensitivity (ISO 3200) for crisp imaging in low light.

Sony Cybershot DSC-H7 8.1MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

Amazon Price: List Price: $399.99 By: Sony - Model: DSCH7/B Amazon Marketplace: 16 new & used starting at $248.98

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Features:

• 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• Carl Zeiss 15x optical zoom lens; 2.5-inch LCD display
• High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) allows for shooting even in low-light conditions
• MPEG Movie VX Fine mode captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate
• 76x Smart Zoom feature gives you an amazing ultra-close crop

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 50 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

Though not considered a compact digital-camera model, the focal length of this camera offers amazing versatility. Shoot dramatic close-ups and sharp fast-action shots with the 8.1 megapixel Cyber-shot(R) DSC-H7 digital camera. The Carl Zeiss 15X (35mm film equivalent to 31 - 465 mm) optical zoom and Advanced Sports Mode with high shutter speed are perfect for crisp long shots and excellent detail when shooting at sporting events. Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization and high-sensitivity (ISO 3200) mode reduce blur when shooting without a flash and Face Detection technology brings out the best in faces. You can also manually control the exposure and focus of the DSC-H7, making it ideal for more artistic shots. And with HD (high definition) output, photos can look even more spectacular when you share them with friends and family on HDTV screens. For more creative freedom, a simple wheel-dial control lets you quickly change camera settings in manual modes (shutter speed priority, aperture priority, manual exposure) and also control ISO sensitivity, focus area, and exposure value. In play mode, the wheel dial provides a quick way to view your next or previous shot. ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Shutter Speed - 1/4-1/4000 sec. (Auto), 1-1/4000 sec. (Program Auto), 8 - 1/2000 (Aperture Priority), 30 - 1/4000 (Manual/Shutter Priority) Electronic-flash 1080i HD mode In-Camera Editing Dimensions - 4.31 W x 3.31 H x 3.38 D

Sony Alpha A700 12.24MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Aspherical ED Lens

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Features:

• 12.24 MP Exmor image sensor with on-chip AD conversion
• Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization
• Powerful Bionz image processor with noise reduction
• Continuous 5 frame-per-second shooting to capture fast motion
• 3.0¿ LCD screen with 921k pixels for photo-quality viewing

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 3.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

With better than 11x zoom range, this SLR digital-camera moves you forward to a new scale of digital photography. Enjoy the all-new Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A700 camera with an amazing zoom lens to get you started. Included in this kit is the versatile SAL-18200 18-200mm standard zoom lens. This easily handles the standard range of shots you'll take most often but there's nothing standard about the alpha's advanced optical design. With superior all-in-one lens performance for everyday shooting, its 35mm-equivalent range of 27mm wide-angle to 300mm telephoto excels at capturing faraway subjects, sports events, dramatic landscapes and intimate close-up views. The brilliant (alpha) DSLR-A700, with 12.2 megapixel resolution to capture the full imaging precision of Sony zoom lenses, Carl Zeiss lenses and legacy Minolta a-mount lenses, is today's most exciting DSLR. Quick response, creative style modes and high-speed shooting help you capture your creative vision, while Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization conveniently works with every lens. For improved picture quality and reduced blur, the Eye-Start Autofocus system uses an 11-point center twin-cross AF sensor for phenomenal results. All of this combined with Sony's innovative Anti-Dust Technology and a rugged magnesium alloy body and you have the ultimate DSLR for serious photo enthusiasts and amateurs alike. Display your photos in HD wide mode using an optional HDMI cable. Connect to a PC with USB. It has Auto and Manual Focus and Exposure modes. Sony's Bionz image processor helps deliver outstanding image range. The DSLR-A700 is both stylish and pragmatic to meet all the reasons and things you expect from a high-performance camera. Color Mode(s) - Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Adobe RGB, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night view, Autumn, B/W, Sepia (Except for Adobe RGB, all other color modes use the sRGB color space) Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibil

Sony DCR-DVD910 4MP DVD Handycam Camcorder with 15x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

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Features:

• 2.3-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor with Exmor technology; Bionz image processor
• Hybrid recording to DVD or Memory Stick media
• 4-megapixel still image capture
• Face Detection technology for video and still images
• Built-in zoom microphone w/ Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording

Editorial Review:

The DCR-DVD910 matches powerful features with ease of use. The ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor capture sharply detailed images. Face Detection technology is also included, improving your video and still images by adjusting focus, color and brightness of faces in the shot. For superb sound reproduction, the built-in zoom microphone with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording syncs with the camera's zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialog and crisp, discrete sounds. The DCR-DVD910 is also quite flexible, allowing you to record everything directly to DVD or removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media using Hybrid recording technology.

Sony Cybershot DSC-H9 8MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

Amazon Price: List Price: $529.99 By: Sony - Model: DSCH9/B Amazon Marketplace: 6 new & used starting at $320.00

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Features:

• 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• Carl Zeiss 15x optical zoom lens; 3.0-inch LCD display
• High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) allows for shooting even in low-light conditions
• MPEG Movie VX Fine mode captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate
• HD output; HD slide show with music feature

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 81 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

the big camera that wasn't 2 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I obtained this camera with great expectations. I have got to say that it takes decent pictures but we are far from that optimal product sought to bridge the simple point&shoots and the DSLR. If all intermediate products were like the H9 I would definitely suggest 1) take a big DSLR and 2) keep a good point&shoot at hand instead.
On a practical point:
PROS
1) Nice DSLR-like feel
2) Interesting manual options
3) Image quality in settings like face-detection is superb
4) If you manage to keep the digital noise down (i.e., below ISO 200)and understand all the different options and crevices to get to them (see CONS) then you can manage to have some incredible shots!
5) The possibility of using infra-red photography is exciting (but then again see CONS)

CONS
1) Overall image quality is not satisfactory, particularly if you aim at having perfect, non blurry, stock-quality images; color fringing is a big bummer!
2) High sensitivity (up to ISO 3200!) with all that noise means little to me
3) The choice of having a 74mm filter size is absurd, and this alone should entitle owners to full reimbursement: How on earth did Sony come up with this one? Very expensive, Sony brand-only filters, with limited choice and, on top of that, a big, giant halo that ends up covering flash light (Q: Was this done on purpose to irritate customers or simply because they are perceived as dumb?)
4) Use of infra-red photography could be fun, but then again you will go nowhere without an appropriate filter (I've got one, but it seems not to be the good one, for a good one expect to spend over $200!!!), and anyway instructions for IR are nowhere to be found (unless they are in the enclosed CD)
5) The learning time to get to know this camera is bound to be too long; probably, by the time you're done a few dozens of newer, better cameras are out there at a lower price than this one.

CONCLUSIONS: Don't waste time and money with this camera, unless you get it for free (i.e., as a gift). Then again you can always get some nice shots. But, overall, what was the point from Sony to generate such a hybrid consumer product?

Sony Cybershot DSCW55 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Pink)

Amazon Price: List Price: $179.99 By: Sony - Model: DSCW55/P Amazon Marketplace: 15 new & used starting at $115.00

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Features:

• 7.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 2.5-inch LCD display; 3x optical zoom
• High-sensitivity shooting mode increases ISO to maximum of 1000
• Capture MPEG VX video with audio
• Stores images on Memory Stick DUO or MS Pro DUO memory cards (56 MB internal memory included)

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 309 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Editorial Review:

7.2 Megapixel of detail and definition gives you the option of large prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Super HAD(TM) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Top-quality Carl Zeiss lens helps you bring you subject closer and frame shots quickly for better compositions, ideal for family sporting events, outdoor fun and travel photos. Check your composition shots on the large, bright 2.5-inch LCD Screen, share your photos on location or video the setup menu even in full sunlight. Even shoot in low light with the high sensitivity ISO 1000. Original Clear RAW Noise Reduction helps suppress color noise. 56MB of Internal Memory let's you start shooting right away. Then, when you're ready, upload you pictures onto a Memory Stick(R) Duo media or PC for printing. Capture VGA 640x480 video clips with audio athigh frame rates up to 30 frames per second with length limited only by the capacity of my media. Get up to 380 shots with a fully charged NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery. Enough for a long weekend or a whole vacation. Burst Mode let's you shoot up to 64 shots at VGA Standard Mode. High Sensitivity ISO 1000 Clear RAW Noise Reduction Burst and MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent and Flash Self Timer - 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds and Off Red-Eye Reduction Up to 64 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Burst Mode Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine with Audio at 30 fps 640x480 Optical Viewfinder 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Lens Construction 35mm Equivalent - 38-114mm Shutter Speed - 1/8-1/2000 seconds 1/3 EV Step Increments Exposure Compensation Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1000 ISO Battery Capacity - 3.6V, 960 mAh Dimensions - 3.5 x 2.25 x0.875 inch, 89mm x57mm x 23mm Weight - 4.2 ou

Sony Cybershot DSC-T2 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (White)

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Features:

• 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• 2.7-inch widescreen, touch-panel Clear Photo LCD Plus
• Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens
• Face Detection; Smile Shutter automatically captures when subject smiles
• 4GB built-in memory to organize all of your pictures

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 19 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Too Complicated 1 out of 5 stars.
1 of 4 people found this review helpful.

I decided to upgrade from my older Sony CyberShot and was unsatisfied with the touch screen function. Also, the camera has a few buttons on the sides, but they are entirely too hard, so I'd have to press down on them anytime I wanted to use them, which was frequently.

I gave it a star because the style is the best I've seen from Sony by far.

Always with you 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

Its the camera that I have with me every day, all the time, as its small, does not take up a lot of space, has long battery life, starts up and takes pictures very quickly and image quality is excellent.

I prefer buttons to touchscreens, but I got used to this one and it works pretty well. Can operate the camera by one hand only, including the zoom, to take pictures, for example if I catch an interesting light on a building while walking on the street.

Low light scene programs work very well, took a few night skyline and fireworks shots recently. You will need a mini tripod or a Joby Gorillapod for that.

The T2 really lived up to my expectations as the point and shoot that's always ready. It complements well my film cameras that I use for more elaborate photography.

Editorial Review:

3x Optical Zoom / 2.7" LCD / Image Stabilization / Face Detection / 4GB Memory