Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot Image Stabilization (Black)

12.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD image sensor
5x optical zoom, 28mm wide-angle Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens; Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
720p high-definition movie capture; BIONZ image processor
3.0-inch (230K pixels) Clear Photo LCD; Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology
11MB built-in memory; capture images to Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo Media (not included)

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Editorial Review :

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 camera combines style with power and intelligence. The W290 comes in 4 sophisticated colors and has a stylish look. With the W290 taking great pictures is now easier than ever. The iAuto mode goes beyond the traditional auto mode, thinking and working for you; recognizing scenes, lighting conditions, faces, and automatically adjusts camera settings resulting in clearer images, and faces with more natural skin tones and less blur. The W290 also features HD Movie mode, recording in 720p for capturing your precious moments on video. Compose, review, and share your memories on the large 3.0” (230k pixels) LCD.

Customer Review :

nice for the money

The colors are brilliant! We went to Alaska and I took over 1500 pix and movies. Alaska offers a full range of overcast, cloudy and sunny full light days. The little W290 did well. I bought an 8G and 4G strip and used up about 20 g or more...but transferred it to a laptop to keep it managable. I never even pulled the 4G strip out! BTW...the 4G strip was only $12 on Amazon. Imagine a roll of film holding 350 shots reusable for $12! The HD video mode allows for 30 min/2G of memory.
To me a 4 star is perfect. Nothing probably deserves a 5 STAR so that's why I gave it a 4. It is a well engineered, well thought out highly technical camera but EASY to use. You don't need to even hardly read the manual. Just keep an extra battery and memory strip...as with all cameras. You will love it so much you will USE this one! Good luck!
Secondly, I've had many cameras in my life including 35mm 'old' film styles. I have 3 Sony digitals and each one was 'ahead of it's time' technically. This one is no different. I'm not a photo affecionado but know good pictures when I see them. I opted for small size to throw in my front pants pocket rather than a bulky larger more powerful camera. But I too was surprised. This is one powerful camera! Every feature of this camera is great. The high resolution allows photo editing to crop and enlarge great pictures. The BURST mode allows for fast action multiple pix. The stabilization software appears to work great, almost completely eliminating the unstable 'hand'. The HD video movie mode is wonderful but even though the stabilization software is great be careful when 'zoomed in' and taking video. It will shake! Better than no stabilization but it does shake.
Most of the neghatives reported by others seem to be true...but probably for a reason. The small buttons keep you from turning it on/off or taking pixs while it's in the pocket along other small items like keys etc. Smile detection is for babies and kids and works very well. You need 4-5 feet focal point minimum for it to work but it does and pretty well. Those that think it's useless never took pix of kids before.

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Get this camera

I purchased this camera for my wife who wants it simple and has had a problem with dropping and loosing cameras. I did not want to spend too much for those reasons. I spent $170 for the basic camera. I was so impressed with the picture quality and ease of use that I bought myself a used one for $140. The lens is excellent and the setting are more than sufficient for a small camera. And who needs more than 12 MPs anyway? Who really needs even that many? I like this camera. It is mostly about the lens.

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Excellent wide lens. Superb video quality.

While not a perfect camera, it definitely has strengths. I love the wide lens and the huge field you're able to capture. Fully zoomed out, it takes excellent pictures in bright, outdoor light. It suffers a bit in low light and when utilizing the digital zoom - that's where it could use improvement.

When shooting video, it is downright film-like. This camera has exceptional video quality. Unfortunately, you cannot zoom at all once you begin recording. Also, it only records audio in mono.

Other than that, the LCD display is excellent and the controls are easy to use (though it might be an issue with people with huge fingers).

I also like that this Sony camera gives you the option of B & W / Sepia color modes - something their newer models do NOT feature at all.

I'm so pleased overall with this camera that I bought another one to keep in case my first goes faulty (which it hasn't yet!).

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Pleased

I'm pleased with the camera. It produces some nice results and I cannot fault it overall.

I bought it as a cheap point and shoot camera to slip into a pocket and not worry if it gets damaged or lost and produces good quality shots that I can use. For that purpose it ticks all the boxes.

Fast delivery and so far trouble free snapping!

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Amazing Camera

Got this camera for my daughter after reading a number of reviews and was very pleasantly surprised. I have had a number of digital cameras starting with the early generations to the digital SLR ones with the replaceable lenses and this matches or exceeds almost all of them (the DSLR is a little better on action shots). The video quality is so amazing that we have stopped using our video camera and use this almost exclusively. The audio quality with the built-in mike is pretty good. We recorded our daughters concert and the audio was pretty decent (video was amazing).

Have had this camera for about six months and it has survived a trip to Disney World, Graduation and Prom and a number of concerts and games. Two things to look out for:

1. The camera is not the thinnest/smallest in its category. Although not large, it is about the thickness of two iPhones, a little large to stick in your pocket but pretty easy to carry in a bag or pouch.

2. You can NOT zoom in or out while recording a video. Has not been a major issue for us, but could be a an issue. I just stop recording, zoom and start recording.

Even with those two minor issues my daughter absolutely loves it.

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Sony DSC-S2100 12.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom with Digital Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 3.0 inch LCD (Orange)
Price : $119.99 Too low to display
Features :

12.1-megapixel resolution, 3x zoom lens, 3.0-inch LCD screen (230K pixels)
Convenient AA battery operation and memory card slot for convenient replacement
Easy Shooting Mode simplifies camera operation; SteadyShot image stabilization helps prevent blur
iAuto automatically optimizes camera settings
Card slot for optional Memory Stick Duo media and SD media

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Editorial Review :

A large 3.0” LCD makes taking and viewing pictures easy with the DSC-S2100. With 12MP resolution and 3x zoom great shots can be taken from greater distances plus enjoy the convenience of AA battery operation. Features including Easy mode, iAuto and SteadyShot™ make it easy to capture great images in various conditions.

Customer Review :

You get what you pay for

Image quality was surprisingly very BAD. I was surprised, coming from a Sony camera. It was actually worse than my 2 year old Cybershot 7.2 pixels. However video quality was actually good. But since photos are the main purpose of a camera, I had to return it.

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Simple I guess

Simple camera but tries to be very smart. Smile detection is great if your subject stops and poses for you. If you want a spontaneous shot, the settings have to be changed. Goes thru batteries pretty quick. Good camera for the price. Note: you must buy an extra storage card or the camera only takes a couple of pictures, 4G will give you a 1000+ pictures

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Sony DSC-W370 14.1MP Digital Camera with 7x Wide Angle Optical Zoom with Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 3.0-inch Clear Photo LCD in Silver + 4GB Accessory Kit
Price : $209.95
Features :

Sony DSC-W370 14.1MP Digital Camera with 7x Wide Angle Optical Zoom with Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 3.0-inch Clear Photo LCD
4 Gigabyte SD Secure Digital Memory Card
Sony LCS-CST Camera Case - Memory Card Wallet
Package of LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Mini Tripod
Cleaning and Care Kit - BONUS!! 25 Free Quality Prints (promo code# on invoice)

Average Customer Rating : Not yet rated

Editorial Review :

Take impressive, 14.1-megapixel photos with this compact digital camera. The DSC-W370 captures amazingly detailed images with a 34mm equivalent 7x zoom lens. Reviewing your shots is easy on the 3.0" LCD (diag.) and advanced features including Easy mode, iAuto and Optical SteadyShot® image stabilization eliminate the guesswork in tricky lighting environments. There's also awe-inspiring 243-degree Sweep Panorama mode and 720p HD movies. For displaying pics in breathtaking HD, use the built-in HDMI output (cable sold separately).

KIT INCLUDES:
* 4GB SD MEMORY CARD.
* SONY LCS-CST CAMERA CASE.
* MEMORY WALLET.
* LCD SCREEN PROTECTORS.
* MINI TRIPOD.
* CLEANING KIT.
* 25 FREE QUALITY PRINTS!!!

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Sony DSC-W350 14.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Zoom with Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch LCD in Silver + 8GB Deluxe Accessory Kit
Price : $199.95
Features :

Sony DSC-W350 14.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Zoom with Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch LCD
8 Gigabyte SD Secure Digital Memory Card - USB Memory Card Reader
Sony LCS-CST Camera Case - Memory Card Wallet
Package of LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Mini Tripod
Cleaning and Care Kit - BONUS!! 25 Free Quality Prints (promo code# on invoice)

Average Customer Rating : Not yet rated

Editorial Review :

Take impressive, 14.1-megapixel photos with this compact digital camera. The DSC-W350 captures amazingly detailed images with a Carl Zeiss® 26mm equivalent wide angle 4x zoom lens. Reviewing your shots is easy on the 2.7" LCD (diag.) and advanced features including Easy mode, iAuto and Optical SteadyShot® image stabilizationTM eliminate the guesswork in tricky lighting environments. And don't miss the awe-inspiring Sweep Panorama mode and 720p HD movies.

KIT INCLUDES:
* 8GB SD MEMORY CARD.
* MEMORY CARD READER.
* SONY CAMERA CASE.
* MEMORY CARD WALLET.
* LCD SCREEN PROTECTORS.
* MINI TRIPOD.
* CLEANING KIT.
* 25 FREE PRINTS!!!

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Sony DSC-W350 14.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Zoom with Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch LCD in Pink + 8GB Deluxe Accessory Kit
Price : $199.95
Features :

Sony DSC-W350 14.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Zoom with Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch LCD
8 Gigabyte SD Secure Digital Memory Card - USB Memory Card Reader
Sony LCS-TWB Camera Case - Memory Card Wallet
Package of LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Mini Tripod
Cleaning and Care Kit - BONUS!! 25 Free Quality Prints (promo code# on invoice)

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Customer Review :

Its CUTE! Its PINK! Its PERFECT!!!

I love this camera. It does so much. Plus it came with everything i needed to take great care of it and so itll last longer. The picture is amazing. Even when i use the video. And I can make long pictures to get more in the shot. It is so much fun to use. The program it came with pretty much did all the work for me when i installed it to my comp. Now my pics videos and everything are all sorted and dated for me. I already have over 1000 pics i think on my comp and my memory card. If you are wondering whether or not to get this camera, id say go for it it is an awesome camera/video. ENJOY!!!!

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Questions & Answers

Question : How do you go to the trash bin in a Sony digital camera?
It's a sony Cyber-shot DSC-W120 digital camera. I Deleted the pictures by accident andI really want to get them back.Thanks

Answer:
You are thinking that your camera works like your computer, sorry but it does not, once you have deleted them then under all normal circumstances you have lost them. If you have not taken other photographs since you deleted them so that they have not been overwritten you can contact a specialist company who deal in data recovery. There may be software you can purchase that will do the same job, how effective it is I have no idea. You will have to do a search of the internet to locate it. Whichever way it will probably cost you, so it depends how important these photos are.Regards.

Question : How do I get a deleted Sony digital camera picture back?
I just deleted a picture that I really liked from my Sony digital camera, is there anyway I can get it back!! Thanks for the help! :)

Answer:
No, you can't get it back. In the future, upload your pictures to Adobe Album Starter Free Edition after you take them so you don't lose them.

Question : Which sony digital camera is better?
I'm planning to buy a new camera and looking at sony digital cameras but I don't know which one is better, either the DSC - W290or DSC-W220? Any suggestions?

Answer:
290 is better

Question : What happens if you loose your Sony digital camera uploader cord?
I have a sony digital camera. I lost the cord that uploads all of your pictures onto your computer. Would they sell them separately at the store? Is there another way to upload them using a different cord?

Answer:
You can find one on e-bay. A friend at work paid $1 for a camera usb cable.You can also get a usb card reader for very cheap at any electronics store.

Question : Will any Sony digital camera body work with the older Minolta Rokkor lenses?
I have many good Minolta Rokkor lenses I've used on several Minolta SRT camera bodies. I understand that Sony bought Minolta so will any of the Sony digital bodies fit the Rokkors (like the older Pentax lenses do with current Pentax digitals)?

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There is an adapter but its hard to find although a visit to the Sony web site might be helpful. Other than that just keep checking on eBay. Unfortunately, when Minolta introduced the Maxxum 7000 AF camera in 1985 they changed their lens mount. Sony now uses the A-mount so any Maxxum AF lens will work just fine on a Sony DSLR.

Question : What Sony digital camera would you recommend?
Tell me the pros and cons of it please.Is Sony - Cyber-shot 8.1MP Digital Camera - Black Model: DSC-T70/Ba great digital camera for an example?

Answer:
sincerely,i don t reccommend you the sony cameras ,.............................i...have had only troubles with them until now ,take a canon camera........are better

Question : Video from Sony digital camera has watermark on it?
I have a Sony DSC-w290 digital camera. I filmed a short video clip and, when I put the file on my computer, it has a huge watermark right in the middle saying "evaluation copy." It doesn't show up when I view the video on the camera, just on the computer. I ran it thorugh a couple different converters and video players, but it was still there. How do I get rid of it?

Answer:
You pay for the software and the watermark is removed.

Question : how can i preview my dcs750 sony digital camera into my computer as on tv?
how can i preview my dcs750 sony digital camera into my computer as on tv?I want to see my motion picture as i connect my camera to tv by composite cable.Is there any software?If any please suggest the Link?Thankyou.

Answer:
Just press preveiw.

Question : how do i offload pictures from a Dsc h20 sony digital camera onto a mac?
i need help... if anybody has any info i would appreciate the help. Its a sony digital camera model dsc h20 and i want to offload my pictures onto my mac. thanks in advance for your help!

Answer:
Well, the camera surely came with a USB cable for that very purpose, so find it, and plug one end into the camera and then plug the other end into the back of your Mac and iPhoto will open and download the photos for you.If you don't have the cable, you'll have to get one, probably on eBay or somewhere like that. Just do an online search for "USB cable sony dsc h20" and you'll surely find one.Good luck!... ☺

Question : i broke my sony camera, should i invest in a new sony digital camera or buy a canon?
i've heard canon brand is better than sony, but since i already have the battery, charger and memory card i was thinking about getting another sony.. so do i buy a Sony camera or go for a Canon?????what's your advice?

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Tough choice, but think the Canon below would really be the best.Just saw this camera at Best Buy and think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has an optical viewfinder and uses NiMH rechargeable batteries. Please read as much of the following as you can for other information and help with choosing a camera.Canon A590IS $134.99 at Best Buy or $116.30 at Amazon.comhttp://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...Camera reports batteries low, but is it low charge or bad electrical contacts? Overcharging can ruin good batteries! The secret to making digital cameras work better is having good electrical contacts between batteries and camera. Digital cameras require lots of power. Bad electrical contacts can cause lots of problems so battery and camera contacts must be cleaned properly. Batteries may be fully charged, but will be viewed as low if contacts are not really good. The LCD screen is a low steady load, but when lens extension, optical zoom, focus, and flash charging are added in the capture mode; the load is very heavy. Bad contacts make cameras do strange things like making bad pictures or shutting off with the lens out.CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be severely damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with safety timer, temperature monitor, and trickle charge technology ($9.76) at Walmart. For longer life, use Duracell 2000mAh batteries and a full cycle charge monthly. To preserve battery charge, use the view finder and not the LCD screen when possible.There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best, but digital is definitely the way to go. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. What gives a camera its picture quality? The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures.Many of the new cameras come with only an LCD screen. Would suggest that you find one that also has an optical view finder because the LCD screen is almost impossible to see in bright sun.Higher mega pixels may not really be the best thing to look for. It is more expensive, takes longer to process, and may not be needed unless you are making a really large picture or blowing up a small part of a picture. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches.http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...Lots of great camera tips in these two links. http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=38/10468/6368/333&pq-locale=en_US ...Check this more for the money camera. FUJIFILM - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital. Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor).Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price.http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8879234&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat152 400050001&id=1212192673855 ...http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3514&review=fuji+finepix+s1000 ...This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder. It's PINK!http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc =X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...The information about my camera is just to show that you don't need the biggest and best. Just know how to use the one you have.My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic. Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Ask what cameras they own, but don't believe everything you hear. Once you select a camera read all about it in the owner's manual. Just learned that my camera has red-eye prevention and correction. It also has adaptive lighting. You may be able to view the owners manual at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/di

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