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 Screen size | 2.7 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
 ISO maximum | 1600 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
 Effective pixels | 14.1 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
 Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px | |||
| Sensor type | CCD |
|---|---|
| Sensor size | 0.24 in |
| Sensor photo detectors | 15.0 Mpx |
| Effective pixels | 14.1 Mpx |
| Image ratio w:h |
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| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 px |
| Other resolutions |
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| Processor | Venus Engine IV |
| Optical zoom | 4.0 x |
|---|---|
| Digital zoom | 4.0 x |
| Minimum aperture | 3.1 |
| Maximum aperture | 6.5 |
| Focal length equiv | 28 - 112 |
| Focus adjustment | Auto |
| Autofocus | Face tracking |
| Manual focus | No |
| Normal focus range | 19.69 in |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
| Macro focus range | 1.97 in |
| Number of focus points | 11 |
| Image stabiliser | Optical |
| Filter thread | no |
| Folded optics | no |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60.0 s |
|---|---|
| Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
| Shutter priority | no |
| Aperture priority | no |
| Manual exposure mode | no |
| Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
| Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
| Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
| Continuous shooting | yes |
| Self-timer delay | 2.0 s |
| WB Bracketing | No |
| Subject / scene modes | yes |
| Built-in flash | yes |
| Flash range | 3.3 |
| Flash modes |
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| External flash | no |
| Continuous drive | 4.4 fps |
| Scene modes |
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| Self-timer | yes |
| Metering modes | Multi |
| 3D support | no |
| Manual settings | yes |
| Self-timer options |
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| Built-in microphone | yes |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | Mono |
| Voice recording | yes |
| Weight | 4.16 oz |
|---|---|
| Width | 3.71 in |
| Height | 2.11 in |
| Depth | 0.74 in |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 270 |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 660.0 mAh |
| Rechargeable battery | yes |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Timelapse recording | no |
|---|---|
| GPS | no |
| Orientation sensor | yes |
| Calendar | yes |
| ISO |
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|---|---|
| ISO Auto | yes |
| ISO high auto | yes |
| ISO minimum | 100 |
| ISO maximum | 1600 |
| Boosted ISO minimum | 1600 |
| Boosted ISO maximum | 6400 |
| Maximum image resolution | 4320 x 3240 px |
| White balance presets | 4 |
| White balance modes |
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| Custom white balance | yes |
| Supported image file formats | JPEG |
| Photo effects |
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| Image stabilizer | yes |
| Image stabilization type | Optical |
| Supported aspect ratios |
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| Uncompressed format | No |
| Screen size | 2.7 in |
|---|---|
| Articulated LCD | no |
| Screen technology | LCD |
| Screen dots | 230000 |
| Touch screen | no |
| Field of view | 100.0 % |
| Live view | yes |
| Viewfinder | None |
| Maximum resolution | 1280 x 720 px |
|---|---|
| Video recording | yes |
| HD type | HD |
| Supported video file formats | MJPEG |
| Analog signal format system | PAL |
| Camera playback |
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| Max frame rate (highest resolution) | 30.0 fps |
| Motion JPEG frame rate | 30.0 fps |
| Body type | Compact |
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| Colour of product |
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| Environmentally sealed | no |
| Internal storage | 70.0 mB |
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| Compatible memory cards |
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| Storage types |
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| HDMI | no |
|---|---|
| USB version | 2.0 |
| DC-in jack | yes |
| Remote control | No |
| PictBridge | yes |
| NFC | no |
| AV output | yes |
Dependable photo and video quality, great controls and a stylish design; a strong contender that just misses out on an award.
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