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 Screen size | 2 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
 ISO maximum | 1000 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
 Effective pixels | 6 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
 Max resolution | 2816 x 2112 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px | |||
| Sensor type | CCD |
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| Sensor size | 0.23 in |
| Sensor photo detectors | 6.0 Mpx |
| Effective pixels | 6.0 Mpx |
| Image ratio w:h |
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| Max resolution | 2816 x 2112 px |
| Other resolutions |
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| Optical zoom | 3.0 x |
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| Digital zoom | 6.0 x |
| Minimum aperture | 2.8 |
| Maximum aperture | 5.2 |
| Focal length equiv | 38 - 114 |
| Focus adjustment | Auto |
| Autofocus |
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| Manual focus | yes |
| Normal focus range | 19.69 in |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
| Macro focus range | 0.79 in |
| Number of focus points | 5 |
| Image stabiliser | No |
| Filter thread | no |
| Folded optics | no |
| Filter diameter | 1.18 in |
| Minimum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
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| Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
| Shutter priority | no |
| Aperture priority | no |
| Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
| Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
| Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
| Auto exposure lock | no |
| Continuous shooting | yes |
| Histogram | yes |
| Built-in flash | yes |
| Flash range | 4.2 |
| Flash modes |
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| External flash | no |
| Continuous drive | 1.4 fps |
| Scene modes |
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| Self-timer | yes |
| Self-timer options | 10 |
| Microphone type | Mono |
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| Weight | 4.69 oz |
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| Width | 3.54 in |
| Height | 2.32 in |
| Depth | 0.9 in |
| Power source type | Battery |
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| Battery life (CIPA) | 160 |
| Battery life (max) | 1.2 h |
| Battery technology | Lithium |
| Rechargeable battery | yes |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Start-up time | 1700.0 ms |
| Timelapse recording | no |
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| GPS | no |
| Orientation sensor | no |
| On Screen Display (OSD) languages |
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| Image editing modes |
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| ISO |
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| ISO Auto | yes |
| ISO minimum | 80 |
| ISO maximum | 1000 |
| White balance presets | 5 |
| White balance modes |
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| Custom white balance | no |
| Supported image file formats | JPG |
| Image stabilizer | no |
| Image stabilization type | No |
| Supported aspect ratios | 3:2 |
| Uncompressed format | No |
| Screen size | 2.0 in |
|---|---|
| Articulated LCD | no |
| Screen technology | LCD |
| Screen dots | 85000 |
| Touch screen | no |
| Field of view | 100.0 % |
| Live view | yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Maximum resolution | 640 x 480 px |
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| Video recording | yes |
| Recording resolutions | 640.0 px |
| Supported video file formats | MPEG-1 |
| 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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| Body material | Aluminium |
| Colour of product | Silver |
| Environmentally sealed | no |
| Internal storage | 32.0 mB |
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| Compatible memory cards |
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| Memory slots | 1 |
| Storage types |
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| Camera file system |
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| HDMI | no |
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| USB version | 2.0 |
| DC-in jack | yes |
| Remote control | No |
| PictBridge | yes |
| NFC | no |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
| AV output | yes |
The DSC-W30 offers a great, all-round compact package. It has no glaring weaknesses in any area and will satisfy most casual users.
Sony built its reputation in the electronics field on the premium thesis. Sure, there may be lower priced competitors in the market, but they couldn't beat Sony for quality, design and sheer wow factor. Consumers recognized that, and they have been willing to pay a premium for it.
Review posted 4/21/2006 Click on the W30 for a 360° QTVR tour The Cyber-shot DSC-W30 is an affordable yet high-performance 6-megapixel digital camera that offers a Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens, large 2.0-inch color LCD, automatic simplicity and advanced features that you can
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W30
Steve's Conclusion The Cyber-Shot DSC-W30 and its sibling, the W50 are Sony's compact and stylish entry-level digicams for 2006. They boast a 6-megapixel imager coupled with a high-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3x optical zoom lens. With identical photographic features and performance,
