DSC-WX1/B
Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera
Sonys Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 camera features Exmor R CMOS sensor and 24mm bright f/2.4 G lens, letting you capture clear, crisp images, even in low-light. High speed burst 10fps helps you capture the precise moment and Sweep Panorama creates ultra-wide 224degree panoramic shots. Additionally, it features 720p movie recording9, Ultra-quick 0.3-sec. AF, and Intelligent Auto mode 10.2 Megapixel Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor The DSC-WX1 features a 10.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the cameras G lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain - 2x better than traditional sensors of equivalent size and pixel count. In addition, the combined Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ imaging processor delivers extremely fast 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 720p movie modes. Premium 24mm f/2.4 G Lens Designed and manufactured to the highest standards of optical performance, the Sony G Lens is optimized to perfectly complement the advanced image sensors and image processing technology in Sonys cameras. G lenses are used in top of the line digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and advanced pro-sumer HD Camcorders. Capture the whole picture with 24mm wide angle lens Capture more of the scene in landscape or group portraits with the 24mm wide angle. Wide angle is especially useful in small rooms, where you cant get far enough back from your subjects to capture them all. 5x Optical Zoom Capture the action up close with the 5x optical zoom. Zoom in on kids on a soccer field or a jet skier on the lake, to see their expressions as they enjoy their sport. Ultra bright f/2.4 G Lens This f/2.4 aperture lens gathers twice as much light as typical compact camera lenses, allowing you to shoot indoors or in low light without flash and with less noise. 2.7" Clear Photo LCD Plus Compose and show off your images on the large 2.7 Clear Photo LCD Plus display (230K pixels) Compact design Measuring at just 3 9/16" x 2 1/16" x 25/32, the DSC-WX1 is compact enough to slip into most any pocket or purse, so you can take it with you wherever you go. BIONZ image processor The BIONZ image processor delivers the high resolution and fast performance you expect from a Sony digital camera. Fast processing enables Sweep Panorama to create the image in camera in seconds, clear images in low light settings, and layering one image over another to create a photo that looks just like what you see with your eyes. Sweep Panorama mode Reach beyond the traditional wide angle lens, and capture more breathtaking shots with Sweep Panorama Mode. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed, then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image. Available in wide and ultra-wide options, the camera can take panoramic shots of up to 256 degrees, which goes well beyond the limits of peripheral vision, even capturing areas somewhat behind you. Now capturing wide landscapes is as easy as press and sweep. High speed shooting The DSC-WX1 can capture ten full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10fps, helping to ensure that you capture the decisive moment such as the bat hitting the game winning homerun. In addition, the DSC-WX1 employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.

Handheld Twilight Capture cleaner and sharper night shots without using a tripod. When set to Handheld Twilight Mode, the DSC-WX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, ADDITIONAL FEATURES you can capture images in low light, HD Movie (720p)9 without flash, beyond the capability of traditional cameras. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization Anti Motion Blur mode Capture cleaner and sharper images, even when your subject is moving. When set in Anti Motion Blur mode, the DSC-WX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with higher shutter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and eliminate subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
High Sensitivity mode (ISO 3200) Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode Intelligent AF Smile Shutter technology Face Detection technology: Motion Detection: Pet mode: Dynamic Range Optimizer Standard and Plus: Easy Shooting Mode: Viewing modes: In-Camera Retouching Tools: PHOTOMUSIC: PhotoTV HD: Function Guide: Lithium-ion battery: Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software ver. 4.3:

Specifications

General
Megapixel: 10.2MP Imaging Device: 1/2.4" (7.79mm) "Exmor R" CMOS Recording Media: 11MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Processor: BionzTM Image Processor USB Port(s): Yes - USB2.0 Hi-Speed HD Output: Yes (1080i) 5

Dimensions

Weight: Approx. 5.3oz. (149g) - With battery and Memory Stick PRO DuoTM media. Measurements: 3 9/16" x 2 1/16" x 25/32" (90.5mm x 51.8mm x 19.8mm )

Hardware

LCD: 2.7"1 Clear Photo LCD 230K Viewfinder: No Lens Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups (including 5 aspheric elements) Microphone/Speaker: Mono / Mono Lens Type: Sony G-lens
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited 1 Year Parts & Labor

Supplied Accessories

Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BG1 Battery Charger BC-CSD Multi Connector Cable USB/AV Wrist Strap CD-ROM Software Power Cord Note: Memory Stick DUO Media or adaptors are not included.

Convenience

White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent 1 (White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 2 (Natural White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 3 (Day White Fluorescent Lighting) / Incandescent / Flash / One Push / Underwater White Balance Mode (Auto / One Push) / Underwater 1 (Blue Water)/ Underwater 2 (Green Water) Self Timer: Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off) Still Image Mode(s): Normal (JPEG) / Burst (JPEG) / Bracketing (JPEG) - AE(Plus / Minus 0.3EV / 0.7EV / 1.0EV) Red-Eye Reduction: Auto / On / Off Burst Mode: 10fps at 10.2MP Date/Time Stamp: Available in the included PMB software. Media/Battery Indicator: Yes/Yes Dynamic Range Optimizer: Standard / Off / Plus Scene Mode(s): Movie (Auto Adjustment / High Sensitivity / Underwater) / Scenes (High Sensitivity / Twilight / Twilight Portrait / Soft Snap / Landscape / Beach / Snow / Fireworks / Hi-speed Shutter / Underwater / Gourmet) Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization Movie Mode(s): 1280 x 720 (Fine) (Approx.30fps, Progressive); 1280 x 720 (Standard) (Approx.30fps, Progressive); 640 x 480 VGA (Approx.30fps, Progressive) PictBridge Compatible: Yes Memory Stick Pro Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 16GB Memory Stick DUO PRO media capacity9 ; does not support Access Control security function.

Optics/Lens

Focal Length: 4.25-21.25mm 35mm Equivalent: 24-120mm Focus: 9 points / Center Weighted AF / Spot AF Aperture Range: Auto (F2.4/F7.1(W), 2 steps) / Program Auto (F2.4/F7.1(W), 2 steps with ND Filter) Shutter Speed: Auto(2 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto(1 - 1/1,600) Exposure Compensation: Plus / Minus 2.0EV, 1 / 3EV step Smart Zoom Technology: 5M:Approx.7.0x (Total), 3M:Approx.8.9x(Total), VGA:Approx.28x(Total), 16:9(2M):Approx.9.5x(Total) Digital Zoom: Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off Optical Zoom: 5x Macro Mode: Auto Macro Total Zoom: Approximately 10x Face Detection: 8 face(flash, focus, exposure, white balance, child/adult priority, blink, face motion detection)

Optional Accessories

Accessory Kit (ACC-CLGB) Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (NP-FG1) GPS Unit Kit (GPS-CS1KA) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSMT16G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT8G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT4G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo "HX" Media MSHX16G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo "HX" Media MSHX8G) Memory Stick Duo USB Adaptor (MSACUS40) Color: Black UPC Code: 027242766334

1.Viewable area, measured diagonally 2. PhotoTV HD viewing requires PhotoTV HD enabled BRAVIA HDTV, and component cable (both sold separately) 3. Four preset music tracks stored in internal memory. Imported music tracks can be up to five minutes long. When using Music Transfer to download music, tracks longer than five minutes will be reduced to five minutes when uploading to the Cyber-shot camera. 4. Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3, or Windows Vista SP2. Not supported by Mac OS. 5. HD Viewing requires an HD output adapter cable (VMC-MHC1 recommended) and compatible HDTV with equivalent display capabilities, both sold separately. 6. As compared to Sonys previous CMOS sensors of equivalent size and pixel count. 7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. 8. Capacity will vary based on type and complexity of image recorded. 9.HD Movie mode records up to 1280 x720p, at 30fps, and 9Mbps. 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Clear Photo LCD Plus, BIONZ, BRAVIA, Cyber-shot, Exmor, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Optical SteadyShot, and Smile Shutter are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Control

ISO: Auto / 160 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
Battery Type: LITHIUM ION / InfoLITHIUM G type 3.6V Battery Capacity: Approx. 175 minutes / Approx. 350 images

Software

Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Vers 4.3 + USB Driver (Not supported by Macintosh Operating Systems) Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Mac OSX v(10.3-10.5)

Convenience Features

AF Illuminator Light: Auto / Off Multi-Pattern Measuring: Yes NightShot Infrared System: No NightFraming System: No Power Save Mode: Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity) In-Camera Editing: Trimming / Red Eye Correction

Processor

Bionz Engine: Yes

Operating Conditions

Flash Effective Range: ISO Auto: Approx.0.2Approx.5.0m(W) / Approx.0.5Approx.2.0m)(T), ISO3200: up to Approx.10.0m(W) / Approx.4.0m(T) Flash Mode(s): Auto / Flash On / Slow Syncro / Flash Off

Inputs and Outputs

Accessory Terminal: Multi connector Audio/Video Output(s): Yes via Mutli-Use Connector
Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn Last Updated: 01/15/2010
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FANTASTIC FOUR

These new compacts boast innovations even a pro could love | BY KATHLEEN DAVIS

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj

Coolest feature: Camera turns into a mini-projector Bigger LCDs and Wi-Fi have made sharing digital photos easier, but you still have to pass the camera around to give everyone a look. Nikons new 12.1-megapixel Coolpix solves the problem with first-of-its-kind technology. Turn on its tiny, built-in projector and everyone in the room can view VGAquality photos or videos (with sound) at sizes up to 40 inches across, on surfaces up to six feet away. The coolest new Coolpix is lots of camera too, with a 5X zoom that starts out at a wide-angle 28mm (35mm equivalent) and vibration reduction bolstered by a motion-detection system that ups ISO and shutter speed automatically. (Sensitivity goes as high as ISO 6400.) Still not sure youll get it sharp? The Best Shot Selector shoots a burst of up to 10 frames and saves the sharpest one. Buy it: $430; nikonusa.com

Samsung TL225

Coolest feature: touch-screen is Highest-res ever This 12.2-megapixel compact takes a cue from Apples iPhone. Using its 3.5inch touch-screen, you can scroll through photos with finger swipes, delete photos by drawing an X through them or rotate photos by tracing a circle. The LCD itself boasts the highest resolution of any camera, with an impressive 1,152,000 pixels. Aside from the TL225s dazzling, user-friendly interface, its face-recognition capability can memorize up to 20 faces that you identify for it and when it spots one, it bases focus and exposure on it. The Schneider zoom has a nearly 5X range that starts at a wide-angle 27mm (35mm equivalent). Also way cool: a front-facing screen for self-portraits. Buy it: $350; samsung.com

FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR

Coolest feature: simulates shallow depth of field It packs a 10X wide-angle zoom into the smallest body in its class, but Fujis new 10-megapixel model has other unique charms. In Pro Focus mode, it shoots a series of frames in which focus is automatically varied from your actual focused distance and reassembles them to create an out-of-focus and less-distracting background and foreground. Ideal for portraits, that effect is impossible to achieve with a small-chip, short-lens camera in a single exposure. Likewise, in Pro Low-Light mode the F70EXR shoots a series of bracketed exposures then reassembles the frames to produce a much smoother, fuller-toned image with greatly reduced noise. Buy it: $270; fujifilmusa.com

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1

Coolest feature: makes panoramas without stitching Even automatic panorama stitching programs take work during shooting to get a seamless shot. Sonys 10-megapixel WX1 makes the technique intuitive: Hold down the shutter button in its Sweep Panorama mode and simply pan across the scene, and it fires off 10 frames per second, reassembling them into a sharp, seamless image that measures a considerable 7152x1080 pixels. (Like an old-fashioned swiveling-lens panoramic camera, the WX1 can cover 185 degrees.) Taking it all in is made easier by a crisp Zeiss 4X zoom that starts at a very wide 24mm equivalent. Buy it: $380; sony.com
americanphotoMAG.com | nov/dec 2009