Sony DSC W35 Review

 

The Sony DSC W35 is a compact, seven megapixel digital camera. It performed well in my tests, especially outdoors. Other important factors include the fact it is easy to use and it is also one of the cheaper pocket sized cameras available.

Looking at the test pictures I took with the DSC W35 I cannot really see any major problems when you are taking photos outdoors in decent light. This suggests that if you are looking for an unobtrusive digital camera to take on holiday then this one could be worth a close look. Compared to other digital cameras with a similar price tag I found the sharpness of the photos better than I normally see. When the zoom lens is not being used at all or if it is fully extended there is a slight decrease in the level of sharpness towards the edges of the photos. Aside from that I have very little to complain about.

For portrait shots again I found the camera performed well as long as there were satisfactory lighting levels. Inside in poorer light the camera can struggle a bit. This is especially the case if you move towards the edge of the range of the flash unit. This is just 2m when you are using the zoom lens to its full capacity.

One shot I could not get right was the macro shot. In my test I take a photo of a watch, but I was unable to get the picture really sharp. The camera also struggled to get the colour right when up close. You may be able to overcome this problem by trying different white balance settings.

At 23mm wide you should have little problem fitting the DSC W35 into a pocket. There are slimmer models around, but this one is still compact enough.

This is also one of the few pocket sized digital cameras to include a viewfinder. Perhaps not surprisingly on a camera of this size the viewfinder is on the small side, but it can still come in useful, especially when bright sunlight is bouncing off the LCD screen. The screen is 2 inches in size. This is smaller that the 2.5 inches that is becoming the standard size.

In terms of features this is a typical point and shoot digital camera. It does come with all the regular features such as zoom, movie taking, scene modes, macro and various flash settings.

Sony have built 56mb of memory into the DSC W35. This is very generous when compared to the 10 to 16mb that many rival brands offer. This is enough to take a around 20 still image or shoot some movie footage. This gives you the chance to give the camera a good once over before deciding if it is the right one for you.

Battery power is supplied by a lithium ion battery. Sony supplies both a battery and a charger in the box with the camera. If you are concerned about the battery running down just when you need it you can always purchase a spare, but I would recommend making sure the battery is fully charged before you set off to take any important photos.

In conclusion I am impressed with the Sony DSC W35. It is not often you are able to find a genuine pocket sized digital camera available for such a low price. It works well in most situations and I can see this camera selling well.

Autor: Andy Needham

To see some sample images from the Sony DSC W35 and a video guide covering this cameras features please visit: Sony DSC W35 Review and Video Guide

Added: April 3, 2007
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A Guide to Purchase a Digital Camera

 

Photographic camera became a desired consumer item since it became handheld many years ago. As it became digital with no need for film processing, digital camera became even more popular and it is now considered one of the most wanted optical/electronic consumer products.

However buying a digital camera may be a bit difficult due to the many brands and models being offered. After all there are so many features, one has to be sure of his needs in picking the right digital camera. The following tips might of some help:

1 - Price range: It is recommended that you establish a price range you are willing to pay for your new digital camera. Prices can start from bellow a hundred up to thousands of dollars.

2 - Features: Within the price range previously established, check the features available in digital cameras. Make sure it will meet your requirements for your personal or professional goals. You may find features such as zoom, automatic functions, special effects, black & white images, video recording capability and others.

3 - Battery life: Depending upon the places you go, charging the camera s battery may not be possible. So make sure the battery life will last long enough during your outdoor activities. Also it may be a good idea to have some extra rechargeable batteries, so that that you won t have to stop using the camera, while the original batteries are being charged.

4 - Memory Storage: Digital photographs are stored in the camera s memory. Most cameras have built in memory, but it will accept memory card as well, to increase its storage capability. Depending upon the picture resolution, a user can take hundreds of shots, before it exceeds the memory storage.

5 - Image Resolution: Also known as pixel resolution, this is one of the most talked about features in digital cameras. Although 2.0 mega pixels will deliver good photos for any personal and emailing purposes, nowadays digital cameras with 8.0 and above mega pixels (million of pixels) have become a standard feature. The higher the mega pixel resolution, the better it will look the pictures in larger prints. For those thinking about image enlargement, high mega pixel resolution is a must.

6 - Lens: Beware that the zoom feature may be of two kinds: optical and digital. Optical zoom relies on the lens magnification and delivers a good, sharp and clear image. On the other hand, digital zoom is the magnifying of the digital image and produces a less sharp, grainy image. So make sure that the digital camera offers some optical zoom capability. Also look for lens auto focus and image stabilization features.

7 - LCD: LCD screen is a standard feature in every digital camera, and it works for framing the shot beforehand and viewing it afterwards. Look for LCD screen size 2 inches and above for better clear images.

8 - Online Stores: Whenever looking for the best deals in digital cameras, take a look at some trusted internet stores. Since prices are posted in web sites, people may find very easy to compare them, and get the best deals. Also take a look at some auction sites, for new and used digital cameras.

Digital camera has definitely become a very popular consumer product. The easy of taking shots and emailing to friends have really made this item an absolute must-have kind of product. I guess one could say that people found in digital cameras the perfect tool to preserve special moments by sharing digital photos with loved ones, around this ever growing wide world web.

Roberto Sedycias IT Consultant for PoloMercantil

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Autor: Roberto Sedycias

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Roberto Sedycias has a bachelor degree in Business Administration and over 20 years experience in systems analysis and computer programming. Currently working as IT consultant for http://www.PoloMercantil.com.br

Added: April 4, 2007
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Panasonic : stylish FX series with Leica optics

In a placers of the new cameras Panasonic are three models FX series. On their sisters budget LS series they are, above all, stylish design, less thick shell and, above all, optics. All three are equipped with the camera lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT.

And if the models Lumix DMC-FX10 and Lumix DMC-FX12 applied organic 3X optical lens, working in a range equivalent focal distances 35-105 mm, the Lumix DMC-FX30 boasts a wide-angle 3.6 X optical lens, shutoff range of 28-100mm. According to the manufacturer, Lumix DMC-FX30 is the most compact in the world camera allowing surveys with 28 mm equivalent focal distances. Another difference Chambers FX series of spacecraft series LS is powered by a built-LI-IH batteries, not least led to a lesser thickness of cells. Dimensions Lumix DMC-FX10 and Lumix DMC-FX12 of 94.1 h51 h24 .4 .2 mm, and Lumix DMC-FX30 the thinner - h51 94.9 .9 m .0 mm.

What are the intellectual sensitivity of IIC (Intelligent ISO Control), which monitors speed objects in the frame and automatically selects the ISO (up to 3,200 units), and the powerful images Venus Engine III. Of course, the company and the optical image stabilization Mega O.I.S. Models Lumix DMC-FX30 and Lumix DMC-FX12 are armed 7,1-megapixle Pzs-sensora and Lumix DMC-FX10 satisfied 6-megapixle matrix. Displays in all cases 2,5-inch, but resolution 207 thousand pixels pleased only "old" model Lumix DMC-FX30, in the other two cells permission LCD is only 115 thousand pixels.