LensPEN + Precision Design Cleaning Kit - for Digital SLR Cameras & Lenses - including Canon Digital Rebel XTi, XSi, EOS 40D, Nikon D40, D60, D80, D300, D700 & D3, Olympus Evolt E410, E420, E510 & E52

Kit includes:
♦ 1) LensPEN LP-1 Lens Cleaning System
♦ 2) Precision Design 6-Piece Deluxe Cleaning Kit

The LensPEN LP-1 Lens Cleaning System is the simple and effective way to clean your optics when they get dirty out in the field — before the dust, dust, and grime begin to build up, becoming more and more difficult to remove. This is how simple the LensPEN is to use: 1) Slide out the retractable brush, using it to remove any dust particles; 2) Remove the end cap to expose the cleaning pad; 3) Using a smooth, circular motion, wipe the lens surface with the unique flexible cleaning pad. If any smudges remain, just breathe gently on the lens and repeat the cleaning process. The unique cleaning compound will not spill or dry out and is both environmentally-friendly and non-toxic.

The Precision Design 6-Piece Deluxe Cleaning Kit includes what you need to keep your equipment sparkling clean: Hurricane Air Blower; Cleaning Brush; Lens Cleaning Cloth; Lens Tissue; Lens Cleaning Liquid; and Cotton Swabs.

This value-packed LensPEN Precision Design Combo Cleaning Kit is the perfect companion to help you clean your film and digital cameras, lenses, camcorders, binoculars and scopes.

Customer Review: Magic
This thing is like magic for lenses. I mean you open the cap and just rub away anything. The little brush on the other end is great to. Firm enough to get in the cracks but soft enough not to scratch anything! A must have for any photo enthusiast.
Customer Review: Love this!
I love this cleaning set. The pen is great for quick cleaning, like a little dust or salt water on the lens. EVen the accidental finger print. And the cleaning paper is great for further cleaning without lint. I do find the felt cleaning cloth does leave lint behind. I use it more for the outer parts of the camera and maybe sometimes the view finder on my nikon D60. There were some extra items that were unnecessary and sit in my camera drawer for possible future use. I do not need two brushes or pump blowers. But I may someday. We can always use extra, right?!?

Sony MVCFD85 1.2MP Mavica Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

The Sony Mavica MVC-FD85 digital camera features a 1.3-megapixel CCD for 1,280 x 960 resolution images. The camera also includes an MPEG movie mode and audio annotation for your pictures. The lens has a 3x optical and 2x digital zoom, plus an automatic macro mode for easy photographing of close-up items. The four-mode automatic flash features red-eye reduction and night-synch modes. The camera's built-in zoom, trim, and resize functions encourage manipulation of the images before they're viewed on your computer. Instead of using a traditional optical viewfinder, users compose images by viewing the 2.5-inch color LCD monitor on the back of the camera. This monitor also indicates remaining shooting time in minutes, a well as indicators for flash, focus, and other functions.

Like most of the other cameras in the Mavica line, the MVC-FD85 uses floppy disks to store photos. At maximum image quality, five images fit on one floppy. At the other end of the spectrum is the e-mail setting, which captures 80 images at 320 x 240 resolution on a single disk. To address concerns about the limited number of photos that can be stored on a low-capacity floppy disk, Sony has devised a high-capacity solution. The camera will accept the MSAC-FD2M Floppy Adapter, a device that looks like a floppy disk. Sony's Memory Stick (available in capacities up to 64 MB) slides into the adapter, and the adapter slides into the camera's floppy drive, essentially giving you a 64 MB floppy disk

The package includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, a battery charger, shoulder belt, AV cable, and ArcSoft Photo Studio software for Windows.
Customer Review: As easy as it gets!
I've had my Mavica MVC FD85 camera for over five years. I bought it for use in my construction business to take pictures of my work and also for personal use. A digital camera doesn't get any easier, simply pop-in and out a floppy disk from camera to computer. I use it to store, share and email; it's so easy because you don't need any kind of adapter, cable or memory card port to transfer picture files and the image quality is ok too, its very sturdy also; I will buy another if this one ever fails...
Customer Review: GREAT!! Easy to use.
This is a great digital camera.

Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Compact Super Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera

75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 telephoto zoom lens with 35mm equivalent of 112.5-450mm * compatible with Sony Alpha digital SLR cameras * minimum focus distance: 4.9 feet * minimum aperture: f32 (at 75mm)/f38 (at 300mm) * lens construction: 13 elements in 10 groups * attachment/filter diameter: 55mm *
Customer Review: What A Bargain!
Prequel: I am coming from a strict Nikon background and due to having my $4000 kit(D80, 3 VR, 3 2.8 pro lenses, etc) stolen out of my car, am starting all over again. That being said, I don't have $4000 to plop down at once, so I decided to get an "entry to mid-level" system and after many internal battles, decided to try something different and go with the Alpha system. My thoughts were if things didn't work out with this setup, I haven't spent that much and could use it for a carry-around camera. So far I see absolutely NO reason to go back to Nikon. Yes, this system is THAT good. Sony 75-200mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens: Wow. I sincerely cannot BELIEVE this lens is only $229! As many reviews point out, this lens has virtually ZERO distortion from 75mm all the way up to 300mm and purple fringing(CA) is contained nicely. Needless to say, for a lens at this price point to preform this well is unheard of. This lens combined with the super quick AF of the a200 is a perfect marriage. I compared this to the super sharp Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 VR, and although the Nikon is a bit sharper and performs better in low light, the IQ difference is surprisingly small. I can highly recommend this lens and the Sony Alpha system as a whole!
Customer Review: Average lens for an average price, Good as a starter lens
Nice starter lens to get long ranges but does not perform well in lower light, as it was not designed to. I got this with the ALpha 200 kit for an extra $100 and it was worth that for sure, but if you are spending $200 or more, I would go with a walkaround lens 28mm to 300mm, you'll use it more and can usually find something decent for around $300. If you are getting as an add on and are on a budget, this is a great lens and will fit lots of situations.

Sony Cybershot DSC-T10 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Steady Shot Zoom (Silver)

About the size of a credit card, the ultra-compact 7.2 megapixel Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 is doubly effective at reducing blur. With Super SteadyShot(R) Optical Image Stabilization and high ISO sensitivity, the DSC-T10 captures beautiful shots without a flash, where flash is not permitted or might disrupt the mood. Share your photos as slide shows set to music with family and friends on the extra-large 2.5? Clear Photo LCD Plus screen. The DSC-T10 also comes equipped with precision Carl Zeiss 3X Optical/2X Digital zoom lens, InfoLithium(R) battery with up to 250-shot Stamina(R) power and 56 MB Internal Memory for capturing images without a flash memory card. ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 Auto and manual exposure modes Exposure Compensation - +-2.0EV, 1/3EV steps Color LCD - 2.5 TFT 230,000 Pixel Hybrid Screen Electronic Flash Modes - Auto/Forced On/Forced Off/Slow Synchro Scene Modes - Beach, Fireworks, High Sensitivity, High Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Compatibility - Memory Stick(R) Duo Media, Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo Media (tested to accept 4GB capacity) / 56MB available Internal Flash Memory MPEG Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine (640 X 480, 30 fps) with Audio, (MPEG VX Fine Requires Memory Stick(R) PROmedia) MPEG VX Standard (640 X 480, 16.6 fps) with Audio, Video Mail (160 x 112, 8.3fps) with Audio Self-timer mode Unit Dimensions - 3 17/32 x 2 5/32 x 25/32 (89.7 x 54.9 x 20.6 mm) / Weight 4.93 oz (140 g) Body; 5.82 oz (165 g) including Battery and Memory Stick(R) Media
Customer Review: DO NOT BUY!!!
I REPEAT!!!...do not buy this camera..or any other sony camera for that matter....Many people, including myself, have experienced a very simple but devastating problem with it. IT WILL NOT TURN ON. The battery is fully charged and nothing. I tested the battery in another camera and it worked fine so the problem is with the camera. And by the way, i find it kind of funny how everybody that i have spoken to who has this problem mentioned that it didn't happen until after the 1 year warranty had expired. Save yourself the heartache that you will experience in little over a year and stay away from Sony!!
Customer Review: Sony Cybershot
I love my camera! Of course I researched the item in consumer reports before purchasing and it lived up to it's name!

Sony MVCCD300 3MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Sony's new MVC-CD300 digital still camera features 3.3-megapixel resolution, a 3x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar zoom lens and extensive manual focus and exposure controls for easy use. But it also makes saving photos a snap. With the MVC-CD300, you can store more than 1,000 VGA still images on a single CD-R compact disc. For even greater flexibility, save the photos on a CD-RW compact disc, which can be erased and reused hundreds of times. Both CDs, which can also store more than 90 minutes of MPEG video, are compatible with virtually any personal computer. And moreover, the MVC-CD300 is just slightly taller than the CD itself.
Customer Review: Loved it but ready to leave it...
This is a great camera in most respects. It's hard to take a bad shot -- as someone who wouldn't be able to deal with all the adjustments on a real SLR, this seems to be the next best thing... good lens but the camera does the work as though its a point-and-shoot. I've taken 1000s of shots with it. Battery life is fine. CD as storage is rather convenient. BUT, my complaint is the lag times. Power on lag, shutter lag, and shot-to-shot lag. It's painful to think of all the shots we've missed waiting for disc writing, or power on, or slow shutters. The Burst 3 mode is a silly answer -- just doesn't work right in practice. You can't even see the subject to know if you're still lined up once it starts bursting. Net: this is an ideal camera for non-moving situations... sunsets come to mind. Not so much for taking shots of kids, which I do.
Customer Review: Unsupported on most mac internal drives
Unlike what is suggested in the features ---- this is not properly supported for mac machines!!! THIS IS MAINLY DOWN TO THE SIMPLE FACT THAT VIRTUALLY ALL MACS HAVE EITHER DRAWER OR SLOT LOADING CD DRIVES AND THE MINI CD FORMAT NEEDS TO BE SPINDLE LOADED - LOADING A MINI CD INTO A SLOT OR DRAWER LOADING DRIVE IS LIKELY TO DAMAGE THE DRIVE!!!! PS. this will also affect VIRTUALLY ALL Desktop PC Drives Having said that should be good for those with spindle loading cd drives new iBook and most PC laptops or those with external drives designed for laptops

Sony Cybershot DSCS40 4.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

The DSC-S40 Cybershot Digital Camera provides impressively big features at an amazingly small price. With its high quality 1/2.7-inch Super HAD(TM) CCD, 3X opticalzoom Carl Zeiss lens, and ultra-fast Real Imaging Processor, it captures consistently beautiful 4.1 Megapixel images every time. Store your photos natively on the 32MB of internal memory, or save them on up to 2GB Sony Memory Stick(R) Pro media. Preview your shots on the gorgeous 1.5" LCD monitor, then print on any printer with the PictBridge compatibility. Its compact design makes it easy to take with you wherever you go. Still Image Modes - Normal, Burst, Multi-Burst Flash Modes - Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, Slow Synchro Picture Effects - Sepia, Black&White ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400 Includes microphone and speaker USB port - supports USB 2.02 Saves onto Memory Stick(R) PRO - up to 2GB Lens construction - 7 Elements in 6 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Battery life - Up to 550 shots with NiMH (up to 110 shots with AA alkaline) Supplied software - Picture Package for Sony v1.6 (Win), Pixela ImageMixer VCD2 (Mac), USB Driver, Cyber-shot(R) Life tutorial (Win) Operating systems - Windows 98 to XP Pro, Mac OS 9.1 to OS X 10.3 Dimensions(WxHxD) - 3-9/10 x 2-1/16 x 1-5/14 (99 x 51.7 x 34.2 mm) Weight - 6 oz (184 g) with batteries, media&wrist strap Box Includes - DSC-S40 Digital Camera, USB cable, 2 AA alkaline batteries, wrist strap, software CD-ROM
Customer Review: Good Camera, Will Fail
This is a great camera when it functions, but like other customers have stated this camera has a major flaw. The "LCD White Death" and the "Main Power Flex" will likely occur if you have this camera. My camera worked for about a year and is still in mint condition and then all of a sudden it will not turn on. Sony will not provide any help. If this camera was reliable it would be a great camera, but unfortanutley there is too big of a risk it will fail you. Definitly consider other digital cameras.
Customer Review: Save your $$$
Lousy product. The camera drains brand new batteries with two days of regular use. The whole thing BROKE within a year. Sony couldn't figure out what was wrong with it when I sent it back to them under warranty. Save your time and money and buy something else.

Delkin Snug-It, Silicone Digital Camera Skin for the Sony Cyber-Shot W50, W55 & W70, White, with Neck & Wrist Straps

These attractive Delkin camera skins take protection far beyond the competition. Snug-Its incorporate a revolutionary new design feature. Intricate molding results in flexible silicone petals that protect the lens itself. Other skins only have a cutout to allow the lens to expand and retract - the exclusive Snug-It lens petals open and close over the lens as it moves in and out. No other camera skin offers protection this complete. Snug-It skins are custom molded, ensuring a perfect fit and full functionality for every camera model. All controls are molded into the skin, which makes usingthe camera simple. Need to change a battery, replace a memory card or hook up the camera to a computer? All standard camera functions are easily used without removing the skin.* Snug-It skins come with a plastic LCD cover to keep debris off and prevent scratches and fingerprints to the camera's screen. Cameras with touch screens are accommodated with a clever swing open design for the LCD cover, allowing easy access. A stylus is included to prevent fingerprints on the LCD. The high quality silicone is smooth, not tacky, and resists lint and debris far more than other camera skins. Smudges or any dirt that may be picked up are simply wiped off the skin. The premium silicone allows easy insertion of the camera into its specially molded Snug-It, and then into a pocket or bag. Snug-It skins are available in stylish black, white and pink and will be ava
Customer Review: Makes it easy to carry the camera in your purse
I like this "camera skin" a lot. I carry my digital camera in my purse, where it competes with a hairbrush and keys. The potential for damage is high, but the camera cases I saw at the store are big and bulky. This camera skin is not bulky at all. It does a nice job of protecting the camera, plus it makes it less slippery. The skin is white but it's transparent enough that you can still see that the camera itself is blue. The camera's buttons might be a teeny bit less easy to manipulate, but not enough to matter.
Customer Review: CAMERA SKIN
Delkin Snug-It, Silicone Digital Camera Skin for the Sony Cyber-Shot W50, W55 & W70, White, with Neck & Wrist StrapsThis product is awesome. Thankyou

Tamrac 5768 Velocity 8x Pro Photo Sling Bag (Black) + Cleaning Kit + Digital Photo & Video 57" Tripod - for Canon Digital Rebel XTi & EOS 30D, Nikon D40, D40x, D50, D70, D80, D100 & D200, Olympus Evol

Kit includes: 1) Tamrac 5768 Velocity 8x Photo Hip Pack/Bag (Black); 2) Cleaning Kit; 3) Tripod. ♦ The Velocity 8x Pro Sling Pack accommodates a pro digital or film SLR with a grip and an 8" zoom lens attached. Inside the main compartment, the camera with lens attached is suspended on two vertical, foam-padded dividers that are internally reinforced with rigid plastic. It can be carried comfortably like a backpack, but when swung around to the front, the secure zippered Quick Flip Top opens away from the body for fast and convenient access to camera gear. A well-padded sling strap comfortably distributes the weight, but need not be removed to quickly access photo equipment. A Tuck-A-Way waist belt allows the bag to be used comfortably during vigorous activities such as hiking or biking. The front pocket has organizer pockets inside to keep a mobile phone, PDA or photo accessories within easy reach. It also features Tamrac's US-patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up. A pocket inside the lid stores filters and lens caps. Customize this sling pack with Tamrac's Modular Accessory System components. ♦ The 6-Piece Cleaning Kit includes: a deluxe air blower; lens cleaning liquid; soft exterior cleaning cloth; blower brush; cotton swabs; and a booklet of lens cleaning tissues. ♦ The Digital Photo & Video Tripod extends up to 57" and collapses down to 22". Its quick-release camera plate allows switching from tripod-mounted to hand-held shooting in just seconds. The 3-Way Panhead pans, tilts and flips. ♦ Using a tripod can be a lot of fun because it lets you get in the picture for self-timer shots. A tripod becomes necessary when using a telephoto lens, or for doing macro-photography, or when you are shooting portraits and want to frame the photo just so, or for slower shutter speeds, or . . . whenever you want the sharpest photograph possible.
Customer Review: Exactly what I was looking for.
Durable, well padded and with plenty of space for my carry-around bag. The Velocity 7x might have worked also, but I was afraid that it would not fit my D80 with 70-300VR attached and a Tamron 17-50 on one side and my SB800 on the other. With this setup I can do 99% of my shooting without going to my shoulder bag in the car.

Sony MVC-FD83 Mavica 0.8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Using Sony's interpolated imaging technology the FD83 camera can realize a 17% increase in image size, delivering a 1 million pixel image (1216 x 912). Mavica FD83 provides high quality still images by reading all of the pixels on the imager (CCD) with a single pass. This one-time pass over the imager delivers clean edges and an overall sharper picture quality. The MVC-FD83 allows you to capture up to 60 seconds of video and audio right onto a standard 3.5" floppy disk. This is one of the fastest, easiest ways to get video and audio into your personal computer, for E-Mail, Web sites, or presentations, etc. MPEG Movie offers 2 settings: Presentation Mode, up to 15 sec. (320 x 240) and Video Mail Mode, up to 60 sec. (160 x 112).
Customer Review: A Great Camera
We bought this camera a couple of years ago and we are very pleased with it. It has a long zoom and can get clear, focused pictures of things yards away. It can take a minute of digital video with great picture quality. You do not need to worry about memory sticks or any special slots in your computer. You simply pop in a floppy disc, take tons of pictures and pop the disc in your computer. Instantly, you have great picture. Small and lightweight. Has great effects such as sepia, B&W, Negitive, and solorize. You can do all kinds of effects with your sixty seconds of movie. There is a flash and a giant backlit screen. You can do slideshows. Works seamlessly with any picture, movie making and writing program. I reccomend buying the Mavica camera. It was the original and first digital camera ever made.
Customer Review: Excellent experience.
I am a beginner at using digital cameras. Actually I know enough to be dangerous!! The Sony MVC-FD83 camera arrived exactly as described; excellent condition. I've found it very easy to use. I prefer the simplicity of using a floppy disc rather than the memory stick. Take the disc out of the camera and pop it into the computer and PRESTO - I've got GREAT pictures to print or email. No more picture developing costs! I contacted the seller by email before purchasing the camera. David answered all my questions promptly and in great detail. I HIGHLY recommend him. It was a pleasant shopping experience. Thank You Amazon.com and Thank You David.

Sony Cyber-shot DSCH50 9.1 MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot

9.1-megapixel effective recording * 15X optical zoom (2X digital/30X total zoom) * 3" color LCD screen tilts up for composing shots from difficult angles * electronic viewfinder * Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 31-465mm * top JPEG resolution: 3456 x 2592 * face detection focuses on faces in your frame and adjusts flash, exposure, and color for realistic portraits * smile recognition mode automatically activates the shutter when a smile is detected * scene recognition mode identifies 5 types of shooting environments and selects optimal camera settings *
Customer Review: cameraguru
2nd one i had,--great idea--,3" screen,tiltable,82/1 zoom with vga, batt life, remote control,response time, color, just could not get a real sharp pic 50% of the time
Customer Review: A versatile gadget
I'm quite fond of the Sony megazoom series of cameras, and I recently upgraded from a Sony DSC-H1 to DSC-H50. I was actually still quite happy with the H1, more than 3 years after buying it, but a couple of features on the H50 made me invest in the new model: * The camera can be operated through a remote control. In addition to self-portraits, this is good for leaving your camera somewhere on its own, pointing to a place you think an interesting animal, insect or something will appear, and then shoot. It's difficult to get close to animals and insects in person sometimes. * The camera has a screen on the back that can be tilted at various angles, making it good for taking photos from high above your head and conveniently also from ground level. I find this option often makes for creative photography! Just a quick note on the "smile detector". It works beyond belief! I'm not sure how useful it actually is, but it's amazing how quickly the camera responds when the smile appears. On the minus side, I would have preferred to be able to continue using normal AA batteries, like in the H1. While the proprietary Sony battery for this camera has impressive endurance, it is also expensive... Another negative, although it may be that I just haven't learnt to operate the camera properly yet, is that until now I find that my macro photos when I go EXTREMELY close actually turns out better/more detailed/cleaner on the H1 than with the H50. It's still good, though. I remain satisfied with the Sony megazoom cameras!

Sony DSC-S70 Cyber-shot 3.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

This Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S70 camera combines the benefits of digital photography, such as digital effects and immediate picture control and availability, with the familiar advantages of high-quality conventional still cameras. The traditional features include the low-distortion Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with 3x optical and 6x digital zoom, various exposure programs with priority assignment to either the aperture or shutter speed, built-in flash light and external flash light terminal, and the optical precision viewfinder. The Cyber-shot DSC-S70 can record not only digital photographs, but also short MPEG videos and is equipped with High-quality MPEG Movie mode, which considerably improves both picture and sound quality.
Customer Review: DSC-S70. Still at the top of its class
I have owned my Sony DSC-S70 for many years now. I bought it for just under $600 at the Sony store at Woodbury Commons, NY. It was marked B Stock on the box which indicated it was refurbished. At the time, they were very hard to find and it was regarded as the best available digital camera on the market. Since then, I have tried several different digital cameras but none come close to the accuracy of the color reproduction of the DSC-S70. This can be attributed to the superior optics designed by Carl Zeiss. The movie mode is great too although, your limited to 15 second clips. I have posted some pics here on Amazon. Take a look at the quality of the macro shots. It may not be the fastest or the most portable camera but it does take consistently good pics. It also takes RAW images which you will not find on most point and shoots out there today. In order to get this feature, you would have to step up to a DSLR. Enough jibber jabber. Check out the pics.
Customer Review: All-around great camera!
Easy-to-use, light-weight and always dependable, this great camera takes perfect pictures. So simple --- just click --- whether in bright sun or in low light (with or without flash), under almost any conditions. What a delight! Our Sony DSC-S70 has proven itself time and again, so --- even though we have two excellent Canon digital SLRs and all sorts of lenses --- we keep it with us virtually everywhere we go, both for backup shots and as our primary camera when we need a comfortable carry. It's a real winner!

Tamrac 5769 Velocity 9x Pro Photo Sling Bag (Black) + Cleaning Kit + Digital Photo & Video 57" Tripod - for Canon Digital Rebel XTi & EOS 30D, Nikon D40, D40x, D50, D70, D80, D100 & D200, Olympus Evol

Kit includes: 1) Tamrac 5769 Velocity 9x Photo Hip Pack/Bag (Black); 2) Cleaning Kit; 3) Tripod. diams; The Velocity 9x Pro Sling Pack holds a pro digital or film SLR with a grip and a 70-200mm zoom lens attached. Inside the main compartment, the camera with lens attached is suspended on two vertical, foam-padded dividers that are internally reinforced with rigid plastic. It can be carried comfortably like a backpack, but when swung around to the front, the secure zippered Quick Flip Top opens away from the body for fast and convenient access to camera gear. A well-padded sling strap comfortably distributes the weight, but need not be removed to quickly access photo equipment. A Tuck-A-Way waist belt allows the bag to be used comfortably during vigorous activities such as hiking or biking. The front pocket has organizer pockets inside to keep a mobile phone, PDA or photo accessories within easy reach. It also features Tamrac's US-patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up. A pocket inside the lid stores filters and lens caps. Customize this sling pack with Tamrac's Modular Accessory System components. ♦ The 6-Piece Cleaning Kit includes: a deluxe air blower; lens cleaning liquid; soft exterior cleaning cloth; blower brush; cotton swabs; and a booklet of lens cleaning tissues. ♦ The Digital Photo & Video Tripod extends up to 57" and collapses down to 22". Its quick-release camera plate allows switching from tripod-mounted to hand-held shooting in just seconds. The 3-Way Panhead pans, tilts and flips. ♦ Using a tripod can be a lot of fun because it lets you get in the picture for self-timer shots. A tripod becomes necessary when using a telephoto lens, or for doing macro-photography, or when you are shooting portraits and want to frame the photo just so, or for slower shutter speeds, or . . . whenever you want the sharpest photograph possible.
Customer Review: Great Kit!
The tripod is excellent and it even fits my Panasonic Video Camera! The cleaning kit has everything you need to clean a camera or video camera lens. The bag was great (I really like the "sling" style) but it was a little bigger than what I wanted. I emailed Cameta Camera and even though this was a kit, they allowed me to return just the bag for a credit. Great Customer Service!

Kodak Gear 60 Inch Photo/Video Tripod with Davis & Sanford Tripod Carrying Case for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony, Fuji, Olympus and Kodak Film & Digital Cameras

Kit includes: 1) Kodak Gear 60 Inch Photo/Video Tripod; 2) Davis & Sanford Tripod Carrying Case; >>> The Kodak Gear Mid-Size 60-inch Tripod features lightweight aluminum legs and a number of valuable features. Designed as an "all purpose" tripod for photo, digital, or video, this tripod features a smooth 3-way pan head, 2-way tilt, 90-degree Vertical Platform, a quick-release plate and quick-release adjustable legs. Completely extended, this tripod reaches 60-inches in height, and folds down to a mere 25 inches. It weighs only 3.25 pounds but easily supports up to 5 pounds of camera equipment. With the use of a tripod you can achieve greater performance and maintain image quality for cropping and larger picture sizes.>>> Main Reasons to use a Tripod: Get maximum image quality whether you are shooting stills or video.; Extremely Sharp pictures even at the shorter focal lengths and macro applications, never mind at the extreme telephoto settings where every little movement is magnified and reduces picture sharpness.; Avoid camera shake from handholding, and never worry about shooting at slower shutter speeds. >>> This Davis & Sanford Padded Tripod Bag is a made to protect and carry any tripod that can collapse to 34". The bag has a zip fastener and is carried an attached carry strap. The carry strap is adjustable so the bag can be carried by the hand or over the shoulder. This bag holds the tripod and protects it, especially the head, during transport. It also serves a double purpose by protecting you from the tripod's hard edges when carrying it by your side. The zipper extends half way down the length of the bag, but also fully opens the top end of the bag. The end opening allows for faster "quiver" style extraction and insertion of the tripod.
Customer Review: Very functional tripod
I bought this tripod for a friend. The price is very good, and the tripod is functional in every way... you can adjust for every angle, up/down, panning, and the quick release is great to remove camera quickly and put it back on the tripod just as quickly without screwing and unscrewing into the camera. I love the way the legs can be used unextended on a table surface or similar... and then they extend to make the tripod pretty tall. My friend is tall so that is a plus so he doesn't have to stoop down when using this item.

Sony Cybershot DSCW170/B 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Black)

10.1-megapixel effective recording * Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lens * 5X optical zoom (2X digital/10X total zoom) * 2-11/16" color LCD with anti-reflective coating * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 30-150mm * top JPEG resolution: 3648 x 2736 * Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization * high sensitivity mode (ISO 3200) for low-light shooting without flash *
Customer Review: Yes another sony
I bought this camera to replace my Canon SD700IS which i was never very happy with. I had a sony 7.1 megapixel before but it was stolen and i replaced it with the Cannon due to all of its "great" reviews. I never liked the dreary picture quality of the Cannon and i compared my old SD700 with my new Sony and OMG I finally have a camera that takes great colorful and vibrant pictures. The picture quality is remarkably better than the Cannon. Although i have yet to use many of the other features on the camera, i am extremely happy with the one feature that matters most and that is PICTURE QUALITY
Customer Review: Amazing - another great Sony!
This is the 6th Sony camera of camcorder that we've owned. My wife wanted a slim camera to carry in her purse for shots of the children at outings and such. We already own the Memory Stick media and NP-BG1 batteries and chargers so a Sony that uses these was our first choice. No one, NO ONE, else had the new DSC-W150 or W170s on discount other than Amazon when we bought ours. The Smile technology and child first choice are AMAZING. The quality of the pictures is terrific but the ease of point and shoot with presets or all auto is great for pull it out on the spur of the moment, turn it on (fast), point and shoot! The quality of the Very Fine movies is also really amazing. I know that its still 640x480 video but 30fps and the speed of the new Mark 2 cards makes this usable footage - its not the same as our Sony DVCs but its good enough and its with us ALL THE TIME! Wow. Great 5x optics, wider angle than the W150 (which is nice as many slim cameras make it hard to do photos of groups unless you are way back), and it uses the NP-BG1 and newer NP-FG1 battery packs so its compatible with our DSC-H7 and its support materials!!

Sony Cybershot DSC-T10 7.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Steady Shot Zoom (White)

The powerful and stylish Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera from Sony is perfect for holding on to life's unexpected moments. Its 7.2 Megapixel Super HAD(TM) CCD imager captures spectacular, true-to-life digital pictures. Plus, with an enhanced ISO 1000 rating, you can be sure to enjoy realistic images with impressive clarity and precise image reproduction. Sony's Dual Blur Free Technology, including Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization system, compensates for hand shake and jitter while shooting, helping to recreate a sharper digital image. Anti-reflective 2.5? Hybrid Clear Photo LCD Plus also offers the freedom to shoot from any angle without distortion or light interference. Capture more with optional Memory Stick(R) Duo media. Camera also has 56MB internal memory for out-of-the-box or emergency use. Choose from eleven Photo Modes, including ?Beach?, ?Landscape?, or ?High Sensitivity? for blur-free capturing of fast moving scenes. Experience the style and performance of Sony's Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera for your life and style. 56MB Internal Memory - If you forget to bring your Memory Stick(R) Duo media along, don't worry! Capture and store your images directly with the DSC-T10's internal memory though we strongly urge that a 1GB card is recommended for practical use Image Slideshow with Music 3x Optical Zoom (6x Precision Digital Zoom) Folded Path System; Smart Zoom (14x Shooting in VGA video mode) with Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens F3.5-4.3, 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) Real Imaging Processor Direct Slideshow Button MPEG Movie VX (Standard/ Fine) Multi-Point AF/Center-Weighted AF/Spot AF/ Single AF/Monitoring AF 16 - 9 Display Mode
Customer Review: DO NOT BUY!!!
I REPEAT!!!...do not buy this camera..or any other sony camera for that matter....Many people, including myself, have experienced a very simple but devastating problem with it. IT WILL NOT TURN ON. The battery is fully charged and nothing. I tested the battery in another camera and it worked fine so the problem is with the camera. And by the way, i find it kind of funny how everybody that i have spoken to who has this problem mentioned that it didn't happen until after the 1 year warranty had expired. Save yourself the heartache that you will experience in little over a year and stay away from Sony!!
Customer Review: Sony Cybershot
I love my camera! Of course I researched the item in consumer reports before purchasing and it lived up to it's name!

Sony Cybershot DSC-T10 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Steady Shot Zoom (Pink)

The powerful and stylish Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera from Sony is perfect for holding on to life's unexpected moments. Its 7.2 Megapixel Super HAD(TM) CCD imager captures spectacular, true-to-life digital pictures. Plus, with an enhanced ISO 1000 rating, you can be sure to enjoy realistic images with impressive clarity and precise image reproduction. Sony's Dual Blur Free Technology, including Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization system, compensates for hand shake and jitter while shooting, helping to recreate a sharper digital image. Anti-reflective 2.5? Hybrid Clear Photo LCD Plus also offers the freedom to shoot from any angle without distortion or light interference. Capture more with optional Memory Stick(R) Duo media. Camera also has 56MB internal memory for out-of-the-box or emergency use. Choose from eleven Photo Modes, including ?Beach?, ?Landscape?, or ?High Sensitivity? for blur-free capturing of fast moving scenes. Experience the style and performance of Sony's Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera for your life and style. 56MB Internal Memory - If you forget to bring your Memory Stick(R) Duo media along, don't worry! Capture and store your images directly with the DSC-T10's internal memory though we strongly urge that a 1GB card is recommended for practical use Image Slideshow with Music 3x Optical Zoom (6x Precision Digital Zoom) Folded Path System; Smart Zoom (14x Shooting in VGA video mode) with Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens F3.5-4.3, 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) Real Imaging Processor Direct Slideshow Button MPEG Movie VX (Standard/ Fine) Multi-Point AF/Center-Weighted AF/Spot AF/ Single AF/Monitoring AF 16 - 9 Display Mode
Customer Review: DO NOT BUY!!!
I REPEAT!!!...do not buy this camera..or any other sony camera for that matter....Many people, including myself, have experienced a very simple but devastating problem with it. IT WILL NOT TURN ON. The battery is fully charged and nothing. I tested the battery in another camera and it worked fine so the problem is with the camera. And by the way, i find it kind of funny how everybody that i have spoken to who has this problem mentioned that it didn't happen until after the 1 year warranty had expired. Save yourself the heartache that you will experience in little over a year and stay away from Sony!!
Customer Review: Sony Cybershot
I love my camera! Of course I researched the item in consumer reports before purchasing and it lived up to it's name!

Sony HVL-F56AM High-Power Digital Camera Flash for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera

Now you capture spectacular digital images with impressive flash coverage with Sony's HVL-F56AM Flash for Digital SLR Cameras. This outstanding flash synchronizes with all shutter speeds, recreating the scene with vivid detail no matter the lighting environment. From a clear and sunny day at the park to a dim scene at dusk, the HVL-F56AM Flash fills your subjects with the perfect amount of light. 4 AA Alkaline or NiMH batteries required Shooting Distance - 0.7 - 28m (F2) Guide Number - Worth 56 (at 85mm lens focal distance) Number of Flashes - More than 90 times (Alkaline battery) Lighting Angle - Approximately 45 degrees Vertical, 60 degrees Horizontal at 35mm lens focal distance Connector - Intelligent Accessory Shoe Bounce Angles - 90 degrees Upward, 10 degrees Downward, 90 degrees Right, 180 degrees Left Dimensions - Approximately Width 77.5 x Height 131 x Depth 99.5mm Weight - Approximately 470 grams Color - Black
Customer Review: Excellent Flash
I cannot for the life of me figure out how I got along so long without this flash! I photograph old bars and taverns and most of these places are very dark inside. Short of asking the owner or manager to turn on the lights, I have had to painstakingly take the pictures in the dark and hope to lighten them up later. With this flash, you have nothing to worry about. You can control the length of the flash and there are so many other great features, it's hard not to recommend this flash. It comes with a manual and a stand so you can use it with a remote, but it is practically user friendly. Getting aquanted with it took no time at all and the manual is great for just in case I need the help, it is easy to figure out on your own. No brainer, if you need a flash for your Sony DSLR Camera, this is definately the one.
Customer Review: works with minolta 5D
I own a Minolta 5D camera with a Tamron 28-300mm lens and developed a need for a flash. I heard this flash would work so I tried it. it works flawlessly, I can adjust the angle to bounce light off ceilings for perfect pictures. The unit has good flash distance for the zoom lens and does work wirelessly or remotely. I am still playing with the bouncing of light off walls as this flash head swivels both left and right.

Sony Cybershot DSC-T10 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Steady Shot Zoom (Black)

The powerful and stylish Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera from Sony is perfect for holding on to life's unexpected moments. Its 7.2 Megapixel Super HAD(TM) CCD imager captures spectacular, true-to-life digital pictures. Plus, with an enhanced ISO 1000 rating, you can be sure to enjoy realistic images with impressive clarity and precise image reproduction. Sony's Dual Blur Free Technology, including Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization system, compensates for hand shake and jitter while shooting, helping to recreate a sharper digital image. Anti-reflective 2.5? Hybrid Clear Photo LCD Plus also offers the freedom to shoot from any angle without distortion or light interference. Capture more with optional Memory Stick(R) Duo media. Camera also has 56MB internal memory for out-of-the-box or emergency use. Choose from eleven Photo Modes, including ?Beach?, ?Landscape?, or ?High Sensitivity? for blur-free capturing of fast moving scenes. Experience the style and performance of Sony's Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T10 digital camera for your life and style. 56MB Internal Memory - If you forget to bring your Memory Stick(R) Duo media along, don't worry! Capture and store your images directly with the DSC-T10's internal memory though we strongly urge that a 1GB card is recommended for practical use Image Slideshow with Music 3x Optical Zoom (6x Precision Digital Zoom) Folded Path System; Smart Zoom (14x Shooting in VGA video mode) with Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens F3.5-4.3, 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) Real Imaging Processor Direct Slideshow Button MPEG Movie VX (Standard/ Fine) Multi-Point AF/Center-Weighted AF/Spot AF/ Single AF/Monitoring AF 16 - 9 Display Mode
Customer Review: DO NOT BUY!!!
I REPEAT!!!...do not buy this camera..or any other sony camera for that matter....Many people, including myself, have experienced a very simple but devastating problem with it. IT WILL NOT TURN ON. The battery is fully charged and nothing. I tested the battery in another camera and it worked fine so the problem is with the camera. And by the way, i find it kind of funny how everybody that i have spoken to who has this problem mentioned that it didn't happen until after the 1 year warranty had expired. Save yourself the heartache that you will experience in little over a year and stay away from Sony!!
Customer Review: Sony Cybershot
I love my camera! Of course I researched the item in consumer reports before purchasing and it lived up to it's name!

Sony Cybershot S650 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

The DSC-S650 camera features 7.2-megapixel imager and shines in classic silver. It also houses a two-inch LCD screen wrapped in a metal body. This model features 3x optical zoom capability, blur-reduction technology (ISO), and substantial internal memory for shooting without a media card. Its storage capacity can be expanded further with optional media card.
Customer Review: For what it is
Simple and easy to use. Decent exposure. Zoom quality is poor but expected at this price point. You will need to buy a card to store your photos as the internal 16MB memory won't get you very far. This is no Leica quality camera or lens but it does a very decent job considering the price.
Customer Review: Good for Beginner, Photo Quality Poor
Bought one of these at a good price, but the price is not good enough to keep it. Upgrading from an older Kodak C730 3.1MP, I was very disappointed. The picture quality is just simply awful. I took much better quality pictures with my older camera. The turnout is grainy in most situations (every now and then you get lucky with a good one) and the color seems to be very dull. Software enhancement didn't help much either. I tried playing with all the settings, but it didn't seem to help. Besides, I never had to adjust anything on the Kodak, Auto seemed to work just fine. I think this is a camera that somebody who has never owned a digital camera would enjoy, or maybe someone who is upgrading from one of those cheap off brand cameras you see in stores for under $50. But if you've ever used a decent quality digital camera, look elsewhere. I was very surprised that Sony would let a product with such low quality out into the market. Learned something new. This is my first Sony still camera, and probably will be my last. I was willing to live without the view finder because the style of the camera made it easy to use without one. It's a very attractive camera, small and sleek. Too bad it doesn't operate as well as it looks. Think I'm gonna look at a Canon PowerShot A590IS next, I've heard good things about them. Besides, I have a lot of SD cards laying around, didn't feel like spending the extra money on a proprietary memory card that Sony is cashing in on (MemoryStick).

Cameta Digital Slave Flash + Sunpak Grip + Case + Accessory Kit for Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-G1, H10, H3, H50, H7, H9, S650, S700, S730, S750, S780, T100, T2, T20, T200, T300, T70, W120, W130, W150, W170,

The Cameta 2800 Flash has two automatic power settings, a correct exposure verification indicator, a bounce head adjustable up to 90-degrees for soft lighting effects, and energy-saving thyristor circuitry for faster recycling and longer battery life. While most camera's built-in flash units are only effective from a distance of 8 to 12 feet, the Cameta 2800 Flash gives you the freedom to be more than four times farther away. With this much additional flash power, it's almost like having a bolt of lightning at your command. ♦ The Sunpak Digital Slave Grip has a comfortable contoured hand-grip with quick-release camera platform and enables the use of the Cameta 2800 Flash as a wireless remote "slave" to complement your camera's built-in flash. The Digital Slave Grip can even be used off-camera with the 2800 Flash as a remote slave for more professional and creative lighting effects. ♦ The built-in flashes of most digital cameras emit a "pre-flash" and/or a "red-eye" pulse that fires before the shutter opens, followed by an additional flash pulse which actually lights your picture. This "pre-flash" or "red-eye" pulse confuses other non-digital flash and slave units, causing them to go off at the wrong time, rendering them useless for your digital camera. But the advanced pulse-counting digital circuitry of the Sunpak Digital Slave Grip is not fooled by the "pre-flash." Five LED-indicated pulse-counting and delay-variations are incorporated into the Digital Slave Grip allowing it to ignore "pre-flashes" and fire the powerful 2800 Flash at the precise moment your camera requires. Set it up with your camera's built-in flash just once — using our included easy-to-follow step-by-step directions — and you are all set for noticeably better flash pictures from that moment on. The Cameta 2800 Flash and Digital Slave Grip require a total of 8 - AA batteries — which are included in this kit, along with a padded case, NiMH Charger, and Cleaning Kit.
Customer Review: A MUST HAVE ITEM FOR YOUR CAMERA
The Cameta High Power 2800 Flash makes a world of difference with your picture quality. Lighting is everything, with pictures. Easy to use. Very affortable. Excellent quality.
Customer Review: Must have equipment for professional photography
Very easy to install but need practice to control too much light (bounce etc.) This is best way in order to get rid of ugly side shadows of internal flash. Plastic used in flash is little bit cheap, but working is good. Flash ready time is also very short.

Lensbaby 3G Minolta Maxxum/Sony Alpha Mount SLR Camera Lens (LB3GM)

The Lensbaby 3G SLR lens for Minolta and Sony SLR Cameras combines an old-fashioned bellows camera with an up-tight tilt-shift lens, and the 3G allows photographers to lock the Lensbaby in a desired bent position simply by pressing a button. Then, using a traditional barrel focus mechanism, you can do fine focusing and precisely place the sweet spot of sharp focus before pressing the shutter release. Lensbaby selective focus SLR camera lenses take photos with one area in sharp focus, with that sweet spot surrounded by graduated blur. You can move the sweet spot of sharp focus anywhere in the photo by bending the flexible lens tubing.

The Lensbaby 3G features the same low dispersion, high refractive index, multi-coated optical glass doublet and the same flexible tubing as Lensbaby 2.0, but adds three focusing rails that emerge from the camera mount and pass through the focusing collar. A trigger button on the focusing collar releases three pins that engage the focusing rails and lock Lensbaby 3G in a bent position. Once Lensbaby 3G is locked into place, additional fine focus can be achieved by turning the barrel focusing ring, which moves the optic in and out like a normal manual focus lens. Also, in the locked position, you can make small adjustments to the placement of the sweet spot of focus by turning any combination of the three focusing rails.

While the Lensbaby 2.0 is a good choice for fluid, photojournalistic shots, the Lensbaby 3G plays well with pros who require precise focusing, complete control, and repeatability. Other features include:

• Focal length: About 50mm
• Minimum focus: 12 inches
• Apertures: f2, f2.8, f4, f5.6, f8, f11, f16, f22
• Aperture type: Interchangeable levitating aperture disks
• Automatic light metering is possible by shooting in aperture priority mode for almost all digital and film SLR camera bodies

What's in the Box
Lensbaby 3G Selective Focus SLR Lens, metal lens cap, aperture discs, disc removal tool
Customer Review: Very cool...
This lens totally rocks and is very easy to use. Just read the instructions on how to line up the shot and then cock the shutter and you have one really cool picture. Highly recommend purchasing this baby!
Customer Review: Les Baby
Very nice lens. Going to take practice but I can tell onceI get the hang of it going to be some awesome portraits.

Sony DSC-P5 Cyber-shot 3MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

With the Cyber-shot DSC-P5 digital camera, you're not just getting a sleek little camera in an expertly-designed compact case - you're getting a 3.3 megapixel CCD (3.2 MP effective), 3X optical/6X precision digital zoom, and a host of easy-to-use features that give you the power to take pictures like a pro. Weighing in at lass than 8 ounces and measuring just a hair over 4"x2"x1", you can keep the DSC-P5 in your pocket and never miss the opportunity to capture a moment you never want to forget!
Customer Review: Pretty good for an old timer
I recieved this camera from a friend not a while ago for free. After reading the reviews, i was surprised at how old this camera was! 2002 was 3 years ago! And yet, this camera does a good job. 3.2 mpx is nothing, compared to the average now (around 4-5 mpx standard) but i must say this camera is good. For a 3.2 megapixle, this camera has very fine pictures. It is well worth it and does not lag as my old camera did. The negative effect of the camera is that after a while (3 years .. :P) the battery was worn out. It barely works for 10 seconds at a time before it says it needs a recharge. Other than that, the camera is good. I like it. But for the 2005-ers, there are much better cameras out there for cheaper prices. And more thin ones. For 2002, this is a very good camera.
Customer Review: Excellent camera for beginners
I purchased this camera about a year and a half ago on eBay, I paid about $220 for it ($160 for the camera, and the rest was on the battery, charger and memory stick). It's a very nice design, with a large screen and a solid feel, and not at all too large. The picture quality was fantastic, I had no complaints. However, I had to give the camera up to my mother because the low-light pictures were AWFUL. The night I bought it, I took the camera to a minor-league wrestling show, and we compared the photos to my friend's four-year-old Olympus camera. The difference was striking- his photos came out much better, mine were either too dark, or terrifically blurry (those were in night mode). Again, if you are going to be taking photos in the light, for a party or outdoors in the daytime, you will love this camera. In the dark? Stay away!

YY Trade Inc H420A524 Vandal Armor Infrared - 1/3" Sony Superhad Color CCD DSP 420 Lines High Resolution Mini Dome Camera 4.3mm Lens with Aluminum Box

It utilizes a 1/3" Sony SUPER-HAD CCD with a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) that offers crisp, clear, state of the art imaging, a built-in Auto Electronic Shutter with Internal IRIS. It automatically adjusts to light changes. 4.3mm wide angle lens offer you a large range of view. Very discreet and perfect for applications where cameras need to be less noticeable. Smart Light Control (Dynamic adjustment for clear and accurate Image): Clear and Sharp Image Without Over-exposure: Compared with conventional IR cameras to use CDS sensor only for controlling IR light, IRpro series products use both "CDS" and Image Comparison" method to judge whether IR LEDs should be activated for light compensation. Longer IR LED Life: Because of the effective control of IR LEDs and exclusive MCU design, the IR LED life is greatly extended and reduces the cost for using this camera. It comes fully assembled, pre-wired and pre-focused for easy installation. All brand new in box. Note: This camera not made by SONY, it using SONY Super HAD CCD image sensor and SONY DSP technology, made by one of the world largest OEM manufacture. Power supply and cable are sold separately.
Customer Review: IR Dome Camera
This is a very nice little camera and I feel it is a great value if you are looking for a color, dome style, camera with a 3.6mm lens (aprox.90 degree field of view)that can see at night. The 420 TV lines beat the 380 TV lines any day. The aluminum housing seems very well made and appears to be anodized. The camera has very good night vision compared to the outdoor IR camera that came with my system. The IR camera that came with my system could not see more than 10 feet at night even with the outdoor lights on. Now at night I can see just about everything with no lights on. The camera was a little hard to aim due to the rubber O ring on which the camera ball rotates. The camera ball wanted to stick to the O ring. A little moisture seemed to resolve the sticking issue. The tiny set screws used to attach the ball bezel to the base were a little hard to get at. Be prepared for the BNC connector from the camera video to the field wiring. Power is by a standard 5.5mm X 2.1mm circular socket. The included instructions wern't very informative. I have another cmera coming to replace one inside the house.

Opteka 500mm f/8 Telephoto Mirror Lens Sony Alpha DSLR A700, A350, A300, A200, A100 SLR Digital Camera

The Opteka mirror lens is incredibly compact and lightweight. Using an advanced reflex design, this is a mirror lens that is ideally suited for wildlife and sports photography. It has a fixed aperture of f8. It comes complete with a soft pouch and three (3) rear mounted, 30.5mm filters, (ND-2X, ND-4X & Skylight). Opteka mirror lenses incorporates advanced computer designed optics and the latest in multi-coating techniques.á The process of multi-coating assures virtually flare free photographs even under adverse lighting conditions resulting in crisp high contrast pictures with full color fidelity.
Customer Review: the skinny on the opteka 500mm
I have this lens and use it on my a100. since its a fixed mirror lens you have to set the camera so it doesnt lens detect. Its an f8 lens if its more than just a few feet away it will be in focus. (focus is adjustable) Also mirror lenses, just like telescopes give you very flat images..No depth of field. But even very expensive lenses aren't much better. So this really isn't the lens for a professional or serious nature photographer but if you need a 500mm lens ocassionally this isn't as bad as all that. This lens is not blurry if you use a tripod or, a monopod in good lighting situations. I doubt anyone can handhold an 500mm f8 lens without any motion blur. If anyone thinks they are going to get the quality from a $75.00 lens as you would a $3500 Prime lens then you're delusional Even a $400 500mm lens will only give at best just acceptable results not much better if at all to this cheap opteka. I have used this lens about 5x in the last 2 years and have gotten very good results. If you have the Sony A-series set to VIVID it will give you good color, If not you can always boost it with any photo editing program. Ive been a professional photographer for 22 years and I know a thing or two about cameras and lenses. If you use this lens properly it will handle your Basic needs adequately. Also the best thing about the lens is that its compact and cheap. If you drop it your not actually going to loose your mind if it breaks.
Customer Review: :(
A very poor choice for a lens. Would not recommend this lens unless it comes with a generous return policy. Lens is not sharp & has very poor contrast.

Sony Cybershot DSCT33 5.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Docking Station)

You can be sure of a perfect picture with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 series. Though amazingly slim (about the size of a pack of cards) it's packed with features to make life easier for both basic and advanced users. With a 5.1 effective Megapixel CCD and the special Sony Real Imaging Processor providing the quality control, your colors will be richer, the detail finer and your resulting prints larger than ever. It's easier to shoot photos as well. The monitor on the back is comprised of a very substantial 2.5-inch Hybrid LCD with Clear Photo technology, which means that you can view your subject, frame your shot or review your pictures on a clear, bright screen - even in strong the sunlight.
Customer Review: It's Amazing That Such a Little Camera Can Do So Much!
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RN50XPK2J6U6O My friend bought this camera about three years ago. I have another camera, but I am constantly borrowing his Sony Cybershot instead of using mine. It took us a while to start using the video feature, but we love it. We like the flash feature, which works well for inside pictures and to fill in outside in the sunlight. The red eye reduction feature is helpful. The view screen is large enough to enjoy. We love the compact size. My friend wishes he could get a better view than 3X telephoto in the video mode. He is very satisfied with his camera and enjoys it when he gets an opportunity to use it. Obviously, I like it too. Here is a sample video.
Customer Review: Great product...
I had this camera for about three years. I have taken it to four continents and about 20 plus countries. it with stood being slammed around and banged up all up and down central america and china and Europe. It takes great pictures and is extremely easy to use. I would recommend it for anyone traveling or that wants a nice and easy camera. the only bad part about it is that it doesnt have a very fast film option so that night pictures are not that good if you get out of the range of the flash. I finally managed to break the screen and it is cheaper to get another camera than to replace the screen.

Sony Cybershot DSCN1 8.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Sony's DSC-N1 opens a new world of shooting and sharing, with 8.1 megapixel performance and internal memory that holds up to 500 VGA images for pocket album viewing anywhere, anytime. A huge 3.0" LCD Monitor with Clear Photo LCD Plus technology provides touch-screen convenience for controlling camera functions and searching thumbnail images -- and Free Spot AF lets you focus on a subject by just touching it on screen. Also features Slide Show capability, Carl Zeiss 3X Optical/6X Digital zoom, 26 MB internal memory for capturing images in-camera, and high-stamina Lithium Ion rechargeable battery. A built-in Memory Stick(R) Duo card slot lets you add additional memory for more practical image storage (J&R advises buying an optional card of 256MB or 512MB). In addition to normal autofocus mode, the DSC-N1 lets you focus on a subject by just touching it on your LCD monitor -- a fast and simple way to adjust focus for complex scenes or moving subjects. A high-stamina NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery lets the DSC-N1 shoot up to 300 images, giving you plenty of power when traveling or shooting on location Buy optional UC-TNA Cyber-shot(R) Station cradle - Provides USB connector for PC hookup and TV connector for viewing images on large screens -- so when your DSC-N1 comes home, hookup can be quick and simple Full PictBridge compatibility Unit Dimensions (WHD) - 3 13/16? x 2 3/8? x 7/8? (96.7 x 61.1 x 22.7mm) / Weight - 5.5 oz (151 g) body; 6.8 oz. (185 g) including battery and Memory Stick(R) media
Customer Review: Great Camera, except for when its in the mail.
I've had this camera for about 2 years. paid $450 for it new at best buy. Cool features, touch screen, ability to draw funny faces....It also takes great pics. I've had a few cameras and cant help but update every year or so. Normally i won't hesitate to give and old camera away but luckily i kept my last one. My DSCN1 has gone home to Sony twice. And is now broke for the third time. Not broke from misuse just broke, The first 2 times it was under warranty, but now they want $200 to fix it? I think I'll move on. The EN V line from samsung looks good.
Customer Review: Textbook Perfect
Owned for just over a year. It simply is a Sony and there isn't much more to say. Outstanding in options, screen size, touch features, slide show, quality and basically in every way. Still a league ahead of all competition.

Sony Cybershot DSC-T9 6MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

About the size of a credit card, the amazing 6.0 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T9 combines Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization, high ISO sensitivity and Clear RAW Noise Reduction to give you bright, beautiful indoor shots that preserve the mood of your memories. An extra-large 2.5 LCD screen lets you share entertaining Slide Shows with music background. You'll also have precision Carl Zeiss 3X Optical/2X Digital zoom lens, 58 MB Internal Memory, high-stamina InfoLithium battery for to 240shots, and optional Cyber-shot Station cradle for quick hookup to PC, TV, AC power.
Customer Review: Nice Camera, but breaks easily
This was a nice camara until it reached 2 years of use. An error message came up, focus seems broke down. Camara was not dropped or anything. I searched online, and found a lot people having same problem, some saying by hitting the side of it might get rid of the error message, but it didn't work for me. Don't buy if you looking for something that you can use for a longer time period.
Customer Review: Don't Do It!
I have had this camera for a year an a half. In that time it has taken many photos for me, most of them good, the rest blurry or overexposed. (blurry even when using the stabilizer. It's a big problem). My main problem with this quarrel is that about a year ago, a little bump caused some screws to come out of the camera and then the casing actually began to separate. Now, Sony took it back under warranty, fixed it, and returned it. A couple months later, a couple other screws went missing for no apparent reason. Again, sent back, returned fixed. Now, it's started doing this really annoying vibrating thing sometimes when I'm trying to take photos, which causes them to come out very, very blurry. I have no idea why it does this, and am currently shopping for a new camera. I heard the newer Cybershots are better, but am cautious to buy Sony again because this experience was so bad. I shouldn't need to buy a new camera after having this one for less than a year and a half, even less when considering it spent about two months of that being repaired. Oh, another thing, the flipdoor will come open in your pocket or purse, and waste battery. Luckily, the battery life is good, but it's still irritating and can't be good for the camera. Don't do it, find another camera.

Cameta Digital Slave Flash + Sunpak Grip Kit for Nikon Coolpix, Canon PowerShot, Panasonic Lumix, Fuji FinePix, Kodak EasyShare, Pentax Optio, Samsung, GE, Casio Exilim, Sony Cyber-Shot and Olympus St

Kit includes: 1) Cameta 2800 Automatic Electronic Flash; 2) Sunpak Digital Camera Slave Grip. ♦ The Cameta 2800 Flash has two automatic power settings, a correct exposure verification indicator, a bounce head adjustable up to 90-degrees for soft lighting effects, and energy-saving thyristor circuitry for faster recycling and longer battery life. While most camera's built-in flash units are only effective from a distance of 8 to 12 feet, the Cameta 2800 Flash gives you the freedom to be more than four times farther away. With this much additional flash power, it's almost like having a bolt of lightning at your command. ♦ The Sunpak Digital Slave Grip has a comfortable contoured hand-grip with quick-release camera platform and enables the use of the Cameta 2800 Flash as a wireless remote "slave" to complement your camera's built-in flash. The Digital Slave Grip can even be used off-camera with the 2800 Flash as a remote slave for more professional and creative lighting effects. ♦ The built-in flashes of most digital cameras emit a "pre-flash" and/or a "red-eye" pulse that fires before the shutter opens, followed by an additional flash pulse which actually lights your picture. This "pre-flash" or "red-eye" pulse confuses other non-digital flash and slave units, causing them to go off at the wrong time, rendering them useless for your digital camera. But the advanced pulse-counting digital circuitry of the Sunpak Digital Slave Grip is not fooled by the "pre-flash." Five LED-indicated pulse-counting and delay-variations are incorporated into the Digital Slave Grip allowing it to ignore "pre-flashes" and fire the powerful 2800 Flash at the precise moment your camera requires. Set it up with your camera's built-in flash just once — using our included easy-to-follow step-by-step directions — and you are all set for noticeably better flash pictures from that moment on. ♦ Requires a total of 8 AA batteries, available separately.
Customer Review: Useful Flash
I bought this to use as a slave flash for a Fuji s6500fd. It works good with this camera - if you make test shots prior to using to get the flash and camera settings right. It is plenty bright for large rooms. I also used on an Olympus E510. It will fire on from the hotshoe, but not TTL. So far I am pleased.
Customer Review: Far reaching flash
Needed a cheap flash and this fit. Very cheap, plastic housing, but very far reaching flash. Worked great with external connection. Tried the sync flash, a little set-up needed, but not too much. Worked well also. Recommended for the budget minded.

Joby GP3-01EN Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Flexible Tripod + SLIK Compact Ball Head + Cameta DSLR-01 Camera Care Package - for Digital SLR Cameras with Zoom Lens (3.5lb max) - including Canon Digital Rebel XTi

Kit includes:
♦ 1) Joby GP3 SLR Camera Gorillapod
♦ 2) SLIK Compact Ball Head
♦ 3) Cameta Incognito Deluxe Gadget Bag
♦ 4) Image Recall Digital Image Recovery Software
♦ 5) Universal LCD Monitor Screen Protectors
♦ 6) Memory Card Wallet
♦ 7) Precision Design 6-Piece Deluxe Cleaning Kit
♦ 8) Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

The Joby GP3 SLR Camera Gorillapod firmly secures your Digital or Film SLR Camera with Zoom Lens weighing up to 6.6 pounds (3 kg) to just about anything, anywhere and everywhere. Unlike traditional tripods, it doesn't require an elevated flat surface for you to take the perfect shot. The Gorillapod is much more than just a tripod — you can wrap the three flexible, segmented legs securely to a nearby tree branch, fence, park bench, or anything else that's convenient. Besides allowing you to shoot sharp pictures at slower shutter speeds, it also lets everyone get into the picture for self-timer shots.

The SLIK Compact Ball Head can hold an impressive 3.5 lbs. and allows you to adjust your camera's postion to get just the angle you need for the shot you want.

The Cameta Incognito Deluxe Gadget Bag is constructed of durable Pro-Nylon™. It will discreetly hold and protect your Digital SLR camera with zoom lens attached, plus 3 extra lenses, flash, and accessories.

The Digital Image Recovery Software helps recover deleted or damaged images and works with most memory cards.

The Precision Design 6-Piece Deluxe Cleaning Kit includes what you need to keep your equipment sparkling clean: Hurricane Air Blower; Cleaning Brush; Lens Cleaning Cloth; Lens Tissue; Lens Cleaning Liquid; and Cotton Swabs.

This value-packed Joby GP3 SLR Camera Gorillapod with SLIK Ball Head plus accessories Kit makes a great companion for your Digital SLR Camera.

Customer Review: Just Perfect
I bought this as a gift. Wasn't sure that the recipient would use a tripod with her new camera. Turns out this was the perfect answer! She is not a photog professional - just someone who likes to try to get the best shot. This has helped out in many situations especially outside. Easy to carry, not heavy and is very pratical. Have had it used with both a normal digital camera (a small sony) and a larger digital SLR camera (Nikon) and both worked very well!

Sony MVCFD100 FD Mavica 1.2MP Digital Still Camera w/ 3x OPtical Zoom

Choice is good. And with Sony's MVC-FD100, you're able to choose between the simplicity of storing your images to an economical floppy disk or convenient Memory Stick Media. Or, copy images from your Memory Stick Media to a floppy disk and share your memories on the spot! Dual media functionality is built right into the body of this powerful, megapixel camera. Other great features include 12-bit DXP analog/digital conversion, multiple image and video modes, MPEG movie function, high-speed auto focus, and an intelligent flash with red-eye reduction.
Customer Review: Dark Pictures
I don't know if three is an accurate rating but almost all of my indoor pictures are dark. I have to be three feet or less to get a good picture. Are all cameras like this? Otherwise I am completely satisfied with the camera LJM
Customer Review: Sony Mavica Floppy Disk 100
I have purchased this particular camera due to its ability to record images to the floppy disk. I traveled across the country by bicycle and uploaded pictures from public libraries along the way, where computers would not allow to install software and have USB port, but always had available floppy drives. This worked very well! The camera showed amazing performance in representing the colors in its pictures. Focus was always good, images were clear and beautiful. Macro mode worked extremely well. Camera is reliable and battery life is superb. With 1.3 Mega Pixels, images are perfect for computer use or make print outs of standard size. Shutter delay makes it difficult to shot moving objects unless you are used to guessing the right moment. Sensitivity in dark conditions was very low, on automatic mode at least. I don't know if adjusting white balance or exposure compensation would improve the sensitivity. I always found automatically taken pictures to be of best quality. If there is a need to use the MAJOR feature of the Sony MVC FD 100 function - floppy drive, then this is the excellent choice. FD 200 that replaced 100 in 2003 offers 2.0 Mega Pixels Matrix with identical features. Here are few sample pictures taken with this camera: http://www.angelfire.com/linux/mikhail4/travel8/flower_after_rain_macro.jpg http://www.angelfire.com/linux/mikhail4/travel8/sunset_on_trans_canada.jpg http://www.angelfire.com/linux/mikhail5/travel11/nice_mushroom.jpg http://www.geocities.com/pont331/clouds_ahead.jpg All in all, this camera provided exceptional service and I recommend it to anyone that needs to use its ability to save images on floppy disks.

Opteka 74mm High Definition² Circular Polarizing + UV (0) Ultra Violet Haze Multi-Coated Glass Filter Kit for Sony DSC-H7, DSC-H9, & DSC-H50 Digital Camera

Advances in high-index / low-dispersion optical glasses, new barrel materials, and exotic anti-reflection coatings, along with the latest in computer-aided-design / computer-aided-manufacturing, are combined to produce filters of unprecedented quality. Nothing changes the way you see the world like High Definition², and no company does High Definition² like Opteka. Opteka High Definition² Multi-Coated Circular Polarizing Filters create dramatic color for high visual impact. They darken blue skies, saturate colors, and reduce glare and reflections from water or glass by using an Opteka rotating polarizer. Simply look through your viewfinder as you rotate the filter and stop when you reach the desired effect. Ideal for shooting in bright sun, at beaches, snow, etc. The Opteka HD² Multi-Coated UV (0) Ultraviolet Haze Filter filter blocks the invisible UV rays which can cause a loss of sharpness. The use of the filter is particularly recommended for work in the mountains, at the ocean, and in areas with very clear air. The contrasts are heightened, and distorting fog is avoided, as this filter cuts haze for sharper black and white prints and corrects the blues and violets in color prints. The filter glass is colorless, and hence no increase in the exposure time is required. This type of filter is also eminently suitable as protection for the front lens, and because of its color-neutral properties it can remain on the camera lens permanently. A scratched front lens element can not be repaired; and replacement is costly. Exchanging a damaged UV filter for a new one is more economical than the purchase of a new lens. Multi-coating can prevent light reflection, ghost light, internal reflection etc, making image clearer and sharper. It can dramatically improve image quality. In the professional setting, Opteka's glass optics define High Definition. Change the way you view the world. Enjoy outstanding detail, enjoy enhanced clarity, enjoy Opteka.
Customer Review: Poor Choice
I purchased this product several weeks ago. I have use both lense filters several times. I have put them in the trash box. I could not take a usable photo while using either of the lenses. The Circular Polarizer filter blurs my shots terribly and the UV filter enough to notice. I tried them on a D50 that takes great sharp photos without them. I couldn't believe they could be this poor so I tested the camera with and without the filters, on a tripod using only the remote, landscape, scenery and zoom. Great pictures without the lens filters, trash pictures with them attached I would not recommend these filters they are very poor quality.

Sony Cybershot DSCW170/R 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Red)

The Sony DSC-W170 matches point-and-shoot ease-of-use with advanced features to pack a powerful punch. The sophisticated, compact body features an enviable 10.1 megapixel resolution, Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens, and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution for crisp, clear images. For easy viewing and sharing, the large 2.7" LCD displays your shots in vibrant color. In addition, Face Detection technology, Smile Shutter, and Intelligent Scene Recognition elicit stunning detail from special moments.
Customer Review: Yes another sony
I bought this camera to replace my Canon SD700IS which i was never very happy with. I had a sony 7.1 megapixel before but it was stolen and i replaced it with the Cannon due to all of its "great" reviews. I never liked the dreary picture quality of the Cannon and i compared my old SD700 with my new Sony and OMG I finally have a camera that takes great colorful and vibrant pictures. The picture quality is remarkably better than the Cannon. Although i have yet to use many of the other features on the camera, i am extremely happy with the one feature that matters most and that is PICTURE QUALITY
Customer Review: Amazing - another great Sony!
This is the 6th Sony camera of camcorder that we've owned. My wife wanted a slim camera to carry in her purse for shots of the children at outings and such. We already own the Memory Stick media and NP-BG1 batteries and chargers so a Sony that uses these was our first choice. No one, NO ONE, else had the new DSC-W150 or W170s on discount other than Amazon when we bought ours. The Smile technology and child first choice are AMAZING. The quality of the pictures is terrific but the ease of point and shoot with presets or all auto is great for pull it out on the spur of the moment, turn it on (fast), point and shoot! The quality of the Very Fine movies is also really amazing. I know that its still 640x480 video but 30fps and the speed of the new Mark 2 cards makes this usable footage - its not the same as our Sony DVCs but its good enough and its with us ALL THE TIME! Wow. Great 5x optics, wider angle than the W150 (which is nice as many slim cameras make it hard to do photos of groups unless you are way back), and it uses the NP-BG1 and newer NP-FG1 battery packs so its compatible with our DSC-H7 and its support materials!!

Sony LCS-TWA/T Portfolio Style Soft Leather Brown Carrying Case for W and T Series Cyber-shot Cameras

High-quality red genuine leather case

Magnetic clasp for easy opening and closing

General Information
Manufacturer	Sony Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number	LCS-TWA
Manufacturer Website Address	www.sony.com
Product Name	Genuine leather Carrying Case
Physical Characteristics
Color	Red
Exterior Material	Leather
Dimensions	2.83" Height x 3.86" Width x 1.22" Depth - Approximate
Weight	2.47 oz Approximate
Miscellaneous
Compatibility	Sony - Cyber-shot DSC-T100 DSC-T20HDPR DSC-T20 DSC-W90 DSC-W80 DSC-W55 DSC-W35

Customer Review: It'll do.
Sony LCS-TWA/T Portfolio Style Soft Leather Brown Carrying Case for W and T Series Cyber-shot Cameras Sure is nice feel/look. Bought a bigger cloth one for any accessories too. Sony LCS-CST General Purpose Soft Carrying Case for Slim Cybershot Digital Cameras. Took the leather one dancing, hid well on my belt underneath my shirt. Quick draw allowed me to take some videos with my T-100.
Customer Review: Sony Soft Leather Brown Carrying Case for W Series Cyber Shot
This is a very good case. Fits on your belt. The magnet sewed into the leather needs to be stronger in order to hold the case flap closed all the time.The flap comes open ocassionaly. Camera fits snuggly in case. And provides protection for both the view glass and the lens cover.It also protects the camera from scratches.The quality of the case appears to be excellant and should last a long time. The word "SONY" is embossed on the case.Shipping time was excellant as it arrived in two days.Good thing the case was soft as the box used for shipping was completely flattened by the shipping company.Price paid was much better that local camera store price.

Sony Cybershot S500 6MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Customer Review: Bad luck or bad camera
Cons: On speed is slow. Auto focus is slow and take several blur images. It's not durable. The front finish wear in less than a year. The battery fail to connect. And the Sony service is very bad at least in Panama. Pros: Great Screen, small size, good quality pictures (when take focused).
Customer Review: An amateur's opinion
I got this camera as a birthday present from my folks a little over a year ago. At first I was enthralled, though I thought I was really bad at it because most of my pictures would always come out blurry. Nope, turns out it's mostly the camera. If you want one for making simple videos or taking pictures of your friends and family posing in good light, then this camera may be the one for you. However, if you're like me and want to take more artistic photos, look elsewhere because this camera will majorly discourage you from persuing the art. The flash is extremely bright, but that can be turned off. What you see in the screen when you're getting ready for the shot isn't want you'll get when you preview it later, when suddenly it's grainier and off-color. The macro is fine if you want the object you're taking an extreme closeup of to be blurry and the background in focus, as opposed to the other way around which is impossible with this camera. Don't even think of taking night shots. This guy is also rather delecate. A couple of months into owning it, it took a small bump and broke the screen. Hooray warranty! However, while sitting in my empty purse a few months later, a small part of the battery compartment lid chipped making me sometimes have to hold it down just so with my thumb. And now for no reason one of the lens covers sticks a little meaning that I have to risk touching the lens in order to move the cover out of the way. I won't even get started with how the user manual didn't mention that there's an option for black and white and sepia photos, or that it takes a few seconds for the camera to take a picture after you push the button. All in all, a good camera if you're in good lighting, have a steady hand or a tripod, and everything is absolutely still and not too close or too far. Otherwise, look at something else, especially if you plan on making photography your hobby.

Sony SAL-135F18Z 135mm f/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T Telephoto Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera

A high-performance telephoto lens with the widest aperture in its class. Whether you're shooting a distant mountain peak or a beautiful orchid at arm's length, this superb telephoto lens provides amazing image quality. Its f/1.8 aperture makes it the brightest telephoto lens in its class - and with 35mm-equivalent 202.5mm focal length plus the ability to focus tightly on objects closer than three feet away, it can cover an amazing range of photographic assignments.
Customer Review: Sony 135mm f/1.8 is simply incredible!
I am astonished by this lens, as well as its sibling the 85mm f/1.4 lens. In photos taken using either lens, the colors and contrast are so realistic that I have the illusion that the subject is about to step out of the photograph!
Customer Review: Superb Moderate Telephoto Lens From Sony And Zeiss
Over the past few years Sony and Zeiss have had a most successful series of collaborations, producing some of the finest digital still cameras currently available in the Sony CyberShot series. Now that collaboration has brought forth several high performance lenses for the new Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera. I was fortunate to hand hold this autofocusing 135mm f1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* lens, using it with a Sony Alpha SLR camera in early November at the annual Photo Plus East photography and digital imaging show held here in New York City. I was most impressed with how fast this lens focused accurately, even under relatively low light conditions (Better yet, there is an excellent opportunity to use this lens at a slower shutter speed than normally possible due to Sony's proprietary digital image stabilizing technology.). Optically this is a brand new design which owes nothing to previous manual and autofocus Zeiss telephoto lenses which were made for the late, lamented Contax SLR systems by both Zeiss and Kyocera (under strict Zeiss supervision). But I have no doubt that the images produced by this lens are absolutely stellar, judging from the superb performance I have seen from Zeiss lenses embedded with the most expensive Sony CyberShot model cameras (I have used Zeiss lenses for years and have always been impressed with the superb contrast and resolution of images made using them, due not only to Zeiss's superb optical designs but also to its superior T* multicoating.). Those interested in close-up/macro photography will find the lens' close focusing distance of approximately 3 feet quite useful. My only regret is that Zeiss hasn't produced a manual focusing version of this lens for its Zeiss ZF Nikon F Mount series; hopefully one will be forthcoming.

Sony DSCP150 7MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver)

Sony's new Cyber-shot DSC-P150 is the world's first compact point-and-shoot digital camera in the marketplace loaded with 7.2 megapixels, putting breathtaking, near-professional-quality photos in your shirt pocket or handbag. The P150 camera yields an image size of 3072 x 2304 - making it the first pocketable camera capable of capturing enough pixels to make 300-dpi 8" x 10" enlargements.The P150 has also been empowered with Sony's own recently introduced Real Imaging Processor circuitry that ensures fast start-up and shot-to-shot times, and puts extra speed and performance behind automatic features such as auto focus and auto exposure. That means you'll never miss that one-in-a-million shot because the camera is always ready to take great pictures.The Cyber-shot P150 digital camera is equipped with features typically found only on more full-sized cameras. At just 1 inch thin, it's easy to hold, use, and carry with you in your pocket or purse. The Cyber-shot P150 features a Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar 3X optical zoom lens to complement and maximize the benefit of the camera's high resolution.The P150 also has a bird-like appetite when it comes to consuming battery power. With up to 310 shots per charge of the InfoLithium battery the Cyber-shot P150 lets you snap away and preview images on the 1.8-inch LCD screen without fear of running down the charge.Beyond the easy point-and-shoot features, the Cyber-shot P150 also has manual flash and exposure settings, and nine preset scene modes such as twilight, landscape, snow, beach and fireworks, letting the user quickly select the best setting based on shooting conditions.
Customer Review: Junk
When it did work, for about a month, it was ok. Very sensitive to movement, but ok. After I took it with me on a trip I got blurry, dark images under the best of conditions. Otherwise I got nothing at all. Quite often the screen would be almost completely black. Maybe I got the one bad one or maybe they don't survive airport security. I finally threw it away in disgust on my honeymoon.
Customer Review: Tendency to get dust on the sensor
The camera (along with the other P-series) has a well-known tendency to get dust on the sensor. This shows up in brightly lit outdoor scenes when the shutter is stopped down. Sony warranty service proved to be a joke -- they claimed my fully functional camera had corrosion damage and was unrepairable. [...] The slow shutter speed when a flash is used is also a problem. However, for outdoor use and general pocket camera usage, the P150 would be a jewel if it weren't for the dust problem.

Sony Cybershot DSC-T50 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver)

The DSC-T50 Ultra-compact 7.2 Megapixel digital camera is doubly effective at reducing blur. The Clear Photo LCD Plus Screen Display with simple touch-screen operation makes taking spectacular pictures easier than ever and easy to share your photos as slide shows set to music with family and friends. Featuring Super SteadyShot(R) Optical Image Stabilization and high ISO sensitivity, the DSC-T50 captures beautiful shots without a flash where a flash is not permitted or might disrupt the mood. The DSC-T50 also comes equipped with a precision Carl Zeiss 3x Optical, 2x Digital zoom lens and 56 MB internal memory for capturing images without a flash memory card. With the advanced Sony Super HAD(TM) (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design, more light passes to each pixel for increased sensitivity and reduced noise. A supplied NP-FR1 InfoLithium(R) rechargeable battery lets you shoot up to400 pictures on a full charge and shows you about how much shooting time remains. The DSC-T50 can capture VGA (640 x 480) audio&video clips at high frame rate up to 30 frames per second. Self Timer - 10 seconds, 2 seconds and off Burst Mode - 5 Shot at 1.11 fps, 100 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Power Save Mode after approximately 3 minutes of inactivity Scene Modes - Beach, Fireworks, High Sensitivity, High Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Audio&Video Outputs via Supplied Multi-connector Cable USB Port via Supplied Multi-connector Cable Shutter Speed - 1/4-1/1000 seconds (Auto), 1- 1/1000 seconds (Program Auto) Supplied InfoLithium(R) Ion Battery has approximately 400 pictures OS Compatibility - Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, ME, XP Home and Professional Unit Dimensions - 3 3/4 x 2 1/4 x 15/16 inch, 95 x 56.5 x 23.3mm Unit Weight - 6.2 ounces (170 grams) includes battery&media
Customer Review: Sony T50 - Great Macro Magnifier & Video
Use macro (magnifying glass) and video most of the time and it is awesome. Bought a microSD to memory stick pro duo adaptor and 1GB microSD instead of purchasing a memory stick pro duo. MicroSD can be used in almost all product nowadays just by changing adaptor. There is microSD to miniSD, microSD to SD, microSD to USB thumb drive.
Customer Review: Lots of great features, but lacking in quality
Although this is a sleek camera full of 'extras', I couldn't get past the white spots that appeared when using the flash. For me, it was happening on well over 50% of all photos taken with the flash, which is a deal-breaker. The white spots are so bad on most of the pictures that I am not even able to clean them up using Photoshop. I'm really disappointed, because I loved many features the camera came with.

Tamrac Adventure 9 Photo & Computer Backpack (Camouflage) + Tripod + Accessory Kit for Canon Digital Rebel XTi & EOS 5D, 30D, Nikon D3, D300, D40, D40x, D80 & D200, Olympus Evolt E410, E500 & E510, Pe

Kit includes: 1) Tamrac Adventure 9 Backpack; 2) Cleaning Kit; 3) Tripod. ♦ This backpack is designed for the photographer with a pro digital or film SLR with battery grip and 5" lens attached, several lenses, a flash and accessories plus a laptop. The completely foam-padded lower compartment protects photo equipment, while the large top compartment holds a light jacket, lunch, etc. A Pop-Off Pocket keeps adaptors and laptop cords organized. A separate, completely foam-padded compartment provides quick access to a laptop (such as Apple's 17" PowerBook G4 or other laptops up to 15-1/2" x 11" x 2") without disturbing photo gear. Double zipper pulls provide quick access to photo gear while a weather flap and quick-release buckle provide security and weather protection. Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up. Mesh side pockets provide quick access to accessories and water bottles. The foam-padded backpack harness with sternum strap comfortably distributes your gear's weight. ♦ The 6-Piece Cleaning Kit includes: a deluxe air blower — environmentally-friendly and a real dust-blaster; lens cleaning liquid; exterior cleaning cloth; blower brush; cotton swabs; and a booklet of lens cleaning tissues. Used regularly, this Cleaning Kit will keep your equipment sparkling clean. ♦ The Digital Photo & Video Tripod extends up to 57" and collapses down to 22". Its quick-release camera plate allows switching from tripod-mounted to hand-held shooting in just seconds. The 3-Way Panhead pans, tilts and flips. ♦ Using a tripod can be a lot of fun because it lets you get in the picture for self-timer shots. A tripod becomes necessary when using a telephoto lens, or for doing macro-photography, or when you are shooting portraits and want to frame the photo just so, or for slower shutter speeds, or . . . whenever you want the sharpest photograph possible.
Customer Review: Very good - needs more pockets on top compartment
I am a big fan of this package. The backpack in particular is wonderful. The tripod is somewhat flimsy for my Nikon D40. Cleaning kit is good. The backpack could use some more pockets in the top compartment, but really this backpack is just about perfect. I've been using it for ~4 months, including several flights and for day-to-day use, and it has been great.
Customer Review: great bag
This bag is tight, there is a lot of room for everything that you need. The quality of the bag is very good, and it feels like your stuff is crush proof. I would recommend this bag to anyone that has an SLR. You paid a lot for your camera, why not protect it?

Sony Cybershot DSC-T100 8MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot (Silver)

The Sony DSC-T100 delivers an effective 8 megapixel still resolution for incomparably detailed still pictures. It also lets you take movies with sound. But what's really amazing is how small and light this high-performance, easy to use camera is. Enjoy 5x zoom from wide-angle to telephoto imaging. A large, bright LCD screen for viewing shots. Sony's Steadyshot image stabilization that virtually eliminates blur resulting from normal hand movements when taking pictures. What we've got here is professional quality that's friendly for everyday, anytime use here or when you're travelling there. The DSC-T100 from Sony is what you should be taking along. Electronic-flash with in-camera red-eye reduction Edit on the fly with in-camera photo retouching and special effect modes 8.1 Megapixel effective for up to JPEG resolution 3264 x 2448 stills with exquisite detail 16 - 9 widescreen photo mode (1920 x 1080) to fill widescreen displays of new HDTV screens And it goes beyond stills! DSC-T100 has MPEG Movie VX with audio (to 640 x 480 at 30 frames per second) - like having a built-in camcorder In-camera slide show High-definition still picture output to compatible HDTVs (requires optional Sony VMC-MHC1 adapter) 31MB built-in flash memory (holds approximately 7 shots at highest resolution) - compatible with Memory Stick(R) Duo and Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo for more practical, portable use 9 scene modes, including Beach, Fireworks, and Twilight; High Sensitivity mode for low-light shooting without flash with variable ISO settings Macro mode (focus as close as 3-1/8 from subject) and Magnifying Glass mode (7/16 from subject) USB connectivity PictBridge compatible An A/V output for connection to a TV Unit Size 3-1/2W x 2-1/4H x 7/8D; Weight (without battery or media) - 5.0 ounces Comes with rechargeable InfoLithium(R) battery (NP-BG1)
Customer Review: very good camera
Good product from sony. I am surprised to see its price getting increased after I had purchased the product.
Customer Review: Great camera overshadowing its successorsGreat camera overshadowing its successors
Its odd to add a review for a camera now out of production, but consistently this camera rates significantly higher then its successors the T200, or T300. The later generations have higher resolution images, and improved software. But this older model delivers better pictures, and more pictures per charge. In the end isn't that what you get a camera for? Its sad, but true, that the photo journals and consumer report articles on the newer cameras consistently report them as disappointingly inferior to this older model. This explains why this old model now sells for more, sometimes twice as much, as it did when it was in production - or as the newest successor sells for now.

Sony DT 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Aspherical ED High Magnification Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera

Specially designed for the CCD imager of the Sony DSLR-A100 camera, this is the standard zoom lens that brings you closer to your subject. With superior all-in-one lens performance for everyday shooting, its 35mm-equivalent range of wide-angle to telephoto excels at capturing faraway subjects, sports events, dramatic landscapes and intimate close-up views. DT 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 High Magnification Zoom DT Lens Design for optimum DSLR performance Excellent wide-angle to long telephoto shots Focal Length 35mm Equivalent - 18-200 mm Min Focus Distance - 1 feet 6 inch (45 cm) Aperture Maximum - f3.5-6.3 Aperture Minimum - f22-40 Maximum Magnification - 0.27x Lens Construction - 15 elements in 13 groups with 7 aperture blades Filter Diameter - 62 mm Dimensions - 2 7/8 x 3 3/8 inch (73 x 85.5 mm) Weight - 14.3 ounces (405 gram)
Customer Review: Great For All Purpose Lens
Purchased this lens prior to my trip to Mexico and very glad I did. I'm still new to Digital SLR so technically, I can't elaborate but I will say that not having to carry three lenses with me on my photo shoots was awesome! I could attach this lens, pocket a couple of filters and shoulder the camera as I hit the beach or the nature trails of Playa del Carmen. This was certainly one of the best investments I ever made. Consider the 62mm 1-A filter for general purpose and protection and also the UV and Circular Polarizer filters for outdoor use. My photos have been phenominal and the rave reviews from friends makes me know that in spite of my pro skills with the camera, the lens is making up for it! A must have for Sony Alpha Owners or as in my case, the Minolta Maxxum 5D.
Customer Review: a travel photographer's dream
As a professional landscape photographer who feels compelled to carry a wide variety of lenses, I found this lens has helped me lighten my carry on case. This is a versitile lens that provides fine steady quality under most landscape conditions. It replaces 3 lenses that I used to carry on my travels. The reproduction quality that I get from most enlargements from my new alpha 700 with this lens is top quality. As others note, I wish it had sturdier materials but if it gets banged up, it is reasonably inexpensive to replace. If you add a set of macro filters, it does a great macro job on flora. You will find that on most shoots, you will likely use this lens over 75% of the time. That helps keep the dust and dirt from getting on the sensor when you change more frequently as I used to do.

Sony DSCP72 Cyber-shot 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Looking for a compact digital still camera that gives you the power to take great pictures under a variety of conditions? Put the power of Sony digital photography in the palm of your hand with the Cyber-shot DSC-P72 digital still camera. The DSC-P72 gives you whopping 3.2-megapixel effective resolution, 3x optical zoom, 0 to 3.2x Smart Zoom (at VGA size) digital zoom, and the smart Sony features that let you take incredible pictures with point-and-shoot ease. You get intelligent flash technology, high-tech auto-focus and auto-exposure modes, and fun stuff, too, like MPEG movie modes, voice memo and e-mail modes, and 16-frame multi-burst animation. Plus, the DSC-P72 comes with a USB 2.0 interface and convenient rechargeable NiMH batteries with included charger.
Customer Review: My Review of the Sony Digital Camera Cyber-shot 3.2MP
I gave this camera to my children to take pictures of my grandchildren who live in another country. They post them to a site on the internet, and I can see them as well as order paper copies. The camera works well, and we are all pleased with it.
Customer Review: Good camera but similar issues
I've had this camera for three years now. I've experienced all the same issues as many folks here. The strange power off/with lens open, then reversing. The only thing I've done is immediately remove the batteries after turning on the camera while pushing the lens in. it works! I have a suggestion for those of you with blurry pictures. This camera has 5-6 settings for the quality of photos. If you press the trash icon button while in regular mode (do not have an image up screen) the menu for image size will appear. These are jgs folks. They are pixel based and can be very small. Also jpgs are meant for screen viewing, not printing, so you need to boost them up in order to get decent prints from these images. If you want clear images..please try to use the highest setting possible in order for the camera to record as many pixels of information. I use the highest setting 3.1M (other options are 2.8M, 2.0, 1.2 and VGA (which is the lowest and will give you terribly blurry picutres). It's quite easy to mistakenly press this button and change the image size, (this happened to us once while on vacation..terribly frustrating when I discovered what should have been beautiful, mmemorable photos were all at a low resolution.) Please give this a try I'm all for class action suit vis a vis the battery chomping and lens issues. It's uncanny how often this has happened to so many people.

DiCAPac WP-510 Waterproof / Underwater Case with Deluxe Padded Carrying Case + Tripod for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Kodak, Olympus, Pentax and Fuji Compact Digital Cameras

Kit includes:
♦ 1) DiCAPac WP-510 Waterproof Case
♦ 2) Precision Design PD-C20 Deluxe Carrying Case
♦ 3) Compact 50" Digital Travel Tripod
♦ 4) Precision Design 5-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit

The DiCAPac WP-510 is an all-weather vinyl case for compact digital cameras that lays nearly flat for storage and is totally waterproof up to 16 feet (5 meters) deep! Constructed from thick, high-grade vinyl with a UV-coated polycarbonate lens cover, it is designed to keep your camera clean and moisture-free in almost any environment. The patented "Roll & Velcro" zipper closure system provides two levels of protection to keep your case completely watertight, while the clear panels and flexible material allows you to maintain complete control over all your camera's functions. Best of all, the DiCAPac is extremely lightweight and can be tucked away in a pocket or small bag, making it by far the most convenient option for complete all-weather protection for your digital camera, not to mention the most affordable!

Protect your valuable investment with this quality carrying case. This padded carrying case includes a zippered main compartment with padded velcro divider, two large exterior zippered pockets, and two mesh pockets to securely hold your equipment and accessories.

This tripod extends to 50", folds to 17", and weighs just over one pound! With 3-section aluminum legs, a 2.5-pound load capacity and a 3-way 360-degree panhead.

This 5-piece cleaning kit contains everything you'll ever need to properly clean your lenses, including Lens Cleaning Tissues, Lens Cloth, Lens Cleaning Liquid, Blower Brush and Cotton Swabs.
Customer Review: A Great Buy
I bought this kit for the underwater casing and then never used it during my vacation. I did, however, use the bag and the tripod. I was very impressed with the bag, I thought it would be cheaply made, but it is not. It is made from a very strong material. It has one pocket on each side (outside) and a divider that can be removed on the inside. It has a handle and a shoulder strap. I am able to carry both of my digital cameras in it at the same time and there is room left over. The tripod came in its own little carrying case. It seems really small, but it can be extended. There are two extra levels to which it can expand. It is very lightweight, but durable (I dropped it a few times). It can hold a medium sized digital camera when fully extended. I have a Canon S5 IS and it held it perfectly. If nothing else the camera bag and the tripod are worth the buy.

Sony LCS-AMSC30 Soft Digital SLR Carrying Case for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera

Custom designed for Sony's ? Digital SLR Camera, the LCS-AMSC30 Soft Carrying Case is the perfect travel companion. Its lightweight and durable design features compartments for all your shooting essentials, including camera, lenses, flash, flash adapter and battery pack. A stylish and convenient storage solution, the LCS-AMSC30 Carrying Case makes capturing spectacular digital images on the move even easier.
Customer Review: Camera Bag That Works
This camera bag is well made. Has good padding. It handles Sony Alpha Series DSLR camera body, three lenses, extra batteries, flash cards, plus charger and cords. The shoulder strap is comfortable but the hand carrying strap seems more like an after thought. When using the hand strap the bag hangs at an awkward angle. All in all I'm quite pleased with the bag.
Customer Review: A DSLR camera bag that can take everything you need.
I have strugled for a while searching for a camera bag for my DSLR camera that is medium in size that can take all my little gear and have room for future expansion. I am not a pro-photographer with super telephoto lenses and havey gear. infact I am an amature who enjoy photography as a hobby. let me start by listing what I have in the bag; 1 - Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR 18-55mm Camera Kit lens (Yes, am a Nikon user) 2 - Nikon 18-200mm Zoom-Nikkor Lens 3 - Nikon 70-300mm VR Zoom Nikkor 4 - Nikon SB-600 Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras 5 - Digital Concepts Silver Mini Tripod with Extension Legs and Tilt Head so I was able to put in my camera and two extra lenses, a speed flash and mini-tripod. plus, Camera filters, cleaning kit, user manual, digital field guide book, extra camera battery and AAA batteries. and there is still more room, for extra small lens and another flash unit or anything I can think of in the future. I strongly recomend this bag for anyone who have more/less of the items above. regardless what DSLR camera you use. I rate this bag as 5 stars for the following reasons, Duribility: The bag is made from high quality fabric and the bag it self is light Space: lots of room, with velcro dividers. I did not have to change any of the setup as it was very nicely partitioned for various needs and pockets. Price: spot on! looks: Everyone complimented this bag when they saw me carrying it... however, this bag looks a typical camera bag and for those who want a camera bag which do not look typical, I recomend the Tamrac 3548 Express Pack 8 (Khaki) for everyday use and this bag for traveling or full day photography sessions.

Sony Alpha DSLRA300K 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with DT 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens

Move a step up to digital photography as an art form. This DSLR is simple to use and takes great pictures in automatic modes but it goes further. It brings you in-touch with your creative instincts. Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A300: the camera that links you and your subject. For first-time DSLR users, Sony combines superb 10.2 MP quality, a high quality DT(R) 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens, and Live Preview in a large tilting 2.7" LCD monitor for point-and-shoot simplicity. You'll have super-quick AF response, 3 fps continuous shooting while you see your subject in the viewfinder, and high sensitivity (ISO 3200) for great low-light shots. What's more, you get simple controls, Creative Style settings and in-camera Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization that work with every Sony, Carl Zeiss and legacy Minolta a-mount lens. Stamina(R) power for up to 740 shots, Auto Pop-up Flash and many more features make DSLR model an excellent choice for your favorite new hobby. 1200-zone Evaluative Metering 9-Point Center Cross AF Sensor Scene Select(TM) modes for optimal results Dynamic Range Optimizer Anti Dust Technology Auto Pop-Up Flash Accepts CompactFlash Type I/II media and optional Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo storage media In optical viewfinder mode, you can take up to 750 shots on a fully charged NP-FM500H InfoLITHIUM battery On-screen menus are intuitive and easy to use Dimensions (Approx.) - (WHD) 5 1/4 x 4 x 3?; 1 lb 4 oz DT 18-70mm f3.5 Zoom lens (27-105 35mm equivalent)
Customer Review: Amazing!
I bought this camera recently. Modestly, I thought this was one of the best decisions I made! The camera is amazing, it looks beautiful, it takes very, very good pictures, and the price is unbelievably good! I am not a fan of Sony products, but I just loved this. I don't write reviews very often, but I so wanted to share my excitement!
Customer Review: A true DSLR value
I researched affordable DSLR cameras and chose the A300 for its rear screen viewing when desired, its 'in the camera body' anti shake system, its comfortable shape and weight, and its excellent picture clarity. The A300 is NOT a 'dumbed down' DSLR. Its sophisticated (yet easy to use)features should satisfy any photographer. Controls are perfectly positioned, settings are easily reviewed, delay time between pressing the shutter release and the picture being taken IS NON EXISTANT. Audio noise is unobtrusive. Bracketing is simply achieved. and the kit lens is fine for general use. As I take Nature photos, I opted for the Tamron 70-300mm zoom lens as a quality yet less expensive alternative to the Sony zoom. I would buy the Sony A300 again without hesitation. [Nevertheless, if you have an extra $400, the new 350 is an impressive choice indeed.]

Phoenix 500mm MultiCoated Mirror Lens with 2x Teleconverter + Deluxe SLR Pro Camera Case + Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case + 6-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit for Sony Alpha A100 & Minolta Maxxum Digi

Kit includes: 1) Phoenix 500mm MultiCoated Mirror Lens; 2) 2x Teleconverter; 3) Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case; 4) Deluxe SLR Pro Camera Case; 5) Deluxe 6-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit; 6) Rear Lens Cap; 7) T-mount Adapter ♦ This super-telephoto 500mm mirror lens and 2x teleconverter are incredibly compact and lightweight. Using multi-coated optics and an advanced reflex design, theyre ideally suited for wildlife, nature and sports photography. The included 2x teleconverter will double the focal length to 1000mm, equivalent to the magnification a 20x high-power binocular and for additional control, a set of 3 filters (Skylight, ND-2X and ND-4X) are also supplied. Macro focusing capability provides an image to subject ratio of 1:2.7 and with the 2X teleconverter, incredibly detailed, almost life-size (1:1.35) images can be obtained. Designed to be easy to use, hold and transport, this super-telephoto lens kit offers incredible magnification and value. This lens kit includes a T-mount lens adapter which allows this lens to be used with Sony Alpha / Minolta Maxxum mount cameras, as well as a compatible rear lens cap. ♦ Protect your valuable camera investment with this custom designed professional camera carrying case. This bag is a compact bag that has an adjustable, non-slip shoulder strap as well as a convenient and comfortable carrying handle. ♦ The TR-60N is a lightweight and sturdy tripod that extends to 57 inches, supplied with a fitted case and strap. ♦ This cleaning kit contains all the essential items necessary for the proper maintenance and care of your camera equipment.
Customer Review: A very poor choice for a lens
A very poor choice for a lens. Would not recommend this lens unless it comes with a generous return policy. Lens is not sharp & has very poor contrast.
Customer Review: Not Very Sharp
The Phoenix 500mm Telephoto Mirror lens does not deliver sharp high-contrast photographs, even when used without an extender, on a camera with an external shutter trigger and stabilzed with a tripod, but the lens would probably work for low-resolution or web-based photographs. (For a 500mm lens costing a little more than $100, though, what can you really expect?) The manual focus is a screw type, but moves smoothly, and with the T-mount the lens fits well on my Canon 20D, but it has no electrical contacts, so the camera reads the lens as an 'F0', although that's not a big deal. Now, since this is a mirror lens, the background blur (bokeh) is doughnut shaped, which can be distracting. Also, you can't stop the lens down to increase you depth of field - you're stuck with f/8. Overall, this lens is more of a toy than a serious photography tool. If you want sharpness, you're going to have a pay a little more. (I've heard Tamron 500/8 isn't too bad).

Phoenix 500mm MultiCoated Mirror Lens with 2x Teleconverter + Deluxe SLR Pro Camera Case + Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case + 6-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit for Sony Alpha A100 & Minolta Maxxum Digi

Kit includes: 1) Phoenix 500mm MultiCoated Mirror Lens; 2) 2x Teleconverter; 3) Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case; 4) Deluxe SLR Pro Camera Case; 5) Deluxe 6-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit; 6) Rear Lens Cap; 7) T-mount Adapter ♦ This super-telephoto 500mm mirror lens and 2x teleconverter are incredibly compact and lightweight. Using multi-coated optics and an advanced reflex design, theyre ideally suited for wildlife, nature and sports photography. The included 2x teleconverter will double the focal length to 1000mm, equivalent to the magnification a 20x high-power binocular and for additional control, a set of 3 filters (Skylight, ND-2X and ND-4X) are also supplied. Macro focusing capability provides an image to subject ratio of 1:2.7 and with the 2X teleconverter, incredibly detailed, almost life-size (1:1.35) images can be obtained. Designed to be easy to use, hold and transport, this super-telephoto lens kit offers incredible magnification and value. This lens kit includes a T-mount lens adapter which allows this lens to be used with Sony Alpha / Minolta Maxxum mount cameras, as well as a compatible rear lens cap. ♦ Protect your valuable camera investment with this custom designed professional camera carrying case. This bag is a compact bag that has an adjustable, non-slip shoulder strap as well as a convenient and comfortable carrying handle. ♦ The TR-60N is a lightweight and sturdy tripod that extends to 57 inches, supplied with a fitted case and strap. ♦ This cleaning kit contains all the essential items necessary for the proper maintenance and care of your camera equipment.
Customer Review: A very poor choice for a lens
A very poor choice for a lens. Would not recommend this lens unless it comes with a generous return policy. Lens is not sharp & has very poor contrast.
Customer Review: Not Very Sharp
The Phoenix 500mm Telephoto Mirror lens does not deliver sharp high-contrast photographs, even when used without an extender, on a camera with an external shutter trigger and stabilzed with a tripod, but the lens would probably work for low-resolution or web-based photographs. (For a 500mm lens costing a little more than $100, though, what can you really expect?) The manual focus is a screw type, but moves smoothly, and with the T-mount the lens fits well on my Canon 20D, but it has no electrical contacts, so the camera reads the lens as an 'F0', although that's not a big deal. Now, since this is a mirror lens, the background blur (bokeh) is doughnut shaped, which can be distracting. Also, you can't stop the lens down to increase you depth of field - you're stuck with f/8. Overall, this lens is more of a toy than a serious photography tool. If you want sharpness, you're going to have a pay a little more. (I've heard Tamron 500/8 isn't too bad).

Sony Cybershot DSCV3 7.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom

The traditional 'rangefinder' styled Sony Cyber-shot V3 is a compact Cyber-shot camera with an immense resolution of 7.2 effective Megapixels and which features a powerful 4X Vario-Sonnar zoom lens from the world-famous Carl Zeiss company. That's not all - a large range of exposure modes on the camera offer full manual control or a choice of program and scene selection modes. The sizeable 2.5-inch LCD screen is also designed to give a full and clear picture, whether you're shooting, reviewing or setting the menu options. Another big feature is the file format - you can choose to save your high-resolution images in the professional RAW or TIFF data formats, keeping them uncompressed for use in graphics applications that require fine detail.
Customer Review: Still happy 3+ years later
I bought my V3 in February of 2005 so this is a long term report. I've shot at least 5000 photos with it over the years and I'm still happy with it and it hasn't broke or gave me trouble. I came to this from years of using a Canon F1 and EF. Outside of the cool factor, I can't say I miss my old film cameras. Don't miss the weight on my neck either. Just ordered the Sony HVL-F32X flash unit for this since I have confidence that I'm not ready to move on to another camera until I forced to by circumstance. Hope I don't drop it ;) Wes
Customer Review: Three Years Later, Still Going Strong
It seems like compact digital cameras are being phased out at hyper-speed these days as each model is quickly supplanted by the next generation. These new cameras usually boast a boost in megapixels and zoom range, but those who look beyond the marketing mayhem are aware that more is not necessarily better. Meanwhile, my V3 still holds its own three years after I purchased it. I've looked carefully at the current crop of compact digital cameras out now, and I've come to the conclusion that none are worthy of replacing my V3, though I expect that day will come eventually. In general, I am very happy with the features, performance, image quality, and reliability. There are only two things I wish this camera had: *A wider angle lens (at least down to 28mm equiv.) *Image stabilization (or better yet, a wider aperture) I realize it is possible to address both these issues on the V3: by attaching a wide angle conversion lens for the former, and by putting the camera on a tripod for the latter. But it would be nice if these features were included as standard capabilities. If they had been, this camera would have been a home run. As it is, I still give the V3 4 stars...even by today's standards.

Sony DSCP10 Cyber-shot 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

You won't believe how much camera you get for your money with Sony's new Cyber-shot DSC-P10. This remarkable digital still camera combines unrivaled image quality with compact Sony design, delivering 5.0 megapixel resolution (effective) with a 3X optical/4x Smart Zoom lens and intelligent features, like 3-Area Multi-Point AF (Auto-Focus) and Continuous AF for sharply-focused shots even in low-light or active conditions. 16-Frame Multi-Burst function captures 16 320x240 frames with 3 selectable intervals for convenient motion analysis. You can also take MPEG movies and record voice memos for your photos. The DSC-P10 also features a lightning-fast USB 2.0 interface for high-speed transfer. It is Memory Stick Pro compatible with included 32MB Memory Stick Pro Media.
Customer Review: I've had mine for three years
This is a great little camera, but is not a newer model. PROS: The photos from this camera are fantastic! It's like you can't take a bad picture! Very easy to upload pics and swap memory sticks. CONS: The menu is a little difficult to figure out. I used the flash even during the day. Subjects (people) shouldn't move until the second flash flashes. Pics still turned out great with the daylight flash. ONE MORE THING - This camera's software is not compatable with the newer Apple OSX (operating systems). You can still upload pics but can't use other editing features.
Customer Review: nice picture quality, good camera over all~~
I bought this camera almost 3 years ago when it was just released. It still works fine so far, taking very good quality pictures, especially indoor, compared to my friend's cameras of other brands. Only one thing sort of made me disappointed about it is that the battery could not be ejected out after 8 months of the purchase. I was thinking to send it back for repair, but was too busy till it passed one year warranty period. Now the battery still cannot be removed from the camera, but it can be properly charged, and also, even after 3 years, the battery life is good. So, it is not a very big deal for me. this camera is quite durable, cuz I dropped it on the floor more than 20 times and once I even dropped it with the lens out! Do not use this camera at very cold area! I visited grand canon a year ago and it was snowy there. I tried to use this camera to take some picts, but the lens kept on coming in and out. So I have to warm it up with my body heat b4 it could properly function. over all, it is nice camera. I am looking for a ultra thin fancy looked camera now , and very willing to go back to Sony brand becuz of the nice picture quality.

Sony Cybershot DSC-H2 6MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

Get closer than ever with the Cyber-shot(R) DSC-H2 digital camera from Sony. With its incredible 12X optical zoom lens combined with Super SteadyShot(R) optical image stabilization system you can capture stunning long-distance images with minimized blurring, even during longer exposures. Add optional telephoto and wide-angle lens accessories for even greater optical range. Filter Diameter - 58mm (with supplied Adapter Ring) Lens Focal Length - 6 - 72mm or 35mm Equivalent - 36 - 432mm Focus - 3 Area Multi-Point AF, Center AF, Flexible Spot AF, Manual / Minimum Focus Distance - 19.7 (50cm) Normal, 0.74 (2cm) Macro Shutter Speed - 1/4 - 1/2000 sec. (Auto), 1 - 1/2000 sec. (Program Auto), 46-step 30 sec - 1/1000 sec. (Shutter Priority, Manual) Aperture Range - f2.8-8.0 (W), f3.7-8.0 (T), 10-step f2.8-8.0 (Aperture Priority, Manual) Internal Multimode Electronic-Flash Effective Range - ISO Auto - 1' to 29' 3 (0.3-9.0m)(W), ISO 1000 - 2' 11 to 52' (0.9 -16m) (W) Optical Viewfinder - 0.2 LCD, 201K pixels / 2 Color TFT LCD Screen Burst Mode - 7 Shots at 1.3 fps (6MP JPEG fine), 100 Shots VGA at 1.4 fps (JPEG std.) Power Save Mode - Yes (after 3 min. of inactivity) White Balance - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash, Manual Color Mode(s) - Natural, Vivid, Sepia, Black&White Still Image Modes - JPEG (Fine/Standard), Burst, Multi-Burst ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 Scene Modes - Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Portrait, Landscape, Beach, High-speed shutter, High Sensitivity Self-Timer - Yes, 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds, Off MPEG Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine (640 X 480, 30 fps) Unit Dimensions - 4-7/16 x 3-1/4 x 3-11/16 (113.2 x 83 x 94 mm) / Weight - 14.2 oz (389 g) Body; 1 lb, 3.7 oz. (537 g) including Battery and optional Memory Stick(R) DUO Media
Customer Review: Excellent images, zoom and colors but the worst quality
This was my first digital camera with manual control and features. This camera is excellent with its images and colors, but the shooter device failed twice in one year and I had to pay the transportation and lose many time. I recommend other sony cameras and other brands, right now I use this camera with the fault (Auto Focus fault: is very difficult take pictures but I don't have options) because is imposible to sell in this conditions and I need 100 dollars to repair it again. Is a bad product
Customer Review: Excellent camera
This camera is amazing!!! I've had it for about 4 years now and have had nothing but good luck with it. I use it in various situations with excellent results no matter the situation. The zoom is incredible, it brings far away objects in close and captures them with precision quality. My only regret is that I didn't order the DSC-H7 that came out shortly after this model did. It is 8.1 mega-pixel and has a 15x zoom and was only $50 more at the time.

Sony VMC15MU USB Cable for DSCT1/T33/M1 Digital Cameras

Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs.
Customer Review: The USB/cradle combination does not require the AC adapter
The information in Michelle's review is not precisely correct: the USB/cradle combination does not require that the AC adapter be attached. The whole idea of a single docking port on small digital cameras is to, well, keep the cameras small. Separate ports (one for charging the battery, one for outputting video to a television set, one for outputting digital pictures through USB to a computer) only bulk up the camera. So, enter "the cradle". HowEVER, yes, the cradle is also sort of a pain. Fortunately the AC adapter for the DSC-M1 (-T1 and -T33 also?) will also connect directly to the camera, just like this VMC15MU USB cable. If you want to bypass the cradle to download pictures to your computer, get one of these.
Customer Review: Does EXACTLY what its meant to do.
..But for a price. I own the Sony DSC-M1 Camera, a $600 camera with its own proprietary 'cradle'. This basically means that to transfer pictures to your PC, you need to: Plug the AC Adapter into the wall, the other end into the Cradle. Plug a USB Cable from the Cradle to the PC. Slide the cradle-case open, connect the camera to it, slide it closed again, turn it on, and then you can transfer pictures. Its not the most intuitive method, it gets tedious (Especially since my last SONY Camera, the DSC-P32, had a slot to connect it directly to the PC with a USB Cable, and a seperate Video out plug to connect that directly to a TV) but the M1 cradle does much more than allow USB Connectivity (It charges the camera battery as well as connects to a TV to view pictures on that) It works great, but its a little complicated process since you have all sorts of wires, adapters, battery packs and such coming out of it, and if you're on a laptop, its just near impossible to transfer data if you're not near a wall outlet. Thats what I believe this product is intended for. I'm only giving it 4 stars, because it is simply overpriced and should have been included with the camera, in my opinion. If you have a laptop that you plan to transfer pictures to, then go for it. The other option would be to get a Memory Stick reader for it, which is just around the same price.

Sony Camera/Storage DSC-H1 Cyber-shot 5 MPixel 12X optica

Cyber-shot DSC-H1, which offers a massive 12x zoom and image stabilization to cope with camera shake at the long end. The manual H1 offers a 5.1 million pixels, a 2.5-inch LCD, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps movie mode limited only by the capacity of the Memory Stick (PRO) in use. MODEL: DSC-H1 VENDOR: SONY ELECTRONICS FEATURES: CyberShot DSC-H1 Digital Camera Get closer than ever with the Cyber-shot DSC-H1 digital camera from Sony. With its incredible 12X optical zoom lens combined with Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization system you can capture stunning long-distance images with minimized blurring, even during longer exposures. It is conversion lens compatible so you can easily add optional telephoto and wide-angle lenses for even greater optical range. The DSC-H1 features Sonys precision 1/2.4" Super HAD CCD imager which, combined with the Real Imaging Processor and 14-bit DXP processor, gives you amazingly detailed 5.1 Megapixel digital images with accurate colors and contrast. Its comfortable SLR body design, 2.5 inch LCD screen, and live histogram display allow you to quickly and easily compose perfectly framed shots. Other key features include a pop-up flash, 32 Megabytes of internal memory, and MPEG Movie VX video capture capabilities. It is PictBridge compatible so you can easily print photographs directly from the camera onto compatible photo printers without the need of a personal computer. Includes Camera, NH-AA-DA Rechargeable AA Batteries, BC-CS2 Battery Charger and Cord, A/V and USB Cables, Shoulder Strap, Lens Cap, Lens Cap Strap, Lens Adapter Ring, Lens Hood and Software CD-ROM. 1/2.5" 5.1 Megapixel Super HAD CCD Super HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCDs provide excellent image quality by allowing more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. 12X Optical/2X Digital/24X Total Zoom Optical zoom helps you fill the frame with your subject for better pictures. And Sonys Precision Digital Zoom helps br
Customer Review: great camera
First I'll say I am pretty much a beginning photographer, so please read this review with that in mind. Having said that, I love this camera. The 12x optical zoom is superb and provides a lot of versatility. The camera is simple to operate and has the look and feel of quality. I also purchased the 1.7x telephoto lens which is great for nature photography or other shots where increased magnification is essential. Battery life is adequate for me and better than I expected (especially since the camera only requires 2AA cells). I discovered early on that rechargeable batteries are the way to go with digital cameras. Photo quality is excellent and the prints I've made look great (4x6" is the only size I've tried thus far). There are so many features on this camera that I haven't tried to use yet, but you can pick up this camera and take great photos immediately even if you know little about cameras and photography.

Sigma 180mm f/3.5 EX DG IF HSM APO Macro Lens for Minolta and Sony SLR Cameras

Taking picture of small animals & insects can be difficult, because they often run or fly away, or can be dangerous or become aggressive if you approach them. Therefore it is advantageous to have a greater working distance between the camera & such subjects. Longer focal length lens can provide this greater distance, but most long lens do not focus close enough to provide a large image of small subjects.The tele-macro type lens solves this problem by producing a large, high quality image, up to life-size, while maintaining a long working distance. This can enable you to capture on film the world of photomicrography.The 180mm F3.5 APO MACRO lens has a very narrowfield of view, & can allow very narrow depth-of-field for selective focus and less distracting backgrounds. This lens is most desirable for photographers who are serious about producing high quality images both of macro subjects at life-size reproduction, as well as normal telephotography. The Floating Inner Focus System of the APO MACRO 180mm F3.5 EX HSM provides highquality optical performance and superior handling & stability. This system moves two lens groups within the lens, so the lens' physical length remains unchanged. This technique also maintains good correction for Spherical Aberration and Astigmatism, and provides extremely high optical performance frominfinity to 1:1 Macro. Macro photography requires precise focus adjustment. The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) feature is ideal fo
Customer Review: Wow, I mean WOW!
This is one fantastic lens. It is BIG, built like TWO TANKS, and takes gorgeous gorgeous shots. I bought this lens after a year or so of excellent results from its smaller sibling, the venerable 105mm macro. I thought it would be useful to get the extra working distance that the 180 affords. I can say with certainty that the longer focal length is a dream come true. You get so close up to your subject without being right "in it." I had imagined that this would be a "tripod only" lens as it is hard to hold a large lens steady. I have been amazed at my hand held shots coupled with my Konica Minolta 5d (in body image stabilization surely helps!). I have taken excellent tack sharp images hand held with shutter speeds as low as 1/25 at ISO 100. I don't regard myself as a particularly steady hand either. Color is great, sharpness is superb, accessories (case, hood, & tripod collar) are all first rate. Most importantly, photo colleagues are as enthusiastic as I am (more so I suppose) about the results. You won't be disappointed if you can find one for your KM 5d, 7d, or Sony A100! By the way, them Minolta /Sony mount of this lens is NOT HSM, you know that. AF with macro lenses is tough anyway, you know that, right? Right! Even without HSM, AF is better than on the 105mm. Enjoy!

Sony Cybershot DSCL1 4MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver)

The DSC-L1 is the full featured Cyber-shot(R) digital camera that is small enough to take anywhere. With a 4.1 Megapixel Super HAD(TM) CCD, a Carl ZeissVario-Tessar lens with 3X optical zoom and Sony's own Real Imaging Processor, the DSC-L1 features image capture quality on par with a camera twice its size. Other features include PictBridge compatibility for easy printing without a personal computer and MPEG Movie VX Fine video recording when used with Memory Stick(R) PRO DuoÂ? media (not included). At only 3 11/15" x 1 3/4" x 1, the DSC-L1 is small enough to be carried easily in you pocket or purse and, at only 5.0 ounces with body, battery, Memory Stick(R) Duo media, light weight enough to be worn comfortably with the included neck strap. It is perfect for snap photography wherever you are, so you will always be able to capture life as it happens. Built-in autoflash Burst Mode - 4 Shot (4MP), 4 Shot (3MP), 10 Shot (1 MP) 30 (VGA) 1.1 FPS MPEG Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640 x 480 at 30fps), (MPEG VX Fine requires Memory Stick(R) PRO media) MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640 x 480 at 16fps), Video Mail (160 x112 at 8fps) with Audio Built-in Mic and Speaker
Customer Review: It Keeps Going
I've had this camera since 2005 and it's still going strong. Battery life seems like forever. Quality of pictures hasn't diminished in these three years. It's taken quite a beating cosmetically but hasn't had one problem. Sony=quality.
Customer Review: Hardy Little Camera
I've had this camera since 2005 and I love it. It works everytime and anytime I use it. I'm very OCD about taking care of my stuff so I guess that's why it has lasted this long. I think as a everyday camera, it's great. But as a rugged high-usage camera, forget it. I worked at one of those electronics stores in the camera dept and I got so many returns on this little camera. What was the #1 reason? It didn't last through wear and tear of heavy usage. Many people mistake the small size as durability. Sony makes good cameras but this one is not for rookie camera folks. I would recommend getting a Kodak or Canon SureShot as a first camera, then graduate yourself to this one. People complain that their pictures aren't good in dark/low lighting. Well, of course! The tiny flash on this thing isn't going to make a big impact on the lighting of your pictures. If you actually go through and read many reviews of different cameras, you'll find that dark/low lighting settings are not advisable for ANY digital camera. I have to admit, the screen is horribly small so be prepared to squint a lot. Otherwise, I believe this camera is well worth the money because it does what it is made for.

Sony Cybershot DSCT30 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Super SteadyShot Stabilization Zoom

User-friendlier than ever, the new DSC-T30 offers new function guides and easy-to-operate buttons in the compact body dimensions of the T series. In addition to the features offered in the previous model (DSC-T9) - slim size body, large LCD and the 'Dual Anti-blur Solution' of Super SteadyShot and high sensitivity - the DSC-T30 offers even higher sensitivity (up to a maximum ISO 1000), a resolution of 7.2 mega pixels and the impressive 3-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus. It has enhanced battery stamina, allowing you to take up to 420 high-resolution shots per charge.PRODUCT FEATURES:7.2 megapixels (effective);3 x Optical Zoom, 6 x Precision Digital Zoom, 14 x Smart Zoom (VGA);Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens;Real Imaging processor;"Super SteadyShot" optical image stabilizer;58 MB internal memory;Memory Stick Duo/ Memory Stick PRO Duo compatible;3-inch hybrid (230K dots) Clear Photo LCD Plus;Stamina: approx. 420 pictures;USB 2.0 Hi-speed;Modes: Auto, P-Auto, scene selection (high sensitivity, twilight, twilight portrait, snow, beach, fireworks, landscape, high-speed shutter);AF area: multi-point (5 points, auto), center-weighted, spot.
Customer Review: Great size but terrible shutter lag
This camera is a great basic point and shoot. However my major gripe and the reason I am going to sell this and buy a different digital camera is its shutter lag. It takes so long from pressing the button to take the picture to actually taking the picture (with auto flash). I primarily use it to take photos of my small children and I am constantly missing those 'adorable' moments. Group photos are difficult too as the first flash seems to indicate to the group that the photo has been taken and they move before the second flash has occurred - thus messing up the photo. Not worth the money when there are cheaper, faster, cameras available out there.
Customer Review: Beware E62:10 Error Code
I paid about $400.00 for this camera. I liked it at first and was impressed with the magnifying mode. Pictures were good, but I think the Exilim takes better pictures. After about a year and a half of operation, the image stabilization started to vibrate causing the camera to be unuseable. This problem got worse over time. The camera flashed an error code E62:10 on the LCD. I googled the error code and found a sea of people out there with the same problem. Some of them could hit there camera and make it work and some could not. Thet are getting repair quotes for over $200. My camera was never dropped or abused. The problem seemed to start in real humid weather. Dry weather helped at first, but eventually it made no difference. I would be aware of this camera or any of Sony's image stabilization cameras based upon the number of people on forums with this same problem. It's a nice feature but high maintenance with a large repair tag.

Sony VCL-DH0774 74mm 0.75x Wide Conversion lens for Sony DSC-H7/H9 Digital Still Cameras

Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs.PRODUCT FEATURES:Wide-angle conversion lens made from high-grade optics;Lens with 2 groups 2 elements;Magnification 0.7x;For lenses/adapters with 74 mm filter thread diameter;Includes carrying pouch.
Customer Review: Sony quality...but with one fundamental design flaw
I purchased this lens when I got my Sony DSC-H50. My camera already has a fairly wide lens (which I love), but I wanted an even wider angle for certain shots and this fits the bill. I like buying OEM and, having purchased many Sony add-on lenses for my digital cameras over the years, I enjoy that theirs don't have the level of distortion that some other brands have. You get a pretty clean wide angle shot. It is HUGE and that was a shocker at first, but then this camera is my first dealing with a 74mm. I like that Sony puts this one in the padded bag because it makes a nice cushion in my camera bag between my camera and the hard plastic lens hood and adapter ring. (I love my camera bag so much that I kept it, even though I had to pull out most of the dividers due to the larger size of this camera from my previous, slim CyberShot) The only negative, and it is a fairly significant one, is that it DOES interfere with your flash. I have the Sony DSC-H50, which is built very similarly to the other reviewer's camera who also noted this problem. I tested it out using my flash and there was a HUGE half moon covering the entire bottom half of the shot. Bottom line - If you are not shooting with flash, it is an excellent addition to your H series camera. If you expect to use your flash you will NOT be able to use this lens effectively. I am not likely to shoot with flash very often, so I will still get a lot of use out of this lens. YMMV, however.
Customer Review: I love this lense
I have the Sony DSC-H9 and trust me It surely does add more width to your photo when taking pictures in a tight spot or when you need to get more out of your photo. The only I problem I had with it is when you want to zoom in the focus gets blurred, as well as the "auto burst" function is disabled when using the lense. But overall, whenever I go "out" to take pictures, I make sure I never leave home with out it :-)

Sony DSCS85 CyberShot 4.1MP Digital Still Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Here's a digital still camera for you, putting the power of creativity and the freedom to capture a moment just as you see it in your capable hands. If you thought you could only get true-to-life resolution, definitive control and stunning output from an SLR camera, check out Sony's DSC-S85 Cyber-shot camera. A digital still camera that combines exceptional control with extraordinary performance, the DSC-S85 is designed to deliver a huge array of impressive features. Its Super HAD CCD image sensor delivers an awesome 4.0 Effective (4.1 Gross) MP resolution, and the 3X optical/6X precision digital zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens puts the picture in your hands. Experiment with tons of built-in features or take your picture the old-fashioned way. Other features include an AF and AF Illuminator light that can briefly illuminate your photographs and provide you with sharp focus in low- or no-light conditions, a 40-step shutter priority (8 sec , 1/1000 sec), 13-step aperture priority (f2.0 , f 8.0), and full manual exposure option.
Customer Review: Good camera for it's time
This was my first digital camera, I've had it since 2001 and have taken over 3,000 pictures with it. The image quality is excellent, My biggest complaint is that the auto focus is sometimes erratic. I've had pictures sometimes end up out of focus for no reason, and it's not always obvious looking at the display. Battery life is good. Camera has a good selection of manual features, Auto white balance setting consistantly gives great results, Build quality is excellent, The shutter lag is slow compaired to newer cameras. A very good camera at it's time, Image quality is as good as most newer P&S cameras.
Customer Review: The best first camera
I got this camera as a gift 4 years ago and it's seen a lot of use since then. This was a great first time camera. I took wonderful pictures with its automatic settings and even better ones once I learned how to adjust them to the scene. Currently I'm upgrading. While I love this camera, there are much better prospects on the market now. This camera has downsides that come with age: -Size & weight are too much. It easily gets in my way. -Turn on time and delay between pictures have both made me miss many spur of the moment shots -Battery is big and obsolete. My biggest problem right now is I can't find the charger and if this camera only used AAs it wouldn't be such a big deal. When I can charge the batteries, they don't last very long. I always need to carry two fully charged ones if I'm going to be out for a day. Still, this camera taught me a lot about digital photography with just playing around with it. I don't think I'd have picked anything else that was out there 4 years ago.

Sony Cybershot DSCS60 4.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

As part of your search for a digital-camera for general use, the Sony DSC-S60 offers lots of features and value that make it worthy of your consideration. It has a special 4.1 megapixel Super HAD-CCD that provides maximum detail for optimal pictures. For simplicity, there's autofocus and auto-exposure modes. For creativity, you've got manual exposure and focus modes. With a Carl Zeiss Tessar 3x zoom lens and 2x digital-zoom enhancement, there's lots of opportunities to frame the best pictures around. Though all images are stored on optional Memory Stick(R) Media and Memory Stick(R) PRO Media memory cards, 32MB memory is built-in for immediate use. While you can get fantastic still pictures, the DSC-S60 can also capture video movie images at VGA quality (640 x 480) high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second), with sound. at lengths limited only by the capacity of the MemoryStick media. In other words, a great little digital-camera! AF (Auto Focus) Illuminator, Selectable Focus Mode, Pre-Flash Metering Slow Shutter Noise Reduction, Clear Color/Clear Luminance NR Audio/Video Output (Via Multi-Use Terminal) Adjustable Color/Saturation/Hue Live Histogram Display MPEG1 Cue, Review and Divide PictBridge Compatibility Picture Effects - Sepia, Black & White Selectable ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400 10 Second Self-Timer Microphone and Speaker Still Image Formats - Normal (JPEG Fine/Standard), Burst, Multi-Burst Unit Dimensions - 4 3/4 x 2 1/2 x 1 5/8 (96.6 x 64.4 x 40.1mm) / Weight - 7 oz (198g) Body; 8.7 oz. (249g) Body w/Batteries, Media, Wrist Strap We strongly urge getting AA rechargeable batteries and a 256MB (or higher) MemoryStick as optional accessories for this camera to allow best use
Customer Review: Solid camera, razor sharp pictures, sturdier than most digicams
I've owned two of these Sony DSC-S60 cameras. They are great performers for a low price (I bought both used). It is a little bulky, but the good part about that is, this camera holds up a lot better than many other "pocket" or subcompact cameras (which this isn't). Super-easy to use, easy-to-learn menu, and mostly razor-sharp pictures are a plus. Movie mode is also very good, and the images on the LCD display are much sharper & brighter than found on other small cameras such as Casio. And this camera can take a few bumps and keep working fine, unlike most! A worthy, solid performer.
Customer Review: Very good picture quality
This is a surprisingly very good camera. Though it is a 4MP camera, the picture quality is so much better than other 5 or 6MP cameras. We had the chance to do the comparison when we (with a group of friends) took a lot of pictures in the park using different types of cameras. The pics from the DSC-S60 was so much brighter and clearer. I guess the only problem with the DSC-S60 is that it is quite bulky (compared to similar models). It could be quite a pain carrying this around for a whole day.

Sony Cybershot DSCW100 8.1MP Digital Camera with 3 x Optical Zoom

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W100 is an ideal camera for starting out right in digital photography, combining the quality of 8.1 megapixels and Carl Zeiss 3X optical zoom, the performance of High Sensitivity mode for great low-light shots, the simplicity of on-screen Function Guide for easy setup, and the convenience of 64 MB Internal Memory for shooting images in-camera.
Customer Review: THE BEST CAMERA
I bought this camera last February, every year, I buy a different camera, each year a better one, On december 2006 I bought a $500.00, 10Mega Pixel digital camera to replace my 6MP, but after going to the store and seeing the SONY W100 I was hooked, I returned the other camera and bought this for $360.00! IT WASN'T easy buying this camera since it was so hard to get.!! Ive had it for a year and I LOVE IT! this is the fisrt year I havent bought a new camera..... ITS REALLY STURDY, AND IT FEELS GREAT IN MY HADNS, ALL THE BUTTONS ARE LOCATED VERY WELL AND EASY TO LOCATE!,, 8MP ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH, THE PICTURES COME OUT CRISP, VIVID COLORS AND ARE ALWAYS GREAT.. THE BEST THING THAT I LOVE ABOUT THIS CAMERA, IS THE REALLY HIGH ISO. ITS PERFECT, WHEN IM IN A WEDDING AND TAKING PICTURES WITH OUT FLASH THEY COME OUT SHARP NOT BLURRY AND CLEAR!! PERFECT.. i LOVE THIS CAMERA AND WOULDN'T TRADE IT FOR ANYTHING. I BOUGHT A 3 YEAR WARRANTY FOR IT WICH DID COST ME A LEG AND AN ARM, BUT THIS IS A CAMERA THAT I PLAN ON HAVING AND USING FOR A LONG TIME! ! THIS CAMERA IS THE BEST, IVE TRIED ALL CAMERAS FROM, FUJI, KODAK, HP, CASIO, POLAROID, CANON, NIKON, SAMSUNG, AND I SAID THAT I WOULD NEVER USE A SONY BECAUSE OF THE MEMORY CARDS.. BUT WHEN I TRIED THIS CAMERA,, MEMORY CARDS WHERE THE LAST THING ON MY MIND!!! LOVE IT!! RECOMENDED 100%%%% BUY IT! ----- IM GOING TO UPLOAD A FEW PHOTOS SO YOU CAN SEE THE QUALITY OF THE PICTURES!! ALL OF MY PICTURES WILL START WITH A TITLE OF '''DSDUARTE'''
Customer Review: So, so happy to have this camera - Merry Christmas to me!
I have used the heck out of this camera at work. I own the panasonic lumix (hubbie picked it out) and found it to be very hard to use. I was always taking blurry pics. Hubbie loves it but to me it's not user friendly. This camera is! We have the Cybershot 8.1 at work & I use it every chance I get. It takes wonderful pics. Way less blurry "group" shots than my Lumix. Has a much better image stabilizer. I am so happy with this camera. Hubbie still loves the lumix but this one works much better for me. So happy hubbie got it for me for Christmas! Really happy to know that he got it on ebay for about 1/4 the price.

Sony HVLF32X External AutoProgrammable Flash for MVCCD500D, DSCV1/V3/R1 Cameras

Sony HVL-F32X High Grade Flash - Get outstanding flash coverage of up to 48 feet with this Deluxe Sony High Grade Flash. Offers innovative built-in model light mode, manual lighting control for increased creativity and a bounce and tilt head with built-in diffuser for easy use. Advanced automatic TTL Pre-Flash exposure control is offered through the dedicated hot shoe connector. Pre-flash adjustment - detects appropriate exposure before firing flash Allows detection when conversion lens attached AF assist lamp allows AF photography even when subject is too dark Test flash - sets the focal length of light adjustment sensor by DSC data, then fires the test flash Red-eye reduction, bounce flash function, equipped with wide panel, modeling flashflash external for dscf828,717,707, cd500, v1
Customer Review: Great addition to a great camera!
I got my Sony DSC F828 a year and a half ago and have wanted an external flash for it since day one. The Sony HVLF32X is easy to use and I love the fact that you can change its angles for direct flash or ambient lighting. For this camera, the cable isn't needed so I just slid it on to the hot shoe location and it was good to go. It does have a decent turnaround between pictures, fast enough for me and I have a tendency to keep clicking. I haven't used it a whole lot, but so far I enjoy its ability to brighten pictures up without making them look like you're using a flash. I'm still an amateur but I think the quality of my pictures will greatly improve with the use of the flash - much more effective than the flash on my camera. This flash is definitely worth the money if it's an accessory you are interested in.
Customer Review: night and day
Sony HVLF32X External AutoProgrammable Flash for MVCCD500D, DSCV1/V3/R1 Cameras this flash unit is very easy to set up and use. just make sure your camera is off when you attach the flash unit, otherwise it will not work right for a minute or two. read instructions. it comes with a built in diffuser stashed in the top of the flash body. the pictures i've taken with the HVLF32X blows the built in away, like night and day. the improvement is greater than i expected, with the diffuser and the pivoting flash head i can eliminate shadows and no more uneven light saturation on the subject or object you are shooting. this an easy way to improve your flash pictures especially if your an amature like myself. also comes with a side extension rig that mounts under the camera where the tripod goes, then the tripod mounts to the flash rig if you choose. very versetile unit. i am very happy with my purchase, the improvement in my photo's exceeds the cost of the HVLF32X. ps. it also adapts to the lenses you use in your camera.

SONY 7.0 Megapixel DSCT50 Cyber-shot(R) Digital Camera ( Red )

The DSC-T50 Ultra-compact 7.2 Megapixel digital camera is doubly effective at reducing blur. The Clear Photo LCD Plus Screen Display with simple touch-screen operation makes taking spectacular pictures easier than ever and easy to share your photos as slide shows set to music with family and friends. Featuring Super SteadyShot(R) Optical Image Stabilization and high ISO sensitivity, the DSC-T50 captures beautiful shots without a flash where a flash is not permitted or might disrupt the mood. The DSC-T50 also comes equipped with a precision Carl Zeiss 3x Optical, 2x Digital zoom lens and 56 MB internal memory for capturing images without a flash memory card. With the advanced Sony Super HAD(TM) (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design, more light passes to each pixel for increased sensitivity and reduced noise. A supplied NP-FR1 InfoLithium(R) rechargeable battery lets you shoot up to 400 pictures on a full charge and shows you about how much shooting time remains. The DSC-T50 can capture VGA (640 x 480) audio & video clips at high frame rate up to 30 frames per second. Self Timer - 10 seconds, 2 seconds and off Burst Mode - 5 Shot at 1.11 fps, 100 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Power Save Mode after approximately 3 minutes of inactivity Scene Modes - Beach, Fireworks, High Sensitivity, High Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Audio & Video Outputs via Supplied Multi-connector Cable USB Port via Supplied Multi-connector Cable Shutter Speed - 1/4-1/1000 seconds (Auto), 1- 1/1000 seconds (Program Auto) Supplied InfoLithium(R) Ion Battery has approximately 400 pictures OS Compatibility - Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, ME, XP Home and Professional Unit Dimensions - 3 3/4 x 2 1/4 x 15/16 inch, 95 x 56.5 x 23.3mm Unit Weight - 6.2 ounces (170 grams) includes battery & media
Customer Review: This is a great little camera
I bought this camera (in its previous model T30) last summer and it takes excellent photos and video clips. It is very small and easy to carry in a pocket. The instructions are easy to follow. I wanted the smallest one I could find with the largest screen (3 inches) so I could see the image clearly. My car was broken into while I was traveling, so I replaced it with the T50 and it is every bit as good as the older one. The red is distinctive, too. The photos print out in excellent color. I am not very camera savvy, but this fits the bill perfectly. I don't have the time or interest in learning about the finer points of photography and I don't want to deal with a heavier SLR, so I plan on keeping this for a very long time.
Customer Review: Attractive, Reliable, and User-Friendly
Wow. This camera is a masterpeice. I've had it for over a month now and am more satisfied than I ever could have imagined. Red is such an attractive color as well. In summary: Professional quality camera fused with an extremly portable one. No bulky lens means this one is perfect to slip in your pocket before a day at the beach.

Sony DSCP51 Cyber-shot 2MP Digital Camera w/ 2x Optical Zoom

Sony's affordable DSC-P51 combines a 2-megapixel sensor, 2x zoom lens, and AA battery power in a pocket-sized package. If you're shopping for a family point-and-shoot that's easy to use, versatile, and small enough to take anywhere, the P51 is a great choice.Optics and ResolutionThe DSC-P51's 2-megapixel sensor captures enough detail for sharp prints at sizes up to 8 by 10 inches. For the typical family photographer, 2 megapixels is a great balance between price and performance. If you want a camera with even more resolution, you'll need to step up to a 3- or 4-megapixel model like the DSC-P71 or DSC-P9.The autofocus lens features both a 2x optical zoom and a 3x digital zoom. Remember, however, that digital zoom tends to reduce the sharpness and detail of your image, so it's a good idea to use it sparingly. In low-light situations (a particular weakness for many digital cameras), a focus-assist lamp sends out a small patterned beam to help the camera accurately determine distance, and special circuitry automatically reduces the "static" that typically plagues nighttime digital shots.To compose your images, either use the traditional camera viewfinder or the 1.6-inch LCD display (which is also used to review the shots you've taken). Having both types of viewfinders offers the best of both worlds: if you're used to using a film camera or want to conserve battery life, use the viewfinder. If you want to see exactly the picture you'll be capturing, use the LCD display.More FeaturesThough the P51 is designed for point-and-shoot simplicity, there are several options for more adventurous photographers, including manual focus with macro, adjustable ISO and white-balance settings, exposure compensation, and the ability to shoot black-and-white, sepia, solarized, and negative images. PowerThe P51 uses two AA batteries--a pair of high-capacity nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeables and cha
Customer Review: GREAT DIGITAL CAMERA FROM SONY.
I BOUGHT THIS CAMERA AT BEST BUY IN BROOKLYN NY. I NEVER HAD ONE SINGLE PROBLEM WITH IT YET. I DO NOT KNOW WHY PEOPLE ARE COMPLANING ABOUT A BLACK SCREEN? I NEVER SEEN OR HEARD ABOUT IT TILL I READ THE REVIEWS. I HAVE HAD THIS CAMERA SINCE DECEMBER OF 2002. GREAT PICS. YOU SEE RESULTS WITHIN SECONDS ON THE LCD SCREEN. I HAVE UPLOADED SO MAY PICS. FOR WEDDINGS, PARTIES, CONFIRMATIONS, ETC....ONE REVIEW SAID, HE DID NOT WANT TO BUY SONY PRODUCTS ANYMORE? I HAVE MOST EVERY ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT FROM BOOMBOXES TO A 32 INCH STEREO TV. I WOULD NOT THINK TWICE ABOUT BUYING A SONY PRODUCT. I AM ALSO THINKING ABOUT BUYING A NEWER VERSION OF A SONY CYBERSHOT, MAYBE A SMALLER VERSION. THANK YOU. I HOPE THIS HELPS
Customer Review: Black Screen Recalled (finally)
Sony has finally recalled this and other models for the black LCD screen problem. Other models being recalled include those listed here: http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1128703521.html To issue the recall work order, call Sony 1-866-703-7669. I had just gone through the process, and it was rather painless. Hope this helps!

Sony Cybershot DSCW300 13.6MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot

The DSC-W300 includes a wide range of convenient features, including Smile Shutter Mode, which captures smiles the moment they happen. The compact and scratch-resistant titanium-coated body features an astounding 13.6-Megapixel resolution, 2.7" Clear Photo LCD display, Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens, and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution for crisp, clear images. In addition, it has Face Detection technology that optimizes flash, focus, exposure and color for up to eight faces, as well as Intelligent Scene Recognition that automatically detects five different types of scenes and takes a picture with the optimal camera settings. Lens Construction - 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Focal Length - 7.6-22.8mm 35mm Equivalent - 35 - 105mm 9-Area Multi-Point Auto Focus - AF, Center AF, and Spot AF Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/2,000) / Program Auto (1- 1/2,000) / Manual (30- 1/1,000) Aperture Range - Auto (f2.8-f16) / Program Auto (f2.8-f16) Filter Diameter - 74mm with Adapter Ring Color Modes - Normal, Vivid, Real, Black & White, and Sepia Red-Eye Reduction Self-Timer - 10 seconds, 2 seconds, and off White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Incandescent, Flash, and One Push - One Set Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), 320 (QVGA, 320 x 240, 8.3fps) Scene Modes - Beach, Extra High-speed Burst, Extra High Sensitivity, Fireworks, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Easy Shooting, Manual Exposure, Movie, High Sensitivity, Smile Shutter, and Underwater Flash Modes - Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, and Slow Synch Dimensions - 3 23/32 x 2 1/32 x 1 1/64 (94.3x59x26.8mm) Weight - 5.5 ounces (156 grams) Body only
Customer Review: Warning: Some Reviewers May Work For Canon
I am disturbed that one of the poor reviews was from a person who reviewed the camera before it was even released. He gave the camera three stars. Official camera reviewing sites on the web have rated this camera one of the top compacts. There are a lot of Canon camera lovers (aka Canon fanboys) who post negative reviews of other brands, giving low scores to cameras they have never even held. Take one or two highly negative views with a grain of salt when the vast majority are positive...
Customer Review: Good camera, limited battery life
Pros: small and easily trasportable, compact. Nice options for settings, but not extensive for a camera of this price. Tough, neat-looking camera. Cons: make sure you buy extra (at least one if not more) backup batteries. This camera will go through a battery in record time. And, it will stop functioning even before the camera icon indicates that it is totally discharged. The only warning you get is that it will stop focusing, and audible tones are not heard. I like Sony and this is a great camera, but for the price I would have expected more. The pictures are good, but I was expecting much higher quality due to the advertized high pixels. My Canon Powershot A700, 6.0 mega pixel, takes the same quality picture for a lot less cost.

Sony Cybershot DSCF88 5MP Digital Camera with 3x optical Zoom

Sony, the market leader in consumer digital cameras, has blended the fun of a rotating lens with the speed and clarity of a five-megapixel Cyber-shot digital still camera in the new DSC-F88 model.The F88 camera's compact, all-metal body is fitted with an internal Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar 3X optical zoom lens that allows it to rotate 300 degrees, so you can see your pose in the camera's 1.8-inch LCD screen before snapping the picture, providing you with a flexible shooting style.There are several interesting flexible angles you can capture with the F88 camera's rotating lens including waist level and above-the-head shots. Its ability to rotate makes the camera perfect for hard-to-obtain low angle candid shots and for taking above-the-head close-up shots during crowded events.Creative shots can also be captured with the camera's self-timer feature. Set the camera on table, angle the lens as needed and trigger the self-timer for steady, professional self-portraits.Another feature of the F88 is the camera's optical eye level viewfinder that, when the lens is rotated, allows you to focus in on your subjects while they view the LCD and adjust their pose assuring they will be happy with their picture.The camera's 5.1 megapixel CCD image sensor ensures great picture quality while the camera's Sony Real Imaging Processor makes it blazingly fast with a near immediate start-up and very fast shot-to-shot time so you can capture memories as they happen.The F88 employs a rechargeable InfoLithium battery system for quick recharging time, which means that you will spend less time charging and more time taking pictures. The new camera also accepts both the Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO memory cards.
Customer Review: SONY RULES !!
As I expected, SONY came thru again with just another superb Product ! I have taken Hundreds of excellent photos and continue to be awed by the flawless respomse this camera provides ! You don't have to spend a fortune to get the best quality. Thank you SONY for making my life much more exciting !!
Customer Review: They brought back the swivel lens!
I owned one of Sony's first digital cameras. It had the beloved swivel lens. No flimsy lcd screen that flips out, if you want to take a nice picture of yourself and a friend. When I saw this camera at my local CompUSA, I pounced on it. I am getting married in December, and want to make sure I have decent pictures. That is what the swivel lens is good for. I am planning on using it to make sure my hair/make-up is camera friendly. Those pictures stay with you for life! Beyond vainity, this is a great point and click camera. It also is great at taking movies with audio. The camera will play the movie, including audio. This is a feature that is a lot of fun. I'm not taking pictures to be an artist. I just want a camera to capture moments with my friends. This is the perfect camera for that.

Sony Cybershot DSCW150 8.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Silver)

Take stunning shots in a variety of conditions. The Sony DSC-W150 Cyber-shot(R) 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera features an Intelligent Scene mode, which automatically selects the right settings for your environment. Smile Shutter technology lets you instantly capture smiles the moment they happen. A Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution provide crisp, clear images. Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto-focus measures the focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 for a greater creative freedom to compose your image. A large, bright 2.7" Clear Photo LCD display includes an anti-reflective coating that provides for excellent visibility to help you compose, view, and share photos with superb clarity and color reproduction, even in bright sunlight. Face Detection technology automatically controls focus, exposure, color, and flash to help reveal faces in shadows, make skin tones look more natural, reduce red-eye, and eliminate harsh facial glare, so your photos bring out every expression on every face in every shot. A built-in optical viewfinder lets you compose your photos in traditional rangefinder camera style and helps save battery power by turning off your LCD display. Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1 - 1/1,600) ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200 Flash Modes - Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, and Flash Off Scene Modes - Auto, Easy Shooting, Program Auto, Movie, High Sensitivity, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Smile Shutter, and Underwater Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), 320 (QVGA, 320 x 240, Approx.8.3fps) Operating System - Microsoft 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional, Macintosh OS 9.1, 9.2, and OS X (10.0-10.4)
Customer Review: This camera rocks
I bought this to replace my lost Canon A510. This camera takes pictures fast. The images are clean and crisp outdoors. But again indoor shots will always get screwed under low lighting with all the point and shoots. The LCD is bright and sharp (thanks to the big, high resolution display). Pros: 1. Clean and crisp outdoor images. 2. Very fast auto focus. 3. Decent image quality indoors in good lighting. 4. Menu and settings organization is good. 5. Lots of retouch options. 6. DRO works awesome. 7. Macro mode is too good for a point and shoot. Cons: 1. Need to press too much buttons for a simple task. 2. Playback is slow and starts up very slowly too. 3. Purple streaks in the LCD when viewed against a bright light source. They don't appear in the pictures, but still viewable in video. 4. Noisy indoor images under average/ low lighting. 5. Buttons are tiny and mode dial looks cheap. 6. Proprietary USB connector. 7. White balance is not effective.
Customer Review: Very delighted
I'm very pleased with the camera after taking more than 200 shots in a little amount of time. The Auto mode is really useful but where the camera really shines is in the program area. Great photo results with just little tweaks. Oh, and the Smile Shutter is more useful than it seems, specially when taking those pesky baby smile pictures.

Sony Cybershot DSC-H7 8.1MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

Though not considered a compact digital-camera model, the focal length of this camera offers amazing versatility. Shoot dramatic close-ups and sharp fast-action shots with the 8.1 megapixel Cyber-shot(R) DSC-H7 digital camera. The Carl Zeiss 15X (35mm film equivalent to 31 - 465 mm) optical zoom and Advanced Sports Mode with high shutter speed are perfect for crisp long shots and excellent detail when shooting at sporting events. Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization and high-sensitivity (ISO 3200) mode reduce blur when shooting without a flash and Face Detection technology brings out the best in faces. You can also manually control the exposure and focus of the DSC-H7, making it ideal for more artistic shots. And with HD (high definition) output, photos can look even more spectacular when you share them with friends and family on HDTV screens. For more creative freedom, a simple wheel-dial control lets you quickly change camera settings in manual modes (shutter speed priority, aperture priority, manual exposure) and also control ISO sensitivity, focus area, and exposure value. In play mode, the wheel dial provides a quick way to view your next or previous shot. ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Shutter Speed - 1/4-1/4000 sec. (Auto), 1-1/4000 sec. (Program Auto), 8 - 1/2000 (Aperture Priority), 30 - 1/4000 (Manual/Shutter Priority) Electronic-flash 1080i HD mode In-Camera Editing Dimensions - 4.31 W x 3.31 H x 3.38 D
Customer Review: Good product
I bought two of these cameras. First one works great, nice pictures, clear, no problems so far. The second one i just received in the mail and i must tell you... THE BOX WAS OPEN (stickers were torn off, etc. ) when i received it. Can't find a phone number for Amazon.com anywhere to speak to someone about why the box was open. Very disapointed in Amazon about not providing the phone number. They jerk you around back and forth with FAQ but there is no phone number and my issue is not covered in FAQ. I hope there are no problems with this camera because I wouldn't know where to even start without a phone number and we all know how sending e-mails about a problem goes. Good Luck
Customer Review: Not as good as H1 or H2 - but still decent
I have owned the H1 and H2 and they are superior in quality compared to this camera. I use the H7 for work and bought it as a replacement for the H2 when the H2's shutter button stopped working. I have the H1 as my personal camera and it is by far the best in quality. My main concerns with the H7 are that it activates the flash when it doesn't seem to be necessary, the optics don't seem to be as good as the two previous models and the camera just feels "cheaper" by comparison. When I took pictures with the other cameras, I got some amazing shots. Like my dog's whiskers in perfect focus from across the room. If you can get a hold of an H1 somewhere, jump on it.

Sony Cybershot DSCW150/R 8.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Red)

Take stunning shots in a variety of conditions. The Sony DSC-W150 Cyber-shot(R) 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera features an Intelligent Scene mode, which automatically selects the right settings for your environment. Smile Shutter technology lets you instantly capture smiles the moment they happen. A Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution provide crisp, clear images. Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto-focus measures the focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 for a greater creative freedom to compose your image. A large, bright 2.7" Clear Photo LCD display includes an anti-reflective coating that provides for excellent visibility to help you compose, view, and share photos with superb clarity and color reproduction, even in bright sunlight. Face Detection technology automatically controls focus, exposure, color, and flash to help reveal faces in shadows, make skin tones look more natural, reduce red-eye, and eliminate harsh facial glare, so your photos bring out every expression on every face in every shot. A built-in optical viewfinder lets you compose your photos in traditional rangefinder camera style and helps save battery power by turning off your LCD display. Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1 - 1/1,600) ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200 Flash Modes - Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, and Flash Off Scene Modes - Auto, Easy Shooting, Program Auto, Movie, High Sensitivity, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Smile Shutter, and Underwater Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), 320 (QVGA, 320 x 240, Approx.8.3fps) Operating System - Microsoft 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional, Macintosh OS 9.1, 9.2, and OS X (10.0-10.4)
Customer Review: This camera rocks
I bought this to replace my lost Canon A510. This camera takes pictures fast. The images are clean and crisp outdoors. But again indoor shots will always get screwed under low lighting with all the point and shoots. The LCD is bright and sharp (thanks to the big, high resolution display). Pros: 1. Clean and crisp outdoor images. 2. Very fast auto focus. 3. Decent image quality indoors in good lighting. 4. Menu and settings organization is good. 5. Lots of retouch options. 6. DRO works awesome. 7. Macro mode is too good for a point and shoot. Cons: 1. Need to press too much buttons for a simple task. 2. Playback is slow and starts up very slowly too. 3. Purple streaks in the LCD when viewed against a bright light source. They don't appear in the pictures, but still viewable in video. 4. Noisy indoor images under average/ low lighting. 5. Buttons are tiny and mode dial looks cheap. 6. Proprietary USB connector. 7. White balance is not effective.
Customer Review: Very delighted
I'm very pleased with the camera after taking more than 200 shots in a little amount of time. The Auto mode is really useful but where the camera really shines is in the program area. Great photo results with just little tweaks. Oh, and the Smile Shutter is more useful than it seems, specially when taking those pesky baby smile pictures.

Sony MVC-FD90 Mavica 1.2MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Zoom

The Sony Mavica MVC-FD90 digital camera combines a powerful 8x optical zoom lens with a respectable 1.3-megapixel CCD. The camera also features an MPEG movie mode, audio annotation for your images, and a manual focus ring. The built-in flash features red-eye reduction and night-synch modes. Built-in zoom, trim, and resize functions encourage manipulation of the images while they are still in the camera. For maximum image resolution, the camera also includes an interpolated 1.6-megapixel image setting. Users compose images by viewing the 2.5-inch color LCD monitor on the back of the camera. This monitor also reveals the remaining shooting time in minutes, a well as having indicators for flash, focus, and other functions.

Like most of the other cameras in the Mavica line, the MVC-FD90 uses floppy disks to store photos. At maximum image quality, five images fit on one floppy. At the other end of the spectrum is the e-mail setting, which captures 80 images at 320 x 240 resolution on a single disk. To address concerns about the limited number of photos one can store on a low-capacity floppy disk, Sony has devised a high-capacity solution: the camera will accept the MSAC-FD2M floppy adapter, a device that looks like a floppy disk. Sony's Memory Stick (available in capacities up to 64 MB) slides into the adapter, and the adapter slides into the camera's floppy drive, essentially giving you a 64 MB floppy disk.

The package includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, a battery charger, a shoulder belt, AV cable, and ArcSoft PhotoStudio software for Windows.
Customer Review: The Best Camera on the Market for eBay
I am an eBay dealer in antiques, coins and collectibles of every stripe. My camera is a key component of my livelihood, and I can say unequivocally that the FD90 is the best camera for online merchandise photos out there. It may be a little bulky for outdoor everyday use, and the internal charger would be quite limiting for a vacation camera. But I never unplug my camera, so that makes no difference to me. There is no more convenient medium for storing and ultimately editing photos than a floppy disk. It eliminates steps, and when you are doing 20 or 30 items at a time, it can make a real difference. But the big advantage is the quality of the photos. My shots are demonstrably better than my competitors (my eBay seller ID is auktiononline_com so check for yourself). This camera has the all important macro feature for closeups, and I still marvel at the clarity of the closeups. I can easily show the flaws on a coin or a baseball card. As for reliablity, AI have taken thousands upon thousands of shots with my FD90 over the last 3 years with no mechanical problems whatsoever.
Customer Review: easy to use
I have one and the led screen got broken and want to replace because of the ease to use. The pictures come out like a professionals when printed if right settings are used. Absolutely would recomend to most novice of photographers.

Sony Cybershot DSCW120/B 7.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Black)

The 7.2-Megapixel Cyber-shot(R) W120 features innovative Smile Shutter technology, which photographs smiles as they happen. A Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom lens provides high quality close-ups, while Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution gives you crisp, clear images. The advanced Sony Super HAD(TM) (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto focus measures the focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 giving you greater creative freedom to compose your image. The large, bright 2.5" TFT LCD display makes it easy to compose shots, check results, and read menus in sharp natural color, even in bright sunlight. Face Detection technology automatically controls focus, exposure, color, and flash to help reveal faces in shadows, make skin tones look more natural, reduce red-eye, and eliminate harsh facial glare, so your photos bring out every expression on every face in every shot. Super SteadyShot(R) Image Stabilization compensates for shaky hands and minimizes blur with optical sensors that detect camera movement and send correcting signals to a stabilization lens. Aperture Range - Auto (F2.8-F14 with ND Filter) / Program Auto (F2.8-F14 with ND Filter) Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1 - 1/1,600) Flash Modes - Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, and Slow Synch Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), Presentation (320 x 240 at 8fps) Scene Modes - Auto, Easy Shooting, Program Auto, Movie, High Sensitivity, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, and Smile Shutter Operating System - Microsoft 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional, Macintosh OS 9.1, 9.2, OS X (10.0-10.4)
Customer Review: E:91:01
Recently I bought this camera, and two days later I found this error E:91:01 (The flash did not work since the begining),Now none knows what it is, and I am not living in USA any more, so now I'm looking for a Technical service to solve my problem. I'm really dissapointed on this product and I'm still trying to contact the seller to find out what can I do. The most incredible thing was that when I started to find out on the net about this problem and I could see that this problem has existed since before models. I'M TOO DISSAPOINTED ON THIS PRODUCT because this error
Customer Review: A Nice camera but not for everybody
This is a nice camera{I got the Blue version that is prettier} This camera takes very nice pictures but If you're looking for something kind of professional Then this one is not for you. This is a simple camera for someone who will upload pictures to Facebook, Windows Live Spaces or My Space and will print some pictures. This is not like the Sony Cybershot W300 that is 13.6 Megapixels, This one is a nice camera for simple use. I am still getting used to it because it's kind of complicated to handle but still I feel I will use this camera a long time...

Sony MVC-FD88 Mavica 1.2MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Zoom

The selling point of Sony's Mavica digital cameras is that images are stored on an ordinary 3.5-inch floppy disk, rather than on little memory cards. That means there's no expensive accessories to buy.The MVCFD88 is a megapixel camera with a true resolution of 1280 x 960, giving it a pixel count of about 1.2 million. That's enough to allow decent-looking printouts at typical snapshot sizes (4x6). In addition to its still-image function, the camera has a built-in microphone and can capture up to 60 seconds of motion video in MPG format with 160 x 112 pixels; video recording up to 15 seconds in MPG format with 320 x 240 pixels; sound recording up to 5 seconds per image. A nice feature found throughout the Mavica line is a disk copy function. It uses the internal memory as a temporary cache, allowing you to copy the entire contents of a floppy onto another disk even when you're not at a computer.
Customer Review: Bullet Proof Beast
yep, it's big and heavy. but this is the camera i keep coming back to after having it 6 years... i have owned an HP and a Casio. the HP stunk and the Casio is a tiny delight. but the Sony was my first. it simply works. well. simply. competently. not every computer around has card slots and having a camera that uses floppy disks has been helpful. it is especially good for pictures for eBay and email. good quality photos with a small file size. so, if you see a good looking, working specimen go ahead and buy it and give digital photography a try!
Customer Review: Leave your 35mm at home
The MVC-FD88 is the best camera I've ever used. We've now left behind our old 35mm camera in favor of using this exclusively. The camera takes excellent, very high quality pictures, indistinguishable from a good quality 35mm. Resolution is excellent, pictures taken both in low light and bright light show good color results. Used with Microsoft's Picture It software, this is a top line camera. On our recent trip, we took over 300 pictures using this camera. I've never gotten such a high percentage of shots that were excellent before. Some important points: Use of the floppies for storage is perfect. We took twice as many as we expected to use on an overseas trip recently and began to run out. No problem, the nearest computer store had plenty at reasonable prices. The original battery life isn't really sufficient for the heavy user, purchase of the newer longer life battery is a big boost. A UV filter is also a boost just like with a standard 35mm, particularly on very bright days. The LCD is sometimes hard to see in very bright light, a viewfinder for those occasions would help. (However, I find I get better composition with the LCD in general since I can see greater detail.) Storage time on the camera can be somewhat slow when using poor quality floppies. It's worth investing in slightly more expensive, higher quality floppies to ensure the 2 sec recording time. Overall, a definite 5 star camera.

Sony Cybershot DSCW55 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Pink)

7.2 Megapixel of detail and definition gives you the option of large prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Super HAD(TM) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Top-quality Carl Zeiss lens helps you bring you subject closer and frame shots quickly for better compositions, ideal for family sporting events, outdoor fun and travel photos. Check your composition shots on the large, bright 2.5-inch LCD Screen, share your photos on location or video the setup menu even in full sunlight. Even shoot in low light with the high sensitivity ISO 1000. Original Clear RAW Noise Reduction helps suppress color noise. 56MB of Internal Memory let's you start shooting right away. Then, when you're ready, upload you pictures onto a Memory Stick(R) Duo media or PC for printing. Capture VGA 640x480 video clips with audio athigh frame rates up to 30 frames per second with length limited only by the capacity of my media. Get up to 380 shots with a fully charged NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery. Enough for a long weekend or a whole vacation. Burst Mode let's you shoot up to 64 shots at VGA Standard Mode. High Sensitivity ISO 1000 Clear RAW Noise Reduction Burst and MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent and Flash Self Timer - 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds and Off Red-Eye Reduction Up to 64 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Burst Mode Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine with Audio at 30 fps 640x480 Optical Viewfinder 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Lens Construction 35mm Equivalent - 38-114mm Shutter Speed - 1/8-1/2000 seconds 1/3 EV Step Increments Exposure Compensation Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1000 ISO Battery Capacity - 3.6V, 960 mAh Dimensions - 3.5 x 2.25 x0.875 inch, 89mm x57mm x 23mm Weight - 4.2 ou
Customer Review: Worth the money?...maybe. Worth your time trying to figure out how to download the pictures onto your computer?...no.
I loved the camera until I couldn't download the pictures onto the computer. Why buy such a great camera for such a great price that wont even let you download the pictures onto your computer?...because all it leads to is great disappointment. I think a great picture phone would even be better than this camera.
Customer Review: warning
I bought this camera last december for an incredible price, it's a wonderful camera, worthy the money I paid for it BUT...you need to be warned, today my camera just stopped working for no apparent reason, when I turn on the camera the lens come out and go back at least 3 times, an "access" legend appears on the screen and finally the camera starts beeping and says turn off and turn on again, you can go and see the stored pictures but you can't take pictures anymore. The reason I am warning you is because while searching ways to fix it I learned that this is a very common problem with this camera, SONY needs to take care of this issue.

Sony Cybershot DSCW55 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Black)

7.2 Megapixel of detail and definition gives you the option of large prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Super HAD(TM) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Top-quality Carl Zeiss lens helps you bring you subject closer and frame shots quickly for better compositions, ideal for family sporting events, outdoor fun and travel photos. Check your composition shots on the large, bright 2.5-inch LCD Screen, share your photos on location or video the setup menu even in full sunlight. Even shoot in low light with the high sensitivity ISO 1000. Original Clear RAW Noise Reduction helps suppress color noise. 56MB of Internal Memory let's you start shooting right away. Then, when you're ready, upload you pictures onto a Memory Stick(R) Duo media or PC for printing. Capture VGA 640x480 video clips with audio at high frame rates up to 30 frames per second with length limited only by the capacity of my media. Get up to 380 shots with a fully charged NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery. Enough for a long weekend or a whole vacation. Burst Mode let's you shoot up to 64 shots at VGA Standard Mode. High Sensitivity ISO 1000 Clear RAW Noise Reduction Burst and MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent and Flash Self Timer - 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds and Off Red-Eye Reduction Up to 64 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Burst Mode Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine with Audio at 30 fps 640x480 Optical Viewfinder 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Lens Construction 35mm Equivalent - 38-114mm Shutter Speed - 1/8-1/2000 seconds 1/3 EV Step Increments Exposure Compensation Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1000 ISO Battery Capacity - 3.6V, 960 mAh Dimensions - 3.5 x 2.25 x 0.875 inch, 89mm x57mm x 23mm Weight - 4.2 ou
Customer Review: Worth the money?...maybe. Worth your time trying to figure out how to download the pictures onto your computer?...no.
I loved the camera until I couldn't download the pictures onto the computer. Why buy such a great camera for such a great price that wont even let you download the pictures onto your computer?...because all it leads to is great disappointment. I think a great picture phone would even be better than this camera.
Customer Review: warning
I bought this camera last december for an incredible price, it's a wonderful camera, worthy the money I paid for it BUT...you need to be warned, today my camera just stopped working for no apparent reason, when I turn on the camera the lens come out and go back at least 3 times, an "access" legend appears on the screen and finally the camera starts beeping and says turn off and turn on again, you can go and see the stored pictures but you can't take pictures anymore. The reason I am warning you is because while searching ways to fix it I learned that this is a very common problem with this camera, SONY needs to take care of this issue.

Sony Alpha A200W 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 and 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lenses

Set your creativity free. The Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A200 camera is poised to welcome you into the exciting world of DSLR performance. A DT(R) 18-70mm and a 75-300mm lens are included here, as well as superb 10.2 megapixel imaging, high-sensitivity shooting, and Super SteadyShot(R) in-camera image stabilization that reduces blur with a brilliant array of Sony, Carl Zeiss and Minolta a-mount lenses. It's fast, lightweight and incredibly easy to operate, with a large 2.7" LCD screen, simple Function Guide menu display and Creative Style settings to fine-tune camera performance. The powerful Bionz processing engine is also included to increase response time. Built-in ElectronicFlash - Built-in Auto Pop-up - Auto, Fill-flash, Rear flash sync, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Wireless off camera flash (with Flash HVL-F56AM, F36AM) Self-Timer modes Adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness settings for any of 8 finishing styles -- including Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night View, Sunset, B & W and Adobe RGB modes Accepts CompactFlash Type I/II media and Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media via an optional adaptor Unit Dimensions (Approx.) (WHD) 5 3/16 x 3 7/8 x 2 13/16 (130.8 x 98.5 x 71.3 mm) / 1 pound 2.8 ounces Comes with DT(R) 18-70mm f3.5 Zoom lens (27 - 105 35mm eq), 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Compact Super Telephoto Zoom lens; NP-FM500H rechargeable battery (7.2V, 1600 mAh; CIPA standard - approx. 750 pictures); BC-VM10 battery charger; Video and USB cables; Shoulder strap with eyepiece cap and Remote Commander(R) clip; Body cap; Software/USB Driver CD-ROM; Sony USA 1-Year Parts and Labor Warranty documentation
Customer Review: Great Camera
For a new user diving into the world of SLR , I think this is probably the best buy I could have made.I am using the kit lens as well as a 70-300 and the pictures are clear and very sharp.The Stabilisation on the body also helps when using in low light and telephoto. ALL IN ALL , A GREAT BUY !
Customer Review: Best choice for the first time dslr buyer who wants to stay amateur/ hobbyist
This one is for first time dslr buyers who do not want to go the nikon or canon way, yeah theres olympus, pentax, lumix, so on...so whats special about the Sony A200? The A100 has proved that Sony can live up to the levels of the big players. The A200 has a feature set for a price a 100-300 $ cheaper than rivals... ....thats not it.... I made up my mind on the A200 only after I played with in the store, it felt great on my hands, more like a mid range than entry level, and the most ergonomic. Do not decide solely on internet reviews and flickr images, you have to feel and handle a camera before you buy, and then you can decide if you really want to spend an extra 300 on the canon. Picture quality is much better than the best point and shoots, but the bundled lens is average. Like any dslr you have to invest in better lenses, may be next year..... Its a great choice for an entry dslr to learn and grow with.

Sony Cybershot DSC-M2 5.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Wide Zoom

With this 2-in-1 Cyber-shot, combining still photograph and movie-making capabilities, you can have it all! The Sony Cyber-shot M2 is the perfect futuristic accessory for impressing your friends: switch in moments from photo to movie mode and back and shoot live footage or quality stills wherever you are. The Sony Cyber-shot M2 features 5.1 effective megapixel resolution and a high-quality movie mode (MPEG-4 recording) in a stylish, ergonomically designed camera. It combines the best of both worlds: quality photography is guaranteed thanks to the 5.1 effective megapixel Super HAD CCD, a large and bright 2.5-inch hybrid LCD screen and a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar folded-path 3x optical zoom lens. In addition, it gives you casual movie-shooting capabilities, allowing you to capture up to 50 minutes of good-quality footage on a Memory Stick PRO Duo with one charge of the supplied InfoLITHIUM battery. A gentle push on the LCD frame flips the DSC-M2's LCD panel 90 degrees clockwise and then turns the power on simultaneously.Features Slide Show + Movie, enabling you to create a slide show with various melodies and effects, and Pocket Album which allows you to save a maximum of 1, 100 still images to the internal memory. Also with Cyber-shot Station so you can use the DSC-M2 as a viewer for watching your slide show or movie by setting the camera on the cradle.
Customer Review: Simply beautiful
This is the most aesthetic camera I have ever seen, the vertical design allows one hand operation without the risk of dropping it, perfect for having fun at parties or vacation. PROS: Easy to use. BIG shooting buttons! (not the ones you have to press with toothpick fingers on other cameras). Long last battery. Not too big files. Pretty descent video/photo quality. CONS: Fragile (simply get a good case). Not a Professional camera (if that's what you're looking for), only 5mp 3x zoom. Zooming should be associated with the jog control during camera mode. I wish Sony make new improved models of hybrid cameras. Meanwhile I'm really happy with my DSC-M2.
Customer Review: GREAT CAMERA BUT DELICATE
THIS CAMERA WAS GREAT FOR THE 1YR AND 3 MONTHS THAT I HAD THE CAMERA IN PERFECT CONDITION. FIRST OF ALL YOU NEED TO GET A CARRYING CASE FOR IT IF NOT U ARE GONNA GO THROUGH WHAT IM GOING THRU. THE SLIDE CLICK WHEEL(fwd button) TO CHANGE PICS AND VIDEOS WHEN IN VIEWING THEM SNAPPED OFF AN BROKE ON ME. THE CAMERA BEEN ACTING FUNNY ON ME LIKE LOCKING UP ON ME AND WONT CHANGE MODES, IT WONT STOP RECORDING VIDEO AFTER I PRESS THE VIDEO BUTTON AGAIN, AND WHEN IM VIEWING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS THE CAMERA SOMETIMES STARTS SWITCHING AUTOMATICALLY FROM PHOTO TO PHOTO OR VIDEO FROM VIDEO WHEN IN VIEWING MODE. THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE CAMERA WHEN ACTING LIKE THIS IS TURNING IT OFF AND ON AGAIN BUT SOMETIMES I STARTS TO ACT THE SAME WAY SHORTLY AFTER, THIS IS STARTING TO GET FRUSTRATING SO I WAS WONDERING IF SONY SELLS ADDITIONAL PARTS LIKE THIS OR DO I NEED NEED TO REPLACE THE CAMERA.

Sony Cybershot DSCW55 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Blue)

7.2 Megapixel of detail and definition gives you the option of large prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Super HAD(TM) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Top-quality Carl Zeiss lens helps you bring you subject closer and frame shots quickly for better compositions, ideal for family sporting events, outdoor fun and travel photos. Check your composition shots on the large, bright 2.5-inch LCD Screen; share your photos on location or video the setup menu even in full sunlight. Even shoot in low light with the high sensitivity ISO 1000. Original Clear RAW Noise Reduction helps suppress color noise. 56MB of Internal Memory let's you start shooting right away. Then, when you're ready, upload you pictures onto a Memory Stick(R) Duo media or PC for printing. Capture VGA 640x480 video clips with audio at high frame rates up to 30 frames per second with length limited only by the capacity of my media. Get up to 380 shots with a fully charged NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery. Enough for a long weekend or a whole vacation. Burst Mode let's you shoot up to 64 shots at VGA Standard Mode. High Sensitivity ISO 1000 Clear RAW Noise Reduction Burst and MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent and Flash Self Timer - 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds and Off Red-Eye Reduction Up to 64 Shot VGA at 1.3 fps Burst Mode Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight and Twilight Portrait Movie Mode - MPEG VX Fine with Audio at 30 fps 640x480 Optical Viewfinder 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 3 Aspheric Elements Lens Construction 35mm Equivalent - 38-114mm Shutter Speed - 1/8-1/2000 seconds 1/3 EV Step Increments Exposure Compensation Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1000 ISO Battery Capacity - 3.6V, 960 mAh Dimensions - 3.5 x2.25 x 0.875 inch, 89mm x57mm x 23mm Weight - 4.2 ou
Customer Review: Worth the money?...maybe. Worth your time trying to figure out how to download the pictures onto your computer?...no.
I loved the camera until I couldn't download the pictures onto the computer. Why buy such a great camera for such a great price that wont even let you download the pictures onto your computer?...because all it leads to is great disappointment. I think a great picture phone would even be better than this camera.
Customer Review: warning
I bought this camera last december for an incredible price, it's a wonderful camera, worthy the money I paid for it BUT...you need to be warned, today my camera just stopped working for no apparent reason, when I turn on the camera the lens come out and go back at least 3 times, an "access" legend appears on the screen and finally the camera starts beeping and says turn off and turn on again, you can go and see the stored pictures but you can't take pictures anymore. The reason I am warning you is because while searching ways to fix it I learned that this is a very common problem with this camera, SONY needs to take care of this issue.

Sony Cybershot DSCS40 4MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom & DPP-FP30 Printer (Includes Carrying Case & Print Pack)

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S40 Digital Camera is the worry-free way to capture amazing, high-quality pictures with comfort and ease. Capture the perfect shot every time with the DSC-S40's enhanced controls and usability. The 4.1 Megapixel Digital Camera comes equipped with the precision crafted Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens, guaranteeing sharp and clear images with every shot.The Cyber-shot DSC-S40's impressive STAMINA Battery System allows you to capture more of your favorite scenes - up to 550 shots on a single charge! With the 32MB Internal Memory, you can save those images even when you find yourself without Memory Stick media. Experience the freedom Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S40 Digital Camera and capture high-quality digital pictures effortlessly.This Camera is bundled with DPP-FP30 Digital Photo Printer. Why go out to process your pictures when you could have the DPP-FP30 digital photo printer? Featuring built-in photo editing features such as red-eye reduction and automatic color correction via Sony's Photo Quality Processor, the DPP-FP30 makes printing the perfect picture easier than ever before.And what beautiful prints they are, thanks to the high-quality dye-sublimation printing and the colorfast resistant SuperCoat2 laminated photo paper (sold separately). Featuring a USB 1.1 port for PC connection and a video port for previewing your photos in a slideshow on your television. You can even print directly from your Sony digital camera thanks to its built-in PictBridge software.
Customer Review: Frustrating camera
I bought this camera about 1 1/2 years ago, and I'm having to send it to the shop for the second time with the same problem. It freezes, and replacing the battery doesn't unfreeze it, so off to repair it goes. The first time, the shop suggested that it was because I didn't use Sony nickel-hydride rechargeable batteries. Happened the second time using those batteries, so it's is apparently a bigger problem than that. My old Kodak and my friends' other brands of digital camera haven't been in the shop once. I would not buy this product again.
Customer Review: Great Camera, Throw Away Included Batteries
Great Camera, Check The Batteries I love this little camera-- especially the video capability (640x480, mpeg1, 30fps)-- great pics and high quality video files in a really small package. Problem: I tried a couple of these and the lens motors stopped working. Finally, after returning twice and purchasing a different model (S60-- same problem), I traced the problem to the batteries. The included Sony batteries seem to come without much power left. In trouble-shooting, I had used the new generic non-alkaline batteries that I had on hand. As this didn't work, I thought the cameras were defective. Finally in the third camera, after the same problem appeared, I bought brand-name alkaline batteries. The camera started working again like a champ. Conclusion: If the lens stops working, but the camera will still turn on in playback mode, it's probably not defective-- this seems to be the behavior when the batteries are too weak to power the lens. Replace the included Sony's with branded alkaline or high-quality rechargeables. Sorry Amazon, the couple of cameras I returned are probably perfectly fine. Thanks for the great service in replacing and accepting returns.

Sony GPSCS1KA GPS Unit Kit for Most Digital Still Cameras

Photo albums seem to be a thing of the past. Actually, the concept has evolved and taken a giant leap toward revision. Websites have replaced books as ways of storing captured images. Organize, manage and enjoy your pictures in a whole new way. The Sony GPS-CS1KA GPS image tracker calculates and records the time, date and location of each picture you snap with satellite precision. And when used with the supplied Picture Motion Browser software, you'll be able to match the time and location data in your camera with your photos. In addition, when the Picture Motion Browser software is used in conjunction with Google Maps, you can view a map on a webpage and your photos will pop up next to push pins by the actual location where you shot the picture. The GPS-CS1KA GPS image tracker and supplied Picture Motion Browser software are compatible with virtually all-digital still cameras. It's so easy!
STEP 1: Turn on the Sony GPS unit. It will begin communicating with satellites worldwide to determine your precise global position; STEP 2: Once the GPS unit has pinpointed your location, begin taking pictures. (Compatible with virtually any camera/camcorder); STEP 3: Back home, download your photos to your PC using the supplied Picture Motion Browser software; STEP 4: Transfer your GPS log file to your PC via supplied USB cable. Your photos automatically get matched to your GPS log file; STEP 5: Enjoy an online ?Map View? of your photos, courtesy of the Google maps mapping. Response Time - Approximately 10 hours (When using an LR6 (size AA) Sony alkaline battery), Approx. 14 hours (When using an HR6 (size AA) Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride battery) Unit Dimensions - W 87 x H 36 x D 36mm (3 1/2 x 1 7/16 x 1 7/16inches) (w/h/d, protruding sections not included) / Weight (Approx.) - 55g (2oz) (a battery not included) Supported Formats - GPS Image Tracker/Picture Motion Browser, Pentium III 500 MHz or faster (Pentium II
Customer Review: Do not buy Sony
Sony sucks. The box advertised that "virtually all digital camera's" but what they mean is virtually all Sony digital camera's. Their customer service sucks; and you cannot write them a hand written letter to tell them how bad they suck. I will never buy a Sony product ever because they suck so bad. Granted the PSP is good and hte UMDs are good because you can at least watch movies in a foreign language, cannot say the same for iPod. I would give it no stars if they let me. But do not buy this product, you will be disappointed.
Customer Review: Works okay
I used it during one day of my recent Japan trip. It got signals most of the day, but the log file disappeared later in the day. I don't know if it was because the battery was running out or it started raining. I don't like how the location information can only be viewed with Sony's own Picture Motion Browser (maybe there is a way around this), which means that I cannot share the location info easily with another person. Nevertheless, seeing the location of a picture down to the street level was very satisfying.

Infrared Camera YY_F20A530 1/3" Sony Superhad Color CCD DSP Waterproof Indoor/outdoor Infrared Illumination Nightvision 3.6mm Lens 5mm 30 Leds Camera Ip66 Silver (90 Degree Wide Viewing Angle) with Fr

This Day/Night Vision Color Bullet camera can incredibility see 75 feet in total darkness. It has 30 high power Long life luminary with special wavelength Infrared LED. It also meet the IP-66 water and dust proof standard for outdoor and indoor special IR Led board can void cross-voltage input error(positive and negative end reverse) during installation. This camera employs 1/3" SONY SuperHAD CCD sensor and Digital Signal Processor (DSP) IC for image control. We guarantee this camera offers at least 10 times better image than those cheap CMOS on the market. It provides excellent day time color image and black/white night vision in total darkness. Built-in environment illumination detection and control circuit that can turn-on/off the infrared illuminant automatically. It comes fully assembled, pre-wired and pre-focused for easy installation. New Universal Bracket provides for quick pan/tilt camera adjustment. All brand new in box. Note: This camera not made by SONY, it using SONY Super HAD CCD image sensor and SONY DSP technology, made by one of the world largest OEM manufacture. Power supply and cable are sold separately.
Customer Review: Works great!
I bought this to work with the Q-See 4-Channel PCI card in my PC. The picture is great when hooked directly to a TV, but the Q-See MPEG compression really defeats the high resolution of this cam. Night vision is pretty grainy beyond 10-15 feet, but the illumination is good within that range. My only gripe is that I intended to mount this under an eave of my roof, but the hole for the bracket is underneath the camera and the bracket is not long enough to mount under a horizontal surface. This will have to be vertically mounted on a wall, which is less attractive and less weather resistant. Otherwise; a pretty good buy. BEAR IN MIND: this does NOT include a power adapter or "Siamese Cabling", factor that into your budget.
Customer Review: IR Buff
This is a very nice little camera and I feel it is a great value if you are looking for a camera with a 3.6mm lens (aprox.90 degree field of view). The camera has very good night vision compared to the IR cameras that came with my system. The IR cameras that came with my system could not see down my driveway in the dark let alone see the street in front of my house at night. Now at night, I can see down my driveway and with the illumination from the streetlights I can see across the street. The only down sides are no power supply and BNC cable connector instead of RCA for the camera video to the field wiring. This is not a big deal. Only other issue is the mounting holes for the camera, to mount the camera onto the bracket, are towards the back of the camera. The mounting bracket comes in sections and must be threaded together. My cameras did not want to stay aimed until I placed some epoxy on the threaded sections of the bracket and allowed it to set to make the bracket parts less susceptible to turning. Other than that, they are great. I have two more on the way.

Sony DSCF717 5MP Digital Still Camera w/ 5x Optical Zoom

Combining point-and-shoot convenience with a host of manual photographic controls, this camera is sure to inspire digital photographers to expand creativity and get better results. Armed with high-quality Carl Zeiss optics, ISO sensitivities of 100/200/400/800 and shutter speeds of up to 1/2000 second in auto mode, the DSC-F717 produces stellar results, even in the most demanding of shooting situations.PRODUCT FEATURES:Multi-Point Auto Focus;Memory Stick Media;Slow Shutter Noise Reduction;Hologram AF Low Light Laser Focusing Assist;Multi-Pattern Measuring;Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens;NightShot.
Customer Review: Great camera now
I like so many others, love this camera, because it does so much, and does so much well. I, also like most others, had to send my camera back to Sony when the CCD element (which is the subject of a recall) went bad. Sony fixed it free of charge, and sent it back, and it has performed flawlessly ever since. If only it hadn't gone bad on the first day of my 10 day disney vacation with my wife and 4 year old son. I've used other digital cameras, and without exception I remember wishing I had my camera instead. I still see no reason to upgrade to a newer version yet, and I've taken over 15000 photos with this camera. When the time comes, I'll definitely look at the current model in this line.
Customer Review: Proven Technology
I bought mine back when most of the reviews (below) were written - back in in December 2002. I paid about $700 for mine at the time and have taken thousands of superb quality photos with this camera. so why write a review now? Since it is still listed for sale there are a couple of things to point out that a buyer should know: A big issue for digital photography back in 2002 - was the 1/2-1 second photo delay between pressing the button and the shutter actually releasing. Any parent out there knows how critical that 1/2 a second can be when it comes to capturing a child at play or that tender moment when siblings give each other a hug. They are gone in an instant - so you'll need to take that into account when taking pictures. Another issue is a flaw that Sony has with the CCD chips in these cameras. What would happen is the LCD display would start to show static or frequency distortions. These distortions would show up on the photographs. There was actually a class action lawsuit against Sony to repair the CCD chips in cameras experiencing this issue. The time frame for the repair according to the suit ended in October 2007 - which is when I started to experience the issue with my camera. But Sony has extended the free repair until September of this year. Mine is currently in a UPS box on its way to Sony for repair. So if you are looking to buy this camera - verify that the CCD chip has already been replaced - and if not - make sure you send yours in before September 2008. Despite the repair issue - this camera is still a great buy. Nice to know I could sell mine after nearly 6 years and still get a good price for it.

Tamron AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro Lens with hood for Konica Minolta and Sony DSLR Cameras

It's never been easier to capture great action shots than with the Tamron AF 70-300mm macro lens. Delivering superior image quality for both digital SLRs and 35mm film cameras, this flexible lens lets you zoom in extra close when shooting moving subjects, such as athletes on the field or children running or playing. When used with a digital camera, the lens does even better, producing a super-telephoto 35mm equivalent of 465mm--unbeatable in almost any other lens.

Macro Switch
The lens offers an easy-to-use macro switch that lets you alternate between the 180mm and 300mm focal lengths, letting you enjoy true macro photography with a telephoto effect at a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2. The minimum focus distance, meanwhile, is 59 inches from the subject in normal shooting ranges, but when you flip the switch, you can get as close as 37.4 inches. And as an added bonus, the lens boasts a nine-blade circular diaphragm that provides beautiful soft-focus imagery for a professional result. Now you can showcase all your photographic talent with close-up shots of small flowers and insects in parks or in the wild, or any other beautiful small object you discover.

Coatings
Tamron has also adopted various countermeasures against ghosting and flare, common problems in digital photography. The lens employs internal surface coating and new multilayer coating technology to minimize reflections that occur when light enters through the front element, while also reducing image-degrading effects caused by the imagers themselves. The strictest quality control standards were also applied to increase resolution performance and prevent flare due to aberrations, resulting in a telephoto zoom lens ideal for photography with digital SLR cameras. This is one lens you can use with confidence.

• Lens construction: 9 groups and 13 elements
• Diagonal angle of view: 34 to 8 degrees (at 21 to 15 feet)
• Type of zooming: Rotation
• Diaphragm blade number: 9
• Minimum aperture: f/32
• Minimum focus distance: 59 inches in normal setting; 37.4 inches in macro mode
• Macro magnification ratio: 1:2
• Filter diameter: 62mm
• Accessory: Lens hood
• Dimensions: 3 inches in diameter and 4.6 inches long
• Weight: 15.3 ounces

Customer Review: Lived up to expectations
Have owned a Tamron lens before for a 35mm camera and were satisfied with that lens. Bought this to go with a Sony Alpha and it has met expectations. It allows quick, crisp shooting with very good detail in a variety of lighting. While it has given us some good shots with the camera handheld, it really shines with a tripod. Our primary use is nature shots, but have used it for interior shots, as well. As advertised, it works very well with the autofocus capabilities of the camera. We bought it to enhance the capabilities of the camera beyond the 70-210mm that we already owned. Be aware that the F-stop range is fairly narrow, but once you get used to it, performance is what we hoped for.
Customer Review: Great Lens for Price
A significant improvement over the older Tamron units. Good to excellent when two or more f stops applied. Slight purple fringing on highly backlighted subjects but easily removed in post processing. Overall, highly reccommended.

Sony MVC-FD73 0.3MP Mavica Digital Camera w/ 10x Optical Zoom

Get into digital photography the easy way with the Sony Mavica. This digital darling eliminates drivers, cables and adapters. The 350k pixel image sensor produces razor-sharp pictures you can see immediately on the built-in 2.5 inch color monitor.Just shoot, store and show with the Sony Cyber-Shot Mavica digital camera. View dazzling 24-bit color images on a 2.5" LCD color display viewfinder and store up to 40 images per 3.5" floppy disk in a universal JPEG format. View and manage your images on a PC or Macintosh system and use with virtually all current software applications to enhance your multimedia presentations. The Mavica also features 1/60 to 1/4000 second shutter speeds, built-in flash and PhotoStudio software from ArcSoft.
Customer Review: Terrible camera
This camera worked only for a short time. The battery would never hold a charge. Went in the trash.
Customer Review: Good camera for fast performance, low resolution results
I have used this camera since the late 1990s for mostly professional purposes. I write and edit a newsletter for a state agency and am often asked to take photos at award programs and/or to accompany job announcements, often with almost no prior notice. Of all the cameras I looked at in the 1990s, this was the one that best suited my needs. The reasons for that follow: 1. Shooting photos on a diskette was easier than engaging software and changing documentation from the camera to a file on my PC. 2. The 10X zoom is very accurate and allowed me to do adequate work even when I could not get close to my subject. 3. The camera is flat out easy to use and has a large viewfinder, a large left hand grip, and big button to press when shooting pictures. Before I bought this camera, I worked for three decades for newspapers and in communications offices of governmental and nonprofit agencies doing the same kind of work I do now. In all those years I never used a camera that was as easy to use as this one, nor did I use one where transmitting the product from the equipment to e-file was easier. Having said that, this is a low resolution camera that will not always give good results. It is adequate for head shots and has always come through for me in events. But I've taken photos of my cats at home where their eyes look more like diamonds than eyes, and I took some pictures of the Christmas tree where the lights looked more like the stars or snowflakes than lights on a tree. So don't buy this to create award-winning photography. For all the same reasons, it doesn't produce very good hardcopy photos. But this is a great camera for someone that needs to take pictures right now and get an adequate product online fast. That's my mission at work and this camera has always helped me achieve it. In addition, the battery charger works fast and I've never had to pay a dime to get anything fixed in more than a half-decade of use. I don't know how this stacks up in the camera industry but it's a lot better than most of the electronic equipment I use in the office or at home.

3.2x Telephoto HD² Professional Accessory Kit for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H10 H5 H3 H2 H1 F828 F717 F707 Digital Camera

Since it fits right over your camera's existing lens system, a wide-angle and telephoto converter affects the full zoom range of your camera's lens. A wide-angle converter increases your angle of view - scenes include more of the landscape, groups include more people, and interiors show more of the room. A .45x wide-angle converter DOUBLES your angle of view, allowing you to get twice as much in the picture (AND your telephoto setting also becomes wider; not zooming in as close). A 3.2x converter will more then triple your camera's maximum focal length, bringing things over 3 times as close. It's also one of the strongest telephoto lenses in the world! An Opteka conversion lens can actually improve the image that your digital camera receives, and it's about the only accessory that can. By eliminating flare and ghosting, the ugly cousins of reflection and refraction, before they get to your camera's original lens system, your camera gets a much cleaner image to digitize. Plus, an Opteka converter allows you to use a more optimal part of your original lens system, resulting in more crisp imagery. Enjoy all of the benefits of the HD² 3.2x Telephoto & .45x Wide Angle Professional lenses, plus you get the Following Brand New Items: Opteka High Definition² Pro Filter Kit (UV, Polarizing, and Fluorescent), Opteka Tabletop Tripod, and 5 Piece Camera / Lens Cleaning Kit, 53" Deluxe Professional Video/Camera Tripod, and a Samsonite Deluxe Carry-All Camera Case. Increase your cameras capabilities with this full accessory kit. Opteka lenses and filters are covered by a lifetime warranty.
Customer Review: making something great even better
I got this kit for my DSC-H5, an already awesome camera and it enhances everything I could do before and makes it even better. The telephoto lens gives even better distance shots than I got before, the HD macro lens is great for close up work. the tripod isn't top quality, but it is sturdy enough for travel and lightweight enough not to be a nuisance. I highly recommend this kit if you're looking for lenses, and for the price, you can't beat it.
Customer Review: NOt woth
i use this with the sony dsc-h5:The wide lens is the only one that i found a little usefull but when you shot with flash a shadow appears at the bottom of the picture. The macro: you can achive the same macro level with the camera alone. The telephoto lens its really useless i couldn't get any shot well focus, i don't know why, i follow all the camera instruccion and the lens instructions are really lousy, the lens only comes with an paper that says "follow your camera intructions". I thougth that with the 3.2X i would get 48x(camera zoom level)multiplied by 3.2x(lens zoom level)=153.6X zoom level but it doesn't work that way i can olny get something like a bit more that with the camera. The bag it is not samsonite as seen on the picture and the products specifications, it a cheaper brand. The tripod it not a good quality one, i had a trypod and it only cost me $20.00 but seems more rugged than this. conclusion: this package it is not worth to buy.

Sony HVL-RLA Ring Light for DSCF707/F717/F828/V3/R1 Digital Cameras

The HVL-RLA ring light from Sony allows you to consistently capture impeccably lit macro photography every time. Just attach the light to your compatible Cyber-shot Pro digital camera's accessory shoe and you are able to take well-lit extreme close-ups with a minimum of fuss.The HVL-RLA features adjustable positioning so you can shoot through the ring light or have it offset from the lens. Power is supplied by either 4 AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Two adaptor rings and a storage pouch are included.
Customer Review: Ring Lightn review
It works great with my macro lens Sony camera. It solved lighting problems for close up pictures.
Customer Review: Poor battery life, poor illumination at extreme close-up
I frequently take photos of thin wire sections and need to get very close to them to get sufficient detail. The macro lens attachment on my Sony DSC-F707 camera allows me to focus with the subject matter touching the front lens element. However the light from the LEDs in the HVL-RLA Ring Light starts to drop off noticeably in the center when the subject is closer than about 2" from the front edge of the light, which is about 2-1/2" from the front lens element. At zero clearance from the front edge there is virtually no light being directed at the subject. For subjects further than 2" from the front edge the illumination was fine, but that didn't meet my particular needs. If the above issue was the only problem I had I'd just write it off as the light not being intended for my application and leave it at that. Unfortunately the battery life I got was also very poor, and erratic. The Sony specification for this light is 40 minutes of use with alkaline batteries at full power. With the first set of batteries I got 11 minutes before the lights went out; with the second set I got 34 minutes; with the third set I got 19 minutes. All the batteries were from the same batch. The wide variation in battery life makes me fairly sure that my light was defective. However I noticed that even for the set that lasted 34 minutes the voltage left on a single battery after use was 1.376V at room temperature (versus 1.596V when new). This suggests that the electronics in the light are not well-designed to make good use of all the energy stored in the batteries. Many electronic devices will run the battery down to much less than 1V before expiring. Using NiMH or Lithium batteries would have given a much better life of course, but I doubt they would have affected the wide variability in performance that I saw. One other observation was that the batteries that lasted 34 minutes were almost too hot to touch immediately after use, and at that point their voltage was only 1.285V. So, perhaps the battery life would be better if the light was used in short bursts rather than continuously, so the batteries didn't get too hot. Overall a non-defective sample of this ring light will probably meet most people's needs, particularly with NiMH or lithium batteries rather than alkaline. However it is quite expensive, it isn't suitable for extreme close-up work, and at least for my sample the battery performance was poor.

Sony Cybershot DSCH1 5.1MP Digital Camera with 12x "Steady Shot" Zoom

A five megapixel, Super HAD CCD imager, 12X optical zoom lens and a large 2.5-inch LCD are just a few of the features on this model that are sure to please even the choosiest photo buff.With a focal length range of 36 - 432 millimeters (a 35mm equivalence) the DSC-H1 camera lets you frame distant objects with ease. Making the most of this telephoto reach, Sony's Super Steady Shot optical image stabilization feature counteracts camera-shake to ensure sharp images. This feature also benefits low-light photography by allowing the use of longer shutter speeds with reduced risk of image blur from camera-shake.Sony's Real Imaging Processor circuitry is incorporated in the model for better battery efficiency, more responsiveness and high quality movie taking, while seven preset scene modes allow quick selection of the best setting for specific shooting conditions. The camera also includes a five-area, multi-point auto focus to help you concentrate on the subject without mistakenly focusing on the background, as well as aperture/shutter priority and manual exposure modes for creative control of the image. For added convenience, the model has 32 MB of internal memory (30 MB of usable memory) and a Memory Stick flash media slot. PictBridge compatibility enables prints in a flash when the camera is connected to an enabled printer.
Customer Review: It's a NICE Camera...
... that has been a workhorse for work and play. It's now an older model, but some things hold so this review is meant to help you with the later versions, as well. The Carl Zeiss Lens is fantastic and I will let a photo posted as "Boogaloo Review" help you to judge. It's biggest mission was a horseback vacation in Arizona. It worked fantastic on the back of a horse and recently served up a bonus. A recent fire destroyed the 'cook shack' building and some precious photos to the ranch owner she thought were gone forever. Ah, but I had taken photos of those photos with this Sony (I'll post one of those, too). With some tight cropping, I was able to reproduce every single one, virtually good as new, regretting a little bit of flash reflection that I did not think would matter at the time. Heck, I might be going on vacation for FREE next year!! Saddle up and let 'em buck, baby. By today's standards, the image stabilization is weak at long zooms and distant long zoom shots are not the best. But, close full zoom shots are fantastic, so it's a great snapshot camera. Also, I prefer to use Lithium AA batteries because, with only two, it eats up alkalines fast. For me, rechargeable's are not serviceable. The movie mode is decent and the 5mp resolution is suitable for up to letter size prints. If you find this model used for around $100, it's a great buy. Today's newer models are faster and better, but this was a GREAT camera when it came out. Look at my photo posts and see for yourself.
Customer Review: straight to heaven
Superior quality, and the colors are absolutely superb. If this camera ever breaks or goes missing, I'll buy it all over again. I have several other digital cameras, two that were more expensive, and they don't come even close for performance.

Sony MVCFD75 Mavica 0.3MP Digital Camera

With the Sony MVC-FD75 Digital Still Camera you can make sure every shot is the perfect picture. The powerful zoom lens gives you the flexibility and precision you need to capture professionally-polished images. If you like to get close to your subjects, use Auto Macro for shots up to 1 inch from your subject.Progressive Scan provides high quality still images by reading all the pixels on an imager (CCD) with a single pass. This one time pass over the imager delivers clean edges and an overall sharper picture for still images. This exclusive technology developed by Sony allows for double the speed when recording or playing back images. The high-speed motor allows you to save images to your floppy within seconds. The universal storage media of choice, floppy disks are extremely easy to use and inexpensive. Now you can stop worrying about expensive and exotic storage media. For easy image storage and hassle-free portability, the floppy is the format of choice. The Digital Mavica camera uses the universal JPEG compression format to store images on your floppy, providing you with excellent picture quality and allowing you to view your images on virtually any computer. Thanks to the universal floppy, you don't have to connect a mess of wires or load drivers and adapters. And you don't need to worry about compatibility problems. Simply insert the floppy in the disk drive and see how easy it is.
Customer Review: Sony MAVICA my Hero
I acquired one unit in 2002 in Nigeria....and I love The Common Sense Aspect of the Floppy Drive. I used it in Liberia during the War and my MAVICA got wounded....I took it to China in 2006 and got it Fixed....And right now my Hero is here with me Still Taking Pictures for my every day Needs. Sony Mavica ...you are my Hero !!!!
Customer Review: THE MAVICA - A LASTING FRIEND
I bought my Sony MVCD75 MAVICA in the last century and am still using it for Ebay and family pictures. The 10x ZOOM on this camera is incredible. I put an antique campaign button on Ebay and you could read the fine print on the back/inside edge as if it were large print! (I couldn't even tell what it was until I had taken the picture!) One major advantage over a camera with higher pixel rating is that shots taken with this 3 pixel (MP) MAVICA download much more quickly onto the Ebay and Email page. You don't have to wait for the picture to show up! (Just hold your pics to a size that is not extravagant.) The floppy feature is great because you can erase (delete) and re-use the same floppy forever! For serious nature shots (esp. birds) you will want to go with a camera that has a higher pixel rating - 5 MP or more; even though for everyday shots, in the yard or at a fairground, etc. the MVCFD75 MAVICA will be fine. Outdoors, the sun can create interference when you try to see into the viewer but you can shade it with your hand or buy the hood attachment originally made for this purpose. (I just never purchased that attachment.) If you can buy the MVCFD75 MAVICA for less than $200, go for it! - John K./Dallas

Kodak Gear Compact Carry-All Camera Case / Bag for Canon Powershot, Casio Exilim, Fuji Finepix, HP Photosmart, Kodak EasyShare, Nikon Coolpix, Olympus Stylus, Olympus FE Series, Panasonic Lumix, Penta

Your compact digital camera is not only an impressive piece of technology, but also a delicate electronic device that requires diligent care in order to maintain full functionality. Simply put, you need to protect your camera! The Kodak Gear Compact Carry-All Case is the only case you'll ever need for your compact digital camera. Constructed of high-quality, weather-resistant materials, it has room for your camera, memory cards, batteries, cables, filters, or whatever else you might need. The main compartment is large enough for one camera with a handful of accessories, or two compact cameras with room to spare. An adjustable velcro divider keeps fragile items secure, and the thick padding protects from accidental drops or other impacts. Need room for more accessories? A mesh pocket on the underside of the lid is perfect for memory cards or other flat items, and the exterior features four zippered compartments for even more storage... The flat pocket on the back of the case is ideal for notes. Two side pockets fit batteries comfortably. And the large front compartment will hold bulkier items like a compact charger, pens or cleaning products. Finally, a padded shoulder strap keeps this case secure and comfortable when you're on the move. And as a bonus, this case also includes a copy of Kodak Gear's "How to Take Great Pictures" booklet, which fits in your pocket is contains dozens of tips for taking quality photos. Learn about composition, color, how to take travel pictures, capturing milestone events, and much more! -- Exterior (W x D x H): 24cm x 14cm x 15cm (9.4 x 5.5 x 5.9 inches) -- Main Compartment (W x D x H): 14.5cm x 7cm x 9cm (5.7 x 2.8 x 3.5 inches) -- This case is compatible with nearly all compact digital cameras, including Canon PowerShot, Nikon Coolpix, Olympus Stylus, Pentax Optio, Kodak EasyShare, Fuji Finepix, Sony Cyber-Shot, and many others.
Customer Review: Kodak Gear Camera Bag
I bought this bag and its great!!! I put into it a Kodak Easy Share camera, the SLR design and it fit perfectly and with room to spare. I love all the extra pockets and zippers. The shoulder strap is nice and sturdy and didn't break. The bag handle is a good size too. I have the best of all worlds. The bag houses all my cables, memory cards, batteries. Its not too big, not too small. I've searched all over for a Kodak bag and couldn't find one for this money. Even the cheapest made ones are a lot more then this. I have a Kodak camera and I wanted a Kodak bag to put in in and I rate this one 5*. Thank You Cameta
Customer Review: Affordable one with good quality
I bought this bag for my Kodak z812 is camera.I really didnot expect much when i bought this item,was afraid whether this would fit my camera exactly but to my suprise it fits well in the bag.Could easily fit my camera with charger ,two additional rechargable batteries and chords.I was frightem with the reviews about the connecting hooks but looks fine to me.If any one is not satisfied they can hook another thread as described in earlier reviews. Over all the item doesnt dissappoint anyone.I suggest this as good one for kodak cameras.

Sony DSC-V1 Cyber-shot 5MP Digital Camera w/ 4x Optical Zoom

The Sony DSC-V1 Digital Still Camera was built for a special class of photographer who wants ultimate control over the picture-taking process, but also wants the option to call upon automatic features to help balance light and exposure. Barely larger than a deck and a half of cards, the Cyber-shot V1 camera offers a 5 Megapixel imager and a Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar Lens with 4x Optical Zoom along with Nightshot and Night Framing features for taking crisp pictures in low or no-light conditions. A Program-Shift Dial allows users to select from a range of available combinations of aperture and shutter settings for control over motion and depth of field while remaining in automatic exposure mode. The High-speed USB 2.0 connection makes downloading your photos faster than ever. Take a look at the DSC-V1? you'll want to take it home today!
Customer Review: This is a very capable digital camera 3+ years after purchase
I do not agree with the negative comments regarding picture quality on the DSC-V1 as posted by other reviewers. I do agree, however, with the comments about the flash recharge time and how lousy that performance is. I got past that by purchasing an external flash and attaching it to the hot shoe on top of the camera (How many other digital cameras in the point and shoot class have a hot shoe????? Huge Plus for the DSC-V1 there). Now, this camera was affected by the CCD issue that affected many camera families (not just Sony) over that last few years. Sony offered a free replacement of the CCD and I took advantage of it. I knew I was going to be without the camera for a few weeks, while the repair and shipping took place. But I had a vacation trip planned during that time, and I needed a camera. So I went out and bought a Sony DSC-T30 7.2 megapixel camera to use for the trip. It seemed like a great camera, and it's actually pretty capable. But the DSC-V1 just crushes it in photo quality. The color shading on the V1, and the depth of field are so much better -- and that surprised me based on the 5 megapixel vs. 7.2 megapixel specs. My wife still likes the T30 for the size, as it's case fits in her pocketbook nicely. But I use the DSC-V1 almost exclusively. The external flash took care of the ONLY negative I could come up with. I feel I hit a home run with that purchase.
Customer Review: Hate this camera, buying a new one asap!
So many little annoying things about this camera! Everytime anyone else takes a picture, I have to tell them not to put their finger on the flash which is placed in the worst place possible. Takes really bad indoor pictures. If the object (say kids)is even slightly moving the picture is soooooo blury! The flash takes so much time to recharge the by the time you want to take another picture the moments has come and gone! Thank goodness for photoshop because I am constantly ajusting the color quality, and red eye. It is so bulky compared to most cameras! The battery doesnt last more than 30 minutes. I would give this camera no stars but it wasn't an option! Don't waste your money. Buy a cannon!

Sony Cybershot DSCT300/B 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Black)

10.1-megapixel effective recording * 5X optical zoom (2X digital/10X total zoom) * 3-1/2" touchscreen LCD with anti-reflective coating * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 33-165mm * top JPEG resolution: 3648 x 2736 * Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization * high sensitivity mode (ISO 3200) for low-light shooting without flash *
Customer Review: Awesome camera !
Bought this for $320 from resellerratings.com-->AbesOfMaine. I have previously owned a Sony DSC-T5 camera, and absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, I lost it and was forced to buy this one. I would like to mention that lot of people (including CNET) have rated this awesome awesome camera bad because you have to press Ok button a little more than others. Frankly speaking, the guy at CNET probably doesnt own this camera, he just used it for 15 minutes and gave a "first impression". I own this camera and I just dont mind pressing the Ok button at all. It does not hurt the usability of the camera at all. My opinion of this camera so far... 1. The smile and face detection are pretty awesome (although I was very skeptical about that before I bought it) 2. The "add a smile" feature is just for fun...although it added a perfect smile to my 6 month old daughters face in one of the pics. But in majority of the cases it does a sloppy job. But regardless, it is a fun feature to have when your friends are around. 3. The HD quality video....and 16:9 ratio...too cool! I sold my video camera and will now only use this all in one device. 4. The ability to touch up pictures, scribbling on the touch screen, adding icons here and there and lot of other effect are very cool to say the least. 5. Ability to view pictures by dates, very handy. 6. Although, outputting the HD content to a HDTV requires a special cable which Sony doesn't include. I think that kinda sucks. 7. The battery does show an icon indicating how much is left, although it doesnt show the exact minutes. I think it is a minor annoyance, because it gives me a very good indication of when I need to charge it. 8. Ability to Zoom while Video Recording....I love it. It is like having a camcorder in your hands. 9. The stability shot is pretty cool too, my hands are pretty shaky and I was really amazed that even in a night mode picture, my dog's pic came out perfect (Thing to note here is, my hands were shaking and u cannot tell a dog to hold still) 10. 1 thing I hate is that you have to buy the memory stick separately which is much expensive than an SD card which adds to the cost. Btw, Abesofmaine tried to fool me telling me that I need to upgrade to a high speed memory stick otherwise it will slow down my every picture to 5-6 seconds. What a joke...that cheap memory stick that I bought from them, allows me to take a shot in milliseconds. Hope this helps. All in All, I like this camera a lot. And of course this is just a personal opinion. Although, I wished I had bought the black one..I bought silver for $3 less :(
Customer Review: I love this camera!
My T-30 was stolen and I replace it with the T30. Best camera ever.

Sony MVC-FD87 1.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Choice is good. And with Sony's MVC-FD87, you're able to choose between the simplicity of storing your images to an economical floppy disk or the convenience of Memory Stick Media by adding the optional MSAC-FD2MA adapter. Other great features include 12-bit DXP analog/digital conversion, auto-orientation and red-eye reduction.
Customer Review: What are you using it for?
I bought the FD87 thinking that I would never run out of media on long trips; I could always go buy more disks, or erase some shots. Unfortunately I didn't consider how inconvienient that would be. Lugging 40 floppy disks around Disney Land along with a bulky camera was not fun. Taking it skiing was a whole other pain in the rear. Another problem is the inherent unreliability of floppy disks. I have lost many shots due to disk errors. I liked the Mpeg mode when I bought it, until I discovered you cannot stop the camera once you begin recording. This is stupid. The camera takes good pictures, if your activity is taking pictures. Do not, however, buy this camera if you plan to take pictures while involved in any other activity. It is very impractical. There are two good points though. The battery lasts forever and the camera formats disks about 20 times faster than a PC.
Customer Review: High price and questionable quality make this a bad choice
Don't waste your money on a Mavica. I bought an FD-87 less than a year ago and it's broken -- again. Imagine that you bought a brand new car ... and then three months later, you had to pay $...one-fifth of the car's value... for a repair. Then, seven months later, the car breaks down again, and you're told it will cost ...about one-third of the car's original retail cost... to fix it. Who in their right mind would pay over half the original cost of a new car for repairs in less than a year? (There's a word for a car like that -- it's called LEMON). Well, by analogy, that is precisely my situation. It's not worth getting my FD-87 repaired this second time around, having already shelled ... 20% of the camera's original retail price tag, the first time around. I discovered the hard way that Sony charges an obscene amount of money for labor, even though it's still within the one year warranty. (Sony's one-year warranty covers parts for the whole year, but labor is covered for ONLY 90 days!!!). I admit that I, too, was originally impressed by the FD-87's ease of use and the convenience of floppy disk storage. However, quality issues aside, the size and sheer bulk of the camera is also a major drawback; smaller is really better. And the floppies -- they just don't hold enough photos. Even at the lowest resolution (640 x 480), I'd get maybe two dozen pix on a disk, and in no time, I had accumulated a huge pile of disks. Now that the price of smart or compact flash media has come way down, it makes more sense to get, say, a 64 or 128 MB smart card, which store a lot more photos and are so tiny in comparison. Even if I knew the FD-87 would never break down, I still wouldn't buy it, not in today's competitive digicam market. It's just not a good deal...

Sony Cybershot DSCW80 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot (Pink)

Recreate the moment with the incredibly lifelike pictures you'll take with the DSC-W80 7.2 Megapixel Cyber-shot(R) digital camera. Your friends will be impressed with its combination of high fashion and advanced performance. With features like Face Detection to bring out the most natural tones in faces and HD output for presentation, sharing pictures becomes an experience to remember. The convenient in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction expands your creativity while the double anti-blur solution allows low-light shooting without flash. And the Carl Zeiss 3X optical zoom lens lets you view the action very closely through the large 2.52 LCD screen. HD Output - view DSC-W80 still photos in spectacular high definition clarity and detail on your HDTV screen. HD Slide Show with Music - photos come alive on HDTV screens, accompanied by your choice of visual effects and any of four preset musical selections stored in memory or your favorite MP3 tunes downloaded from PC to your camera for use as background music. 9-Point Auto Focus - can measure auto-focus precision at 9 points on your screen. D-Range Optimization - preserves image data in bright highlights and shadows. In-Camera Retouching - lets you add creative effects to photos after you shoot ( e.g. - soft edge filter, partial color filter and fish-eye filter.) In-Camera Red-Eye Reduction Large 2.5 LCD Screen with optical viewfinder Simple Setup Controls 31 MB Internal Memory Built-in slot accepts optional Memory Stick(R) Duo or Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media. 14X Smart Zoom® Feature Sony Smart Zoom - intelligently crops into the central portion of interest in your photo. MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode - Captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second)
Customer Review: Great for outdoor pictures, but not much else
I used to have an Olympus Stylus Zoom 80 digital cam and my finace bought me the Sony Cybershot DSC-W80I last year. I liked the Olympus, but it was an old model and I wanted more functionality in a camera. However, I am disappointed in the Sony Cybershot. It is great for taking outdoor pictures, but don't even think of getting a good picture indoors, of motion or anything that's not stationary. It boasts the Double Anti-Blur Technology with Super Steady Shot, but this is a joke. A lot of the pictures come out blurry and you have to spend a lot of time adjusting the settings to figure out how to get a good picture. It does not take very good low light images even though it has adjustable sensitivity, twilight, and ISO settings. I tried to take pictures at a party where there was average lighting and colored lights, and they ALL came out blurry unless I used the flash, which still didn't look great b/c everything was too bright for the actual setting. Without the flash, the people in the pictures were literally transparent; They looked like ghosts and there were streaks of light across the images. Horrible. It does have great red eye reduction and fast shutter speeds for taking multiple pictures (again, these will come out blurry if there is ANY movement). I've had the Sony Cybershot for 7 months, but I am going to go back to Olympus.
Customer Review: Nice grab
This is a great little camera with lots of options. Great price and terrific customer service!

Sony Cybershot DSCW80 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot (Black)

Recreate the moment with the incredibly lifelike pictures you'll take with the DSC-W80 7.2 Megapixel Cyber-shot(R) digital camera. Your friends will be impressed with its combination of high fashion and advanced performance. With features like Face Detection to bring out the most natural tones in faces and HD output for presentation, sharing pictures becomes an experience to remember. The convenient in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction expands your creativity while the double anti-blur solution allows low-light shooting without flash. And the Carl Zeiss 3X optical zoom lens lets you view the action very closely through the large 2.52 LCD screen. HD Output - view DSC-W80 still photos in spectacular high definition clarity and detail on your HDTV screen. HD Slide Show with Music - photos come alive on HDTV screens, accompanied by your choice of visual effects and any of four preset musical selections stored in memory or your favorite MP3 tunes downloaded from PC to your camera for use as background music. 9-Point Auto Focus - can measure auto-focus precision at 9 points on your screen. D-Range Optimization - preserves image data in bright highlights and shadows. In-Camera Retouching - lets you add creative effects to photos after you shoot ( e.g. - soft edge filter, partial color filter and fish-eye filter.) In-Camera Red-Eye Reduction Large 2.5? LCD Screen with optical viewfinder Simple Setup Controls 31 MB Internal Memory Built-in slot accepts optional Memory Stick(R) Duo or Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media. 14X Smart Zoom® Feature Sony Smart Zoom - intelligently crops into the central portion of interest in your photo. MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode - Captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second)
Customer Review: Great for outdoor pictures, but not much else
I used to have an Olympus Stylus Zoom 80 digital cam and my finace bought me the Sony Cybershot DSC-W80I last year. I liked the Olympus, but it was an old model and I wanted more functionality in a camera. However, I am disappointed in the Sony Cybershot. It is great for taking outdoor pictures, but don't even think of getting a good picture indoors, of motion or anything that's not stationary. It boasts the Double Anti-Blur Technology with Super Steady Shot, but this is a joke. A lot of the pictures come out blurry and you have to spend a lot of time adjusting the settings to figure out how to get a good picture. It does not take very good low light images even though it has adjustable sensitivity, twilight, and ISO settings. I tried to take pictures at a party where there was average lighting and colored lights, and they ALL came out blurry unless I used the flash, which still didn't look great b/c everything was too bright for the actual setting. Without the flash, the people in the pictures were literally transparent; They looked like ghosts and there were streaks of light across the images. Horrible. It does have great red eye reduction and fast shutter speeds for taking multiple pictures (again, these will come out blurry if there is ANY movement). I've had the Sony Cybershot for 7 months, but I am going to go back to Olympus.
Customer Review: Nice grab
This is a great little camera with lots of options. Great price and terrific customer service!

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Minolta and Sony Digital SLR Cameras

Designed exclusively for Minolta and Sony digital SLR cameras, the ultra-wide-angle 10-20mm offers a view from 102.4 to 63.8 degrees, making it ideal for landscape photography and other vast applications. The lens is distinguished by its three special low dispersion (SLD) glass elements, which effectively compensate for color aberration, and its aspherical lenses, which provide maximum correction for distortion and various aberrations. As a result, the lens produces an extremely high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. The HSM-equipped models, meanwhile, produce fast autofocus (AF) speeds and quiet shooting while still letting you perform full-time manual focus. Other details include a minimum focusing distance of 9.4 inches at all focal lengths and an integral petal-type hood to block out extraneous light.

Lens Elements and Coating
The new multilayer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghost--a common problem with digital cameras--while also creating an optimal color balance throughout the entire zoom range. At the same time, the lens offers three SLD glass elements that effectively compensate for color aberration, along with a piece of glass mold and two hybrid aspherical lenses that offer excellent correction for distortion and all types of aberration.

Inner Focusing System and HSM
The lens incorporates an internal focusing system that eliminates front lens rotation, letting you use a petal-type hood to protect from additional glare. And models equipped with a Hyper-Sonic Motor (HSM) produce silent, high-speed autofocus and full-time manual focus for Sigma, Canon, and Nikon D-mount lenses.

Best Consumer Lens
The Sigma 10-20mm lens is so respected that it was named the best consumer lens in Europe (2006) by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), a collection of 31 publications from 12 countries. According to TIPA, the 10-20mm lens offers a versatile range of wide-angle focal lengths, a good optical performance, and a budget price, making it an excellent investment for owners of DSLRs with APS-C format sensors. Its sharpness remains constant throughout the zoom range, and its compact size makes it an ideal companion for shooting travel, landscapes, or architectural subjects.

• Lens construction: 14 elements in 10 groups
• Angle of view: 102.4 to 63.8 degrees
• Number of diaphragm blades: 6
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Minimum focusing distance: 9.4 inches
• Maximum magnification: 1:6.7
• Filter size: 77mm
• Dimensions: 3.3 inches in diameter and 3.2 inches long
• Weight: 16.4 ounces

Customer Review: Perfect for lanscapes
Excellent, no visible barrel distortion. The only drawback is relatively high f-stop, so low-light shots are tricky to do.
Customer Review: Im half disapoinetd with this one
When i recieved this lens i was half disapoined because is wasnt with the (HSM) option , and it doesnt the same on that shown on the photo , i dont know whos fault it was ? when i read the discreption on the amazon it tells that this lens is with ( HSM ) option , and i send an e-mail to the amazon and i told them about the problem that this product i recieved is less option than the one i ordered , and they ask me to send it back , but since i already have it between my hands i decided to keep it , there is not too much differant between the one with the (HSM) option and the one i recieved , the ( HSM ) lens work without noise , but the one i recieved make a littel noise .

Sony MZ-DH10P Hi-MD Walkman Digital Music Player with 1.3 MP Digital Camera

This Hi-MD WALKMAN features a color LCD and a digital still camera function.PRODUCT FEATURES:Integrated 1.3 Mega pixels CMOS digital still camera;Still camera functions: auto focus, self timer, macro, flash;1.5-inch TFT full color LCD screen;Simultaneous music and slide show playback;Jpeg image viewer (Displays DCF standard compliant images stored from PCs).
Customer Review: At what I paid for, it's a 4-star product...
What a strange combination, a camera and a Hi-MD player! Ignoring the list price for a second, this was obviously a failed project that some "smart" guy at Sony thought would put MD ahead of iPod. The problem comes from the fast decreasing prices of technology OR the increasing functionality. On a different level, what am I supposed to do, keep a spare MD ready for pictures or leave some room on each music MD for pictures? Impractical... Now, let's talk about the unit itself: In photo mode, one can snap about 100 decently looking photos on a battery charge, without flash. Taking photos with this is a rather slow process, the unit is always writing something slowly on the disc. The music reproduction capabilities are awesome: hi-def digital amplifier, hence hi-fi and loooong battery life. The software that comes with it has made progress, but it's still Sony. The body has a funny looking/feeling (magnesium and curved shape) and it charges (fast) only in its docking station. Check this out: To read/transfer pictures, you just connect through the USB cable and the unit powers itself from the computer while showing up as another USB mass-storage device. Do not try to format the mini disc with Windows (2000 professional) for it won't recognize the disc. One would only wish the unit were able to also charge itself through the USB cable... And now, the $... question: Is it worth it? I got mine refurbished by Amazon Warehouse, for about $two_hundred. I have been an MD fan for a decade now and figured that Sony may soon make MD units only for those who have a strong interest in live recordings.
Customer Review: My review of DH10P
I recently bought the DH10P and i'm very happy with it. It is very solid build and scratch resistant. The screen is still like new thanks to a special resin coating of the screen (it looks like Glas witch is used for sandblasting cambers, witch keeps its clearity for a long time). I would say it is one of the best made music players there is. Sound quality is also pretty good and beats most of the players thanks to the equalizer. But what i like the most is the very low noise level at silent parts. If i compare that to an ipod its like 'day and night' and noticeable with even cheap ear plugs. The camera is also very good. And i compared it to 6.3meg Traveler Camera set to 1.3 meg and the pictures look better!! No blury corners like on cell phone cameras. The dh-10p also nailed the withe balance for almost every type of light conditions. The only downside is the small lens which makes low light pictures somewhat rough (but that can't be any different). Overall it is a great little camera aswell. Battery live could be a bit better thats wy i just gave 4 stars, but it is not really a downside. I love it!

Sony Cybershot DSCW1 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Black)

High-end optics combine with everyday ease of use in the DSC-W1 Cyber-shot digital camera. The DSC-W1 features a 1/1.8" Super HAD CCD and a 3X optical zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens, both come together to give you stunningly detailed 5.1 Megapixel (2592 x 1944 resolution) images. Other features include manual exposure control, 5-area multi-point auto focus and MPEG Movie VX video mode.Even though it is packed with features, the DSC-W1 was designed to be incredibly easy to use. The huge 2.5-inch LCD monitor, live histogram display, 6 scene modes, and PictBridge compatibility all combine to make taking a picture and making a print simpler than ever before.
Customer Review: Dead Mega pixels after 1 year....
You got it... I loved this camera until I was on vacation in New Zealand and my mega pixels started to die. Yes, within two weeks of the first one dying... three of the mega pixels died leaving me with these nasty looking black circles in all of my shots. I sent it back to have it repaired and they told me it would be the same price as buying a new camera. So... after a year of a decent camera, I found it just didn't last for the money. I am back on the market for a new camera. I wouldn't recommend it because of that purpose and the cost of having it repaired after a year when it could also break. On the plus side, I loved that it was black and could fit in my pocket.
Customer Review: Great consumer-level point-and-shoot digital camera
If you are just an amateur photographer that is either finally switching from analog to digital or just want a decent camera to take on family vacations or school projects, this is a great camera. It is small, lightweight, and does just about anything you could possibly need it to do. It won't take pictures of hummingbirds feeding across a forest bed, but it will take a decent photo of the grand canyon. The quality of the 3x optical zoom is really good, but the picture is sacrificed slightly as you try to artifically enhance it with the digital zoom. The battery life is good enough to take on extended trips from your hotel or on a hike without having to carry around a charger or spare batteries. If you plan on taking lots of high quality large photos, you will need to get a larger memory stick (64 MB will work, 128 MB even better), but the memory stick it comes with will be enough to photograph your child's birthday party as long as you download the photos onto your computer afterwards. At 5 MegaPixels, this camera will pick up hairs on a persons head and it will even be able to define a flea in the hair. 5 MP is enough to make clear 8x10 prints. There are 6+ MegaPixel cameras out there, but at the consumer level there is really no point in spending the money on one (7.2 MP won't come in handy unless you are making 15x20 prints or are a student taking pictures through a microscope or a telescope--it is more of a prosumer level) All around, while Sony's camera lenses may not compare with Canon or Olympus, Sony makes up for it with their superior knowledge of how to make a great consumer digital device and turn it into a decent digital camera. It is a great value for the price.

Sony Mavica MVCCD1000 2.1MP Digital Camera

The MVC-CD1000 is one of the most significant product announcements in the digicam industry in the last 12 months, and a likely harbinger of things to come. Above and beyond the innovative use of CD-R technology, the Mavica MVC-CD1000 offers advanced picture quality, including 2.1 mega-pixel resolution and the ability to shoot in TIFF and high quality MPEG modes. Sony's implementation of the CD-R format enables faster image processing, dramatically decreasing image recording time. Images captured with the MVC-CD1000 can be recorded in several modes.The MVC-CD1000's powerful combination of high resolution and 10x optical zoom - equivalent to a 35mm camera 400mm lens - enables the MVC-CD1000 to fill the frame with subjects from a greater distance and capture them with greater clarity. Working with the powerful zoom, Sony has also added a feature rarely seen in the digital camera marketplace - a through-the-lens viewfinder using a bright, crisp color LCD to ensure that what you see is what you shoot.
Customer Review: Abysmal Product Support
Sony's product support was so bad that I decided that I would never, ever buy another product with their label on it. Within days of my purchase, the software became obsolete and they refused to update it.
Customer Review: OK, I have the FD 95 and the CD 1000
I bought both 95 & 1000 used from Amazon.com! The primary difference is one uses Diskettes (95) and the other uses mini CD's (CD1000). I usually take both and I have an extra battery. both use the same battery and are designed the same, except for the door and way you load the diskettes or CD's. The advantage of the CD1000 is that you can almost take an endless supply of pictures on one CD. Ok it does end but I've been able to get over 55 pictures on one CD. both the 95 and the 1000 operate about the same and look very similar. They are big and bulky, but take good >NO< great pictures. What do I not like about it? well, you have to format the CD in the machine and then perform a finish task before being able to view in the computer. To finish involves going through three layers of menu on the camera. Its a tedious process for one spoiled by the FD95, where one just pulls out the diskette and puts it in the computer. People claim you can read the CD in the CD1000 without finishing the CD, but I found it impossible to do so. I did play with a disk by finishing and then re setting for pictures without losing a photo, which the camera Instructions did not say it could be done, but it can. WHichever one you buy, it will be used because they are no longer sold new. You see people want small and neither is small. But let me tell you, size does make a difference people are intimidated by a big camera. The bells and whistles on either are worth it! I've had friends pull out their FD75 or their CD250 to take a picture, but when I whip out either, it intimidates those with the smaller cameras. I would say for novice with the old Windows 98 computer should get the FD95, but the pro with the big monster computer on Windows XP and photo printer should get the CD1000. With the prices listed now (both new stared in the $900.00 to $1000.00), there is no reason to get both!

30MM TELE & WIDE ANGLE LENS FOR SONY VIDEO CAMERA

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Customer Review: Good, but not perfect.
The camcorder that I use is set up to be used in a "wide screen" mode most of the time. I have found that because of this format (which I like the look of by the way) we lose a lot of vertical height that I used to have when capturing under the standard screen format. I purchased the wide angle lens to help see more in the wide screen mode. The telephoto lens was part of the package, but I didn't really need it. However, I tested the lens on my camera anyway and was fairly disappointed. I can barely see any difference with the 2x lens on my camera. I would assume that if the camera has a 20x optical zoom, then putting the 2x on front would magnify to 40x... certainly not the case. Zoomed to it's maximum with the lens off I focused on a light switch across the room and marked its height on my viewing screen. Followed the same procedure with the 2x lens on and zoomed to maximum... literally NO difference. The light switch was the exact same size on the viewing screen. Maybe I misunderstand the principals of this lens, but I would assume a quality 2x would be 2x for both minimum and maximum zoom, but maybe there are more physical challenges than a novice would be aware of off hand. I had already purchased some filters that screw directly into the camera body. I was hoping that I could use those lenses (UV or Polarizer) and then add the wide angle lens on top. Physically you can do this with the threaded parts, but the camera's view is now cut off at the corners. I guess the wide angle lens needs to be a certain distance from the main lens and if you put a "spacer" between them (like a polarizer), then it doesn't work to potential. Therefore, if I would like to use a UV or Polarizer lens I will need to purchase new larger diameter lenses to match the front dimension of the wide angle or telephoto lens and use it on the outside of the wide angle lens. When using the wide angle lens, you will typically be zoomed out to maximize it's effect. However, with most home camcorder uses you could be zooming in and out at any given moment, but this lens does not perform well when the camera is zoomed at its maximum. The picture quality becomes a little hazy, not out of focus... just a bit hazy. So, for its intended purpose, I think this is a good lens. You may want to consider buying a larger polarizer lens if this is something you already enjoy using.

Sony Cybershot DSC-T200 8.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot Image Stabilization (Red)

With slim vertical styling and an enormous 3.5'' widescreen touch-panel LCD that fills the camera back, the stylish red DSC-T200 captures your attention before it even takes a shot. Boasting incredible 8.1 megapixel imaging, a Carl Zeiss 5X Optical zoom lens and special features like Face Detection and Smile Shutter Mode, the T200 shoots close-up, ultra-crisp pictures like never before. And taking great pictures in low light is a snap with Sony's Double Anti-Blur Solution that delivers sharp color images even with dim lighting. With HD Output, you can also share images in high definition on your Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV screen. Touch-screen operation with a user-friendly interface Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces in a photo and automatically makes skintones more natural and reduces red-eye Smile Shutter Mode shoots automatically when your subject laughs or smiles Direct HD output to your Sony Bravia HDVT or other compatible HDTV screen Captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate In-camera multi-resizing feature resizes your photos from standard 4 - 3 to widescreen 16 - 9 and right back again D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights and reveals more detail in shadows 31 MB Internal Memory - accepts Memory Stick(R) Duo or Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media
Customer Review: Awesome camera!
This is the best camera that I have ever owned. Very easy to use, almost don't even need the manual. The touch-screen options are very easy to use, and the screen is larger than any other camera I have seen. Battery life is great also. I highly recommend getting at least the 2GB flash drive, which will hold more pictures than you will probably ever need.
Customer Review: Common Myths about T200 - Clarified
I am a kind of person who would do a lot of reviewing before I buy a product, especially an electronic.And it was the same scenario when buying my camera.Reviewed a lot of sites- CNET, PcMag, Amazon,etc... list goes on and on. I had my mind on T-100 initially. I didn't want to go for the touchscreen versions: T70 and T200 for the obvious reason of less battery life. Fortunately, Sony had stopped production of T100 and the ones in the market were as expensive as T200. I ultimately made up my mind for T200 thinking that if I'm gonna spend so much on a camera, why not get the latest one. I'm totally satisfied with the camera.I would like to clarify certain facts about the camera: 1.Battery Life: It is obvious that a large touchscreen would drain the battery fast.But my experience has been really good. Once on a full charge, it doesn't run out that quickly as people say.And I'm a person who would take random pics of anyone and no one.So my usage is pretty high and I've never run out of battery.Its more about battery management than the actual battery life. 2.Smile Shutter: This is the most amazing feature of the camera.And it really is efficient.The pictures are clear too. 3.Indoor Pics: Some people complain that the pic indoors are very grainy.Although thats true for all the ultracompact cameras, but this one does a good job comparatively.I have rarely had tht experience. I don't need to write about the other features as people have already written so much. Conclusion: Its a great ultra compact camera and I would buy it again if needed to!!

Sony Cybershot DSC-T200 8.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot Image Stabilization (Silver)

With slim vertical styling and an enormous 3.5'' widescreen touch-panel LCD that fills the camera back, the Silver DSC-T200 captures your attention before it even takes a shot. Boasting incredible 8.1 Megapixel imaging, a Carl Zeiss 5X Optical zoom lens and special features like Face Detection and Smile Shutter Mode, the T200 shoots close-up, ultra-crisp pictures like never before. And taking great pictures in low light is a snap with Sony's Double Anti-Blur Solution that delivers sharp color images even with dim lighting. With HD Output, you can also share images in high definition on your Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV screen. Touch-screen operation with a user-friendly interface Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces in a photo and automatically makes skintones more natural and reduces red-eye Smile Shutter Mode shoots automatically when your subject laughs or smiles Direct HD output to your Sony Bravia HDTV or other compatible HDTV screen Captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate In-camera multi-resizing feature resizes your photos from standard 4 - 3 to widescreen 16 - 9 and right back again D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights and reveals more detail in shadows 31 MB Internal Memory - accepts Memory Stick(R) Duo or Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media Unit Dimensions - 3.7 x 2.3 x 0.8 inches ; 6.6 ounces
Customer Review: Awesome camera!
This is the best camera that I have ever owned. Very easy to use, almost don't even need the manual. The touch-screen options are very easy to use, and the screen is larger than any other camera I have seen. Battery life is great also. I highly recommend getting at least the 2GB flash drive, which will hold more pictures than you will probably ever need.
Customer Review: Common Myths about T200 - Clarified
I am a kind of person who would do a lot of reviewing before I buy a product, especially an electronic.And it was the same scenario when buying my camera.Reviewed a lot of sites- CNET, PcMag, Amazon,etc... list goes on and on. I had my mind on T-100 initially. I didn't want to go for the touchscreen versions: T70 and T200 for the obvious reason of less battery life. Fortunately, Sony had stopped production of T100 and the ones in the market were as expensive as T200. I ultimately made up my mind for T200 thinking that if I'm gonna spend so much on a camera, why not get the latest one. I'm totally satisfied with the camera.I would like to clarify certain facts about the camera: 1.Battery Life: It is obvious that a large touchscreen would drain the battery fast.But my experience has been really good. Once on a full charge, it doesn't run out that quickly as people say.And I'm a person who would take random pics of anyone and no one.So my usage is pretty high and I've never run out of battery.Its more about battery management than the actual battery life. 2.Smile Shutter: This is the most amazing feature of the camera.And it really is efficient.The pictures are clear too. 3.Indoor Pics: Some people complain that the pic indoors are very grainy.Although thats true for all the ultracompact cameras, but this one does a good job comparatively.I have rarely had tht experience. I don't need to write about the other features as people have already written so much. Conclusion: Its a great ultra compact camera and I would buy it again if needed to!!

Sony Cybershot DSC-W7 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

The DSC-W7 Cybershot Camera zooms ahead of the pack in the world of compact cameras. The enhanced 7.2 Megapixel CCD produces sharp images, even for large prints -- images you can preview easily with the 2.5 inch LCD display. Special noise reduction and auto-focus features improve your shots, while the histogram display make it easier to use. Seven unique Scene Selection modes provide automatic presets for portraits by moonlight or candlelight. Finally, with its Carl Zeiss zoom lens and energy-efficient operation, you'll get more from your shots -- as well as more time for them. The Sony Cyber-shot(R) W7 not only has an automatic setting to ensure your images turn out their best, but for the more adventurous photographer, you can also use the manual settings. With manual exposure and histogram display control, you get improved image quality and greater control. Its amazingly quick shutter speed gives you the power to capture more of your favorite shots in less time, while the automatic and manual aperture controls lets you decide the best look and feel to your digital images.

The DSC-W7 digital camera is the perfect choice for photo enthusiasts looking to add a professional feel to their digital pictures. Using the Sony VADWA Lens Adapter, select from a number of lenses right for any situation. Add the 30mm, Wide-Angle or Telephoto Lens to the Cyber-shot(R) W7 and capture the picture you have been looking for. 32MB internal memory 7 different Scene Selection Modes Auto Focus illuminator Histogram Indication Real Imaging Processor MPEG VX Fine with audio PictBridge compatible High-quality aluminum body Saves to Sony Memory Stick(R) PRO Conversion lens compatible (optional) USB 2.0 High Speed transfer Battery life - approx 380 shots SILVER Finish
Customer Review: Sony cyber shot- What a waste of money!
Two years ago,I received this camera as a Christmas gift from my husband. The camera was great at first, then about 6 months ago the problems started. I can't get the mode to stay on the selected scene. The pictures are VERY blurred or too dark. There is also a delay in the taking pictures.I would not recommend this camera. Save your money!
Customer Review: initially happy but now disappointed
Bottom line: I would not purchase this camera again, even if it was on sale for $50. I purchased the DSC-W7 about a year and a half ago to replace a DSC-S85 (absolutely loved that camera). the W7 had great batter life and took good photos but I noticed that the indoor shots were not that great and often blurry or out of focus. I wrote the blurry off to the slow shutter speed due to limited aperture (hey, it is a small camera, what do you expect). But the out of focus and long focus times are annoying. Loved the video capability! Fast forward to present time. over the past 18 months I have noticed that battery life was decreasing. I wrote this off to the batteries wearing out (use sony AA 2300mah). Bought a new set about 4 months ago. Still had the same decreasing battery life problem even with the new batteries?!?. Now a fresh charged set won't last for even 10 sec!? clearly something is wrong with the camera. I have seen a few other posts on the net from owners with a similar problem. One took got a $250 repair estimate! I have switched back to my DSC-85 (took it back from the kids) which is still using the same lithium rechargeable that it came with 4-5 years ago!

Sony DSC-F828 8MP Digital Camera with 7x Optical Zoom

Representing the next level of digital still photography, Sony's DSC-F828 Cyber-shot Camera is the first to incorporate four-color filter CCD technology and a Real Imaging Processor. These new components are integral in capturing color accuracy closest to what the human eye can see, setting a new benchmark in camera performance. The new (RGB+E) filter adds an emerald-colored pixel to the filter pattern, realizing color fidelity that is closer to human color perception. Photographers will notice an extraordinarily life-like rendering of blue, blue-green and red hues.The Real Imaging Processor delivers increased speed with lower power consumption, enabling the F828 to capture an eight-megapixel image in almost half the time required by typical five-megapixel cameras! New manual controls, coupled with Carl Zeiss T optics, gives advanced photographers a broader range of mechanisms to determine focus, exposure and recording modes. Images can be stored onto CompactFlash Type I and Type II media, as well as a Microdrive hard disk drive or Memory Stick PRO media. The Cyber-shot F828 truly embodies a premier imaging experience.
Customer Review: DSCF828 is Fantastic
I have had an F828 for 4 years now and I still LOVE THE CAMERA !!!! I currently also own a Nikon D2X and a Nikon D300. They are also both great cameras but each camera has it's pros and cons....... As for the DSCF828, a Nikon 28-200mm Zoom (f2.0 to f2.8) lens ALONE would cost more than a whole F828. And with the F828 I never get the dreaded "sensor dust" that you get with every interchangeble lens DSLR since the F828's lens is not replaceable. The DSCF8's pictures are every bit as good as the Nikon's (and sometimes the color is better) although they may be a few megapixels smaller (but that never bothered me). Yes, there is a problem with ISO and noise in the F828, but I have learned to live with that. If I'm going to shoot at any Hi ISO I wont be using the DSCF828 anyway, or I will use the flash. But my VERY FAVORITE feature of the F828 is the swiveling Lens which has led to many more creative shots than I've gotten with my Nikon's. Nikons "Live View" on the D300 cant touch it. So, in summary, each of these cameras has a place in my bag. I LOVE them all and would never give up the F828. I will always have one.
Customer Review: A big disappointment
This camera was such a big disappointment, I am so frustrated with it. I have had this camera for over 3 years, and I just hate it. The lens and the sensor size don't allow you to do much. I had the Sony DSC-F717 before the 828. I loved the 717 at the time, but I dropped the 717, and though that I would go with the 828 as an upgrade to the 717. The 828 is not an upgrade at all, sure it has more pixels, but the picture quality is not as good and I have a ton of problems with purple fringing in my photos. I have shot over 10,000 pictures with the 828 and and over 10,000 with the 717. It is my opinion that the 717 was a better camera, even at only 5.1MP than the 828 is at 8MP. One thing that drives me nuts on this camera is the fixed lens. It is an average middle range lens. It doesn't do wide angle, and it doesn't really zoom, so its not much good. Don;t waste your money on the 828, especially today where there are so many other better cameras out there. Go with a Digital SLR.

Sony VCL-DEH17VA Tele Converter for DSCV3 Digital Camera

To get more out of the Cyber-shot range, Sony offers a variety of optional accessories. The newly introduced tele conversion lens kit for the Cyber-shot V3 - the VCL-DEH17VA comes supplied with adapter rings and is instantly ready for use.
Customer Review: Needed Accessory?
Unlike the wide-angle lens, the usefulness of the tele converter lens is limited. For example, unless the camera is at max focal length, the lens cuts into the viewing area and subsequently ruins the picture. This is really only good for fixed zoom situations.
Customer Review: Not Bad But...
Okay you bought a DSC-V3 or have a V1 which translates into ownership of a great camera to begin with, so why is it we are always trying to fix things that aren't broken!? Hey- I'm guilty here too, so let me tell you what to expect from this lense. First off the V3 is a pretty potent camera at just a 4x optical zoom, so the thought of upping that to 5x plus was very attractive indeed, and yes the lense does extend the optical zoom to 5x but... (and its a big one)you must remember the V3 is a "fixed lense" camera wich means that by nature anything that you stick on the front of it weather made by Sony, Konica, or general foods will be alien to the operation and systems of the camera. NO EXCEPTIONS! So the result is that all your zoom capability from 1x upto 3 or 3.5x will be useless because your shot will be framed in a circle! A nice vignette effect to be sure but not what you'd want in your normal range shots trust me.That said, the lense does indeed give you that extra push, just be aware that you will lose all your closer ranges.I only gave the lense 3 stars for the following reasons, 1. The conversion lense system does not intergrate with the V3 lense hood, in other words to use this or the wide angle lense along with the hood your gonna be changing alot of stuff around, this is a pain in the butt to be sure, the lense hood adapter came with threads on the inside so I was under the impression that the lenses could be affixed to it. Not the case. 2. Not a Ziess lense. while the quality seems very good and the construction is excellent you should be aware that it is nowhere near the quality of the lense on the camera. That is surprising considering Sony's asking price of $145.99, I wouldn't have even bothered with this lense if not for Amazons price. 3. vignette hell!! Be aware that you will lose all picture range from about 1x to 3.5x, this lense is meant for distant objects ONLY! Oh and if you thought about maybe using the lense with the macro setting? Forget it. won't work. this lense ain't got a thing to do with flexability!! If all these things are workable with you (as they are for me, I've been using Sony products professionally and personally for 5 years) then this is a great extra for the V3.But then again I'm willing to take the time to change around lenses etc. to get the shots I want, and you might not be. The lense does what it was meant to do, by getting you 1.7x closer than you could get before. but thats all and I do mean thats ALL!I also bought the wide angle lense for the V3 so check for my review on that as well.I hope this helps, thanks for your time!

Sony DSC-S30 Cyber-shot 1.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Your first step into Sony's world of Cyber-Shot digital photography. Built with Sony's typical care and attention to detail, the DSC-S30 is Sony's starter Cyber-Shot model. Complete with all the quality features, it also comes equipped with Memory Stick, USB port, optical/digital zoom, MegaPixel Super Advanced HAD CCD and the unique "dancing" Ex Bright 2" LCD that makes difficult, creative camera angles and self portraits simpler than ever before. And, as the S30 really gets your creativity going, it also has the power to go the extra photographic hours that only Sony's Stamina power management system and InfoLithium batteries can provide. It's a superbly designed, rugged little package that will keep up with you as you explore Sony's world of digital photography.
Customer Review: What a great Camera - very well made
I've had my Sony DSC-S30 Digital camera for probably 5 years now. This has been a great camera for the cost and it's capabilities. I've taken many outstanding, crispy colorful pictures with it. The rotating flat screen viewer is amazing - not aware of any other cameras featuring this. The on screen settings are simple to use, the feature to quickly review photos is great. You can easily change modes, and settings and really do a lot with this camera. It is very versatile and easy to use. I only had to refer to the manual once. I did buy the extra, larger-capacity memory card, and can easily take over 100 pictures on a long day trip. The camera is USB cable equipped and is simple to use with any USB computer, or small photo printer. I've gotten TONS of use out of this camera. I can't say enough good about it. They are no longer in production but I highly recommend it if you are thinking of buying it used. I have always been very pleased with Sony products.
Customer Review: Great photos, great LCD viewfinder.... Infuriating button!
I have enjoyed this camera a lot and have taken consistently great pix that my friends with higher pixel-depth cameras (and what doesn't have more pixels at this point?) envy. The flippy swivelly viewfinder is the most useful feature I've ever had on a camera hands-down. I find it very hard to ever buy a camera again, that doesn't have one. However, I really hope there's an eighth circle of hell devoted solely to the jackass who invented, for lack of a better term, the "soft" on/off button. For a hundred years the on/off button obeyed you. It turned something on or off at YOUR whim. There was no equivocating. Now, your computer or electronic device thinks about it for a while and without explanation refuses to fire (turn off, take the picture...) because your not in the righ mode, the camera's "brain" decides it not in the right mode, or that I wouldn't like the picture I'm trying to take. Who knows why? Now no matter how much you want the camera to take your freaking picture, at best your volition gets an ambiguous response; the camera may or may not obey. Most electronic cameras not have this heinous funtionality. Can you think of any more worhtless time to not obey you, than when you need a specific time-based composition that will never recur? I can't tell you how many shots I've missed because of this idiotic feature. Really! A red-hot poker up the butt for eternity is not too much to ask, for the inventor of this modern scourge. I recently threw this camera across my car when it missed it's final shot that could not be recaptured.

Kenko 420-1600mm Vari Super Telephoto Zoom Lens with Mount for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100, Minolta Maxxum 5D 7D Digital & Film SLR Cameras

Kit includes: 1) Kenko 420-800mm f/8.3-16x Vari 8000S Lens; 2) Konica Minolta Maxxum / Sony Alpha (Autofocus) - T Mount; 3) 2x Teleconverter; 4) Rear Lens Cap for Konica Minolta Maxxum Mount; >>> Kenko 420-800mm Vari Lens includes: Lens Hood (Integrated); Lens Case with Strap; Front and Rear Caps; Instruction Manual; Kenko USA Warranty >>> This highly affordable kit makes the powerful Kenko 420-800mm Super Telephoto Zoom Lens with its matched 2X Teleconverter for an ultra powerful 840-1600mm combination that will allow you to capture images magnified up to 32 times that of a standard 50mm lens! This zoom is manufactured in Japan with multi-coated all glass elements and a built-in lens hood for superior contrast and resolution with an aluminum alloy body that is surprisingly lightweight and compact. Macro focusing even at 1600mm down to a remarkable 5.25 ft, it can also be used reveal all the details and textures of small subjects. This extremely powerful combination offers all the versatility you need for wildlife, sports, nature and surveillance photography.
Customer Review: Kenko 420-800mm alright lens
I own this in the Canon EOS mount.. they are in fact all the same, just ships with a different T-mount adapter, and the 420-1600 just ships with a 2x teleconverter. This is a very light weight lens, especially for its focal length, it has no aperture blades, it's completely empty on the inside, its like an old style hand telescope. When sources of strong constrast/light are coming toward the camera, expect heavy chromatic aberration, free of chromatic aberration in other situations. However, I've found a particularly excellent use for this lens, which is taking great photos of the moon on a tripod with a shutter release cable on my Canon 30D. Although be warned, the lens is very physically long, although light, it makes focussing extremely difficult, especially on a tripod, as there is no tripod collar, you attached the camera to the tripod, then when you zoom the lens all the way (linear pull zoom) the lens is over 30cm long (12 inches!), although light because its empty, its supported on the tripod from the camera base, so soon as you touch the lens or camera, or the focussing ring, the image in the view finder shakes like crazy while trying to focus, making it hard to focus on the most useful application with this lens... on a tripod. You can only use this lens hand held in full day light, and if you're doing so you'll need a shutter speed of 1/500 sec to eliminate blur from your own movement (due to the massive focal length), 1/250 sec is the minimum for sharp shots I could personally get. And shooting in daylight, whether hand held or tripod, you're going to want to use a 1A sky filter AND a polarising filter (or at least one of them) to increase colour and contrast, luckily this thing comes with a lens hood. The top of this lens screws off easily, so you can keep the lens pieces clean, if they ever develop fungus, good thing about this lens is water wont damage it, as it doesnt even have aperture blades, just glass and coated metal. Though since the tip screws off you could cut a circle out of some black card then a hole in the middle and insert it into the middle of the lens to create your own aperture to try and improve sharpness and increase depth of field, and reduce aberration and flare etc. I hope this helps. Also, forgot to mention that this lens has pretty good macro capabilities (in terms of enlargement in close focus objects with miniscule depth of field).

Sony Cybershot DSCT300 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Silver)

This camera refuses to go unnoticed. The Sony DSC-T300 offers excellent performance and an elegant, sophisticated design. It includes Smile Shutter technology to help capture smiles automatically as they happen, as well as Face Detection technology to optimize focus, exposure and color for up to eight faces. The compact body features 10.1 megapixel resolution and a beautiful, wide 3.5" touch-screen LCD for easy operation. In addition, Intelligent Scene Recognition automatically selects your camera's settings based on detected lighting conditions. The DSC-T300 completes the package with a Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution, for crisp, clear images.
Customer Review: Awesome camera !
Bought this for $320 from resellerratings.com-->AbesOfMaine. I have previously owned a Sony DSC-T5 camera, and absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, I lost it and was forced to buy this one. I would like to mention that lot of people (including CNET) have rated this awesome awesome camera bad because you have to press Ok button a little more than others. Frankly speaking, the guy at CNET probably doesnt own this camera, he just used it for 15 minutes and gave a "first impression". I own this camera and I just dont mind pressing the Ok button at all. It does not hurt the usability of the camera at all. My opinion of this camera so far... 1. The smile and face detection are pretty awesome (although I was very skeptical about that before I bought it) 2. The "add a smile" feature is just for fun...although it added a perfect smile to my 6 month old daughters face in one of the pics. But in majority of the cases it does a sloppy job. But regardless, it is a fun feature to have when your friends are around. 3. The HD quality video....and 16:9 ratio...too cool! I sold my video camera and will now only use this all in one device. 4. The ability to touch up pictures, scribbling on the touch screen, adding icons here and there and lot of other effect are very cool to say the least. 5. Ability to view pictures by dates, very handy. 6. Although, outputting the HD content to a HDTV requires a special cable which Sony doesn't include. I think that kinda sucks. 7. The battery does show an icon indicating how much is left, although it doesnt show the exact minutes. I think it is a minor annoyance, because it gives me a very good indication of when I need to charge it. 8. Ability to Zoom while Video Recording....I love it. It is like having a camcorder in your hands. 9. The stability shot is pretty cool too, my hands are pretty shaky and I was really amazed that even in a night mode picture, my dog's pic came out perfect (Thing to note here is, my hands were shaking and u cannot tell a dog to hold still) 10. 1 thing I hate is that you have to buy the memory stick separately which is much expensive than an SD card which adds to the cost. Btw, Abesofmaine tried to fool me telling me that I need to upgrade to a high speed memory stick otherwise it will slow down my every picture to 5-6 seconds. What a joke...that cheap memory stick that I bought from them, allows me to take a shot in milliseconds. Hope this helps. All in All, I like this camera a lot. And of course this is just a personal opinion. Although, I wished I had bought the black one..I bought silver for $3 less :(
Customer Review: I love this camera!
My T-30 was stolen and I replace it with the T30. Best camera ever.

Sony Cybershot DSCW170/G 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Gold)

The Sony DSC-W170 features an enviable 10.1-Megapixel resolution, Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens, and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution for crisp, clear images with a sophisticated, compact body. A large, bright 2.7" Clear Photo LCD display includes an anti-reflective coating that provides for excellent visibility to help you compose, view, and share photos with superb clarity and color reproduction, even in bright sunlight. In addition, Face Detection technology, Smile Shutter, and Intelligent Scene Recognition elicit stunning detail from special moments. High-resolution images can be enjoyed in 16:9 High-Resolution Mode simply by connecting the camera directly to a Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV with an optional cradle for optimal HD playback. Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto-focus measures the focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 for a greater creative freedom to compose your image. Super SteadyShot(R) Optical Image Stabilization compensates for shaky hands and minimizes blur with optical sensors that detect camera movement and send correcting signals to a stabilization lens. Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1 - 1/1,600) Aperture Range - Auto (F3.3/F8.0 (W), 2 steps) / Program auto (F3.3/F8.0 (W), 2 steps) with ND Filter White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Incandescent, and Flash Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), Presentation (320 x 240 at 8fps) Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, and Twilight Portrait Flash Modes - Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, and Slow Synch In-Camera Editing - Red-eye reduction, soft edge filter, cross filter, partial color filter, and fish-eye filter
Customer Review: Yes another sony
I bought this camera to replace my Canon SD700IS which i was never very happy with. I had a sony 7.1 megapixel before but it was stolen and i replaced it with the Cannon due to all of its "great" reviews. I never liked the dreary picture quality of the Cannon and i compared my old SD700 with my new Sony and OMG I finally have a camera that takes great colorful and vibrant pictures. The picture quality is remarkably better than the Cannon. Although i have yet to use many of the other features on the camera, i am extremely happy with the one feature that matters most and that is PICTURE QUALITY
Customer Review: Amazing - another great Sony!
This is the 6th Sony camera of camcorder that we've owned. My wife wanted a slim camera to carry in her purse for shots of the children at outings and such. We already own the Memory Stick media and NP-BG1 batteries and chargers so a Sony that uses these was our first choice. No one, NO ONE, else had the new DSC-W150 or W170s on discount other than Amazon when we bought ours. The Smile technology and child first choice are AMAZING. The quality of the pictures is terrific but the ease of point and shoot with presets or all auto is great for pull it out on the spur of the moment, turn it on (fast), point and shoot! The quality of the Very Fine movies is also really amazing. I know that its still 640x480 video but 30fps and the speed of the new Mark 2 cards makes this usable footage - its not the same as our Sony DVCs but its good enough and its with us ALL THE TIME! Wow. Great 5x optics, wider angle than the W150 (which is nice as many slim cameras make it hard to do photos of groups unless you are way back), and it uses the NP-BG1 and newer NP-FG1 battery packs so its compatible with our DSC-H7 and its support materials!!

Sony Cybershot DSCW200 12.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot

The DSC-W200 combines the amazing detail of 12.1 MP resolution with high sensitivity for shooting without a flash even in very low light. Super SteadyShot image stabilization keeps blur to a minimum, and advanced high-tech features like Face Detection, D-range optimization, and in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction help bring out the best in every shot you take. For shooting and sharing on location, there's a large 2.5" LCD screen that makes viewing exceptionally easy. And HD (high definition) output lets you share memories in spectacular high definition clarity and detail on compatible HDTV screens.
Customer Review: Takes GREAT pictures in Low Lighting!
I bought this camera because Consumer Reports rated it #1 for subcompact digital cameras. It was also only $299 here on Amazon.com (the price listed today is over $400!). I have four criteria when it comes to a compact digital camera. 1. It must have a fast response time, both when I turn it on and in between shots. This Sony Cybershot is AWESOME. It is literally on and ready to shoot within milliseconds of hitting the power button. There's also NO delay between shots, which has been the bane of all the digital cameras I've ever owned or used before this one! The ability to go from shot to shot without worrying about missing a great action photo or having to twiddle my thumbs while it writes to the hard drive is a god send. 2. It must take GREAT shots in low lighting. I don't know how many crappy photos I've taken indoors at parties, museums, and more. I know we all have, even with those cameras that have 'indoor' modes but require a tripod to take a clear picture. Well, this baby takes absolutely stunning low light photos using ISO or ISO+ mode. Not only are they stunning, but they are clear and not at all blurry! Check out the photos I uploaded from a visit to a local aquarium in the Jelly Fish exhibit (where it's as dark as night in there). Not only did I NOT have to use a tripod to get a clear shot, but the photos came out rich in color and detail, especially considering this is not a DSLR! 3. It must have several scene modes. I am addicted to these modes as they often save me from some very bad shots. I am absolutely clueless on how to set anything manually. This camera offers a nice selection of scene modes, my favorite so far being the ISO+ for low light, indoor settings. But the landscape, portrait, and other modes have all proved equally adept at clear, brilliant pictures. 4. It must have a large LCD. My last digital camera had a 1.8" LCD and it was painfully small. I often couldn't tell that shots were out of focus until I imported them to my desktop! The Sony Cybershot has a vividly clear LCD that is large and bright, perfect for spotting bad shots on the spot. No more wondering if I've taken a good photo or not! Overall, I'm extremely impressed with the Sony Cybershot. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars because it only has 3X optical zoom, up to 6X with digital. My last digital camera had 12X with digital zoom, and it was disappointing to find that even though I was buying a higher end subcompact camera, the zoom was a bit on the skimpy side. Nevertheless, I won't be using my old digital camera even with its 12X zoom because the Sony blows it out of the water in terms of picture quality, compactness, and speed!
Customer Review: Love it
I love this camera. The screen is big and clear. I've had it for 2 years and i still love it.

Sony Cybershot DSCW170 10.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Silver)

The Sony DSC-W170 features an enviable 10.1-Megapixel resolution, Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens, and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution for crisp, clear images with a sophisticated, compact body. A large, bright 2.7" Clear Photo LCD display includes an anti-reflective coating that provides for excellent visibility to help you compose, view, and share photos with superb clarity and color reproduction, even in bright sunlight. In addition, Face Detection technology, Smile Shutter, and Intelligent Scene Recognition elicit stunning detail from special moments. High-resolution images can be enjoyed in 16:9 High-Resolution Mode simply by connecting the camera directly to a Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV with an optional cradle for optimal HD playback. Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto-focus measures the focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 for a greater creative freedom to compose your image. Super SteadyShot(R) Optical Image Stabilization compensates for shaky hands and minimizes blur with optical sensors that detect camera movement and send correcting signals to a stabilization lens. Shutter Speed - Auto (1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1 - 1/1,600) Aperture Range - Auto (F3.3/F8.0 (W), 2 steps) / Program auto (F3.3/F8.0 (W), 2 steps) with ND Filter White Balance - Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Incandescent, and Flash Movie Modes - MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), Presentation (320 x 240 at 8fps) Scene Modes - Beach, High Sensitivity, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, and Twilight Portrait Flash Modes - Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, and Slow Synch In-Camera Editing - Red-eye reduction, soft edge filter, cross filter, partial color filter, and fish-eye filter
Customer Review: Yes another sony
I bought this camera to replace my Canon SD700IS which i was never very happy with. I had a sony 7.1 megapixel before but it was stolen and i replaced it with the Cannon due to all of its "great" reviews. I never liked the dreary picture quality of the Cannon and i compared my old SD700 with my new Sony and OMG I finally have a camera that takes great colorful and vibrant pictures. The picture quality is remarkably better than the Cannon. Although i have yet to use many of the other features on the camera, i am extremely happy with the one feature that matters most and that is PICTURE QUALITY
Customer Review: Amazing - another great Sony!
This is the 6th Sony camera of camcorder that we've owned. My wife wanted a slim camera to carry in her purse for shots of the children at outings and such. We already own the Memory Stick media and NP-BG1 batteries and chargers so a Sony that uses these was our first choice. No one, NO ONE, else had the new DSC-W150 or W170s on discount other than Amazon when we bought ours. The Smile technology and child first choice are AMAZING. The quality of the pictures is terrific but the ease of point and shoot with presets or all auto is great for pull it out on the spur of the moment, turn it on (fast), point and shoot! The quality of the Very Fine movies is also really amazing. I know that its still 640x480 video but 30fps and the speed of the new Mark 2 cards makes this usable footage - its not the same as our Sony DVCs but its good enough and its with us ALL THE TIME! Wow. Great 5x optics, wider angle than the W150 (which is nice as many slim cameras make it hard to do photos of groups unless you are way back), and it uses the NP-BG1 and newer NP-FG1 battery packs so its compatible with our DSC-H7 and its support materials!!

Sony DSC-F505 2.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom

The Sony DSCF505 Digital Still Camera offers an impressive array of features: It uses Sony's Memory Stick storage medium. Equipped with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens, the Sony DSCF505 offers 5x optical and 10x digital zoom capabilities. With resolution of 1,600 x 1,200 pixels, a 0.5-inch Super HAD CCD (charge coupled device), a pop-up automatic flash, and a 2-inch hybrid LCD with brightness control, the Sony DSCF505's features put it among the ranks of other high-end digital cameras. The automatic or manual options for shutter priority, aperture priority, and white balance give this model much of the artistic flexibility of traditional SLR cameras.

Convenience features include a self-timer and a disk space and battery-remaining indicator so you never unexpectedly run out of storage space or power. It also offers date imprinting and video shooting capacity. The Sony DSCF505 comes with 4 MB removable Memory Stick memory, a rechargeable InfoLithium battery and charger, a shoulder strap, connection cables, and photo editing software.
Customer Review: Still one of the very best.
We have used this at our design firm for three years, and it has been flawless. Amazing pictures, great features, excellent usability in terms of downloading from the memory stick. The tilt feature is very useful for shooting low or when you have to shoot over the top of someone's head (great for those auto show pictures when that guy just won't move out of the way!) I've used it at home as well with my Mac, and the downloading is just as simple. Just plug the USB cable in and there you go. Recently we decided to get a "new" camera for home, and purchased one of the new sony digital cameras, the P71. It is rated at a much higher megapixel, but immediately I noticed the pictures were nowhere near as good as with the trusty f505. We took it back right away and came here to buy a used f505. Don't be fooled by "megapixels", you can have a ton but if they are all shot through a tiny lens, the pictures just can't be that good. The size of the lens on the dsc-f505 is huge, and it really shows in the photos. An excellent camera.
Customer Review: another perspective
As a former pro-photogrpher and now web/graphics developer, I had heard the usual negative comments about digital cameras. And I am, to say the least, a fanatic about quality. However, when I saw this camera (looks alone) I had to have it. The response from other digital camera owners is generally raised eyebrows. Other reviews here reflect those concerns: "It's a great camera, but no optical viewfinder?" Yes, I thought so myself at first. But consider the following: The lens rotates vertically 180 degrees on the camera body allowing the photographer to hold the camera directly overhead - or anywhere down below - yet still see the LCD pefectly. The advantage? Complete mastery of that universally dogging fact of photo-life, PERSPECTIVE - the single most important factor in any good photograph's composition. To my knowledge, the F505 is the very first hand-held camera in the history of photography to accomplish this. So whatever is lost by the lack of a viewfinder is compensated ten thousand times by this magnificent fact. Further, when I took my first photo (indoor with flash), my jaw dropped to the floor. I could read the cover notes on CD cases across the room. Color? Absolutely precise. Frankly, I had never seen anything quite like it. The new version - the F505v - adds the TIFF format for pros, which places this camera precisely at the pinnacle of its class. Drawbacks? There is a slightly noticeable lack of extremely tiny detail in certain type of outdoor images. And, as with all digital cameras, dynamic range could be improved. But all-in-all, the F505 is, in my view, the hands-down, all around winner.

Sony VCL-DEH17R 1.7x Tele End Conversion Lens for DSC-R1 Digital Camera

Get in closer than ever with the VCL-DEH17R tele end conversion lens from Sony. Created especially for the DSC-R1 Cyber-shot digital camera, it provides a 1.7X optical zoom for amazing close up shots that capture every detail.The VCL-DEH17R features a 3 group, 5 element design and is constructed from high quality plastic for superb durability. The high grade glass lens offers increased detail at the edge of an image for minimized distortion.The VCL-DEH17R comes with a handy storage pouch and front and rear lens covers to keep it safe from harm when not in use.
Customer Review: Sony Tele-converter for R-1
This is a fine addition for someone who is generally happy with the zoom range of the R-1 and wants a lens to occasionally extend its reach. Here's the down side. The lens weighs over two pounds and is slow to mount and dismount. It took me just under two minutes to go from the bag to assembled and ready to shoot. A tripod or some other sort of stabilization is a must, because you now have a huge five-pound camera once this lens is mounted. Even with all of the bad stuff, the lens quality is nothing short of outstanding and the fit and quality of assembly are also quite good. It's not going to turn your R-1 into a great wildlife camera, but it is capable of producing prints that are equal to the camera's native performance. That can't be said for any of the Chinese accessory lenses for the R-1 that are being sold on the web as a cheaper alternative. If you can afford nearly $400 for the lens and the mount and have found yourself wishing to be able to capture a distant landscape every now and then, this lens is the ticket.
Customer Review: The best accessory for DSC R1
Since I bought the DSC-R1 I had in mind to get this huge set of lens. I had to wait a little bit, I wasn't sure the DSC-R1 was the best camera. After a couple of months of use I decided the DSC-R1 was going to stick with us for some time and that it was the time to get the accessories. Sony did a great job in adding several accessories for the camera. I bought the lenses and the adaptor required for it. I must say that the whole set (camera + adaptor + lens) is really heavy, even more than a digital SLR with accessories. The weight is not from the lenses but from the adaptor which is made from steel. If you're going to buy it don't forget to add a tripod to your order. If you value more picture quality than weight and want to squeeze all you can from the camera then go ahead and buy this set of lenses. It worths it. The picture quality is amazing, just pure optical zoom adds that extra 1.7x you need to get the feeling of being just beside the object being captured. If you really want to love this camera and you're just doing it for the fun, don't forget to add the digital zoom and, oh Mama, let me tell you, it rocks. You'll be as close than ever to your target. This lens is great, to be honest I love it. What I don't like at all is that if you're on the road don't expect to switch lenses that easy, you'll need a bag, carry the heavy adaptor and it will take some seconds before you switch lenses and take a new picture. Another bad feature is, obviously, that it makes no sense at all to take a picture from a target really close. Because the lens is like a fitting to the camera, you'll see the shadow from the lens tube with closer objects, which makes a difference compared to SLR cameras.

Sony DSCU30 Cybershot 2 MP Digital Camera (Silver)

Small enough to go anywhere! Introducing the new DSC-U30 Cyber-shot digital still camera for those on the go. The ultra compact design comes in three exciting colors (blue, silver and charcoal gray) to match any outfit or mood. Featuring 2.0 megapixel effective resolution, Fast Start up, 1.0 Reflective LCD Monitor, Memory Stick PRO Compatible and Selectable Picture Size. Small enough to wear and hip enough to flaunt!
Customer Review: Awful camera
I got this camera 4 years ago to photograph my first children being born. I thought the pictures were good at the time, but now that I look back after getting a real camera, I can see how bad the pictures were. All the pictures are grainy, even on a low ISO. Red-Eye is horrible since the flash is so close to the shutter. No Zoom either! Not that anyone would really buy this camera these days, but don't buy this one!
Customer Review: Tiny and fast
This camera and my U20 is a technological wonder. It is as small as a large pack of stick gum as everyone has stated, but it is also light and pretty tough as it has a completely aluminum shell. I dropped it a few times on industrial carpet (no padding) and its still kicking. All shots I took were razor sharp and the things that I really liked about this little camera were its speed to start up and the shutter lag. It takes about a second to boot up, great for impulse shots. Something happens and you are on it, a one handed operation to pull it out of your coat pocket, slide open the lens cover/power switch and hit the shutter release. It is small enough to just hold out and shoot, the LCD is TINY and is more of a review tool than a frame tool although it works fine for that too if your eyes are good enough. The shutter lag as about 1/2 second counting flash, a little less outside, not really good but deffinately better than some cameras. There are some functions that are useless, like the index function that shows 1/4 inch thumbnails of pictures on the memory stick, that is a small picture, large enough just to make out what the pic might be of. I wear glasses so this may be a little biased. It has a few modes, like sepia, black and white, scenic and close up, dont really see a diference in the scenic and close up, maybe an F-stop difference. All in all, I was REALLY impressed with my 20 dollar Ebay purchase, although they have really gone up in price on the popular auction site. I would imagine the CCD recall from Sony has really made these popular again as it is a VERY popular free service. I had my camera for little over a month when it started to show the signs of the CCD defect, Purple and green images, and the entire LCD image seems to melt befor your eyes like a watercolor picture put under a faucet. Very "trippy" looking image. I power cycled it a few times and it cleared up but it always came back, probably why it was 20 bucks! I stashed it broken for almost 1 year until I heard of the recall and promptly dug it out and sent it away to Sony after filling out the online repair request, they even sent me a pre paid UPS label, very accomidating of SONY as it was a real PR nightmare when over 100 models of cameras from 6 different manufacturers started to hear of the bad SONY made CCD going out. Excellent little impulse camera when it works, probably not the best for a scenic trip, but great at parties and glove box shooting. Zinc batteries last about 4 shots, NiCD are better, NiMH are great and the new Energizer lithium batteries will work for a few days of shooting!

Sony Cybershot DSC-T200 8.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot Image Stabilization (Black)

With slim vertical styling and an enormous 3.5'' widescreen touch-panel LCD that fills the camera back, the black Sony Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T200 captures your attention before it even takes a shot. Boasting incredible 8.1 megapixel imaging, a Carl Zeiss 5X Optical zoom lens and special features like Face Detection and Smile Shutter Mode, the T200 shoots close-up, ultra-crisp pictures like never before. And taking great pictures in low light is a snap with Sony's Double Anti-Blur Solution that delivers sharp color images even with dim lighting. With HD Output, you can also share images in high definition on your Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV screen. The ultra-compact DSC-T200 has an elegant look all its own -- in matte black with vertical styling and a huge 3.5? Widescreen touch-panel LCD that fills up the entire back of the camera and replaces function buttons with elegant on-screen icons. This point-&-shoot offers a new experience in digital-camera use. Touch-screen operation with a user-friendly interface Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces in a photo and automatically makes skintones more natural and reduces red-eye Smile Shutter Mode shoots automatically when your subject laughs or smiles Direct HD output to your Sony Bravia HDTV or other compatible HDTV screens Captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate In-camera multi-resizing feature resizes your photos from standard 4 - 3 to widescreen 16 - 9 and right back again D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights and reveals more detail in shadows 31 MB Internal Memory - accepts Memory Stick(R) Duo or Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media Unit Dimensions - 3.7 x 2.3 x 0.8 inches ; 6.6 ounces Supplied Picture Motion Browser software makes it easier to, burn photos to CD or DVD, add dates to JPEG im
Customer Review: Awesome camera!
This is the best camera that I have ever owned. Very easy to use, almost don't even need the manual. The touch-screen options are very easy to use, and the screen is larger than any other camera I have seen. Battery life is great also. I highly recommend getting at least the 2GB flash drive, which will hold more pictures than you will probably ever need.
Customer Review: Common Myths about T200 - Clarified
I am a kind of person who would do a lot of reviewing before I buy a product, especially an electronic.And it was the same scenario when buying my camera.Reviewed a lot of sites- CNET, PcMag, Amazon,etc... list goes on and on. I had my mind on T-100 initially. I didn't want to go for the touchscreen versions: T70 and T200 for the obvious reason of less battery life. Fortunately, Sony had stopped production of T100 and the ones in the market were as expensive as T200. I ultimately made up my mind for T200 thinking that if I'm gonna spend so much on a camera, why not get the latest one. I'm totally satisfied with the camera.I would like to clarify certain facts about the camera: 1.Battery Life: It is obvious that a large touchscreen would drain the battery fast.But my experience has been really good. Once on a full charge, it doesn't run out that quickly as people say.And I'm a person who would take random pics of anyone and no one.So my usage is pretty high and I've never run out of battery.Its more about battery management than the actual battery life. 2.Smile Shutter: This is the most amazing feature of the camera.And it really is efficient.The pictures are clear too. 3.Indoor Pics: Some people complain that the pic indoors are very grainy.Although thats true for all the ultracompact cameras, but this one does a good job comparatively.I have rarely had tht experience. I don't need to write about the other features as people have already written so much. Conclusion: Its a great ultra compact camera and I would buy it again if needed to!!

Sony Alpha A100 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

Expand your creativity with the DSLR-A100 Digital SLR Camera. Compatible with over 16 million lenses, this camera combines extraordinary engineering with a long tradition of quality. The high-speed image processing creates detailed images with vibrant color and amazing depth. Sony's Alpha Mount System is the key to the DSLAR-A100's shooting versatility featuring anti-dust technologies for distortion free images. With expandable memory, up to 750 shot battery performance and high speed shutter, the Alpha Digital SLR Camera from Sony captures a greater number of professional looking digital images in less time. Sony's image stabilization system minimizes shaking and blurrs without changing the quality of the image. The CCD shifts to compensate for motion of the camera, producing clear images while zooming, shooting moving objects or shooting in low light. Sony has created a static free environment with an Anti-Dust coating on the CCD's optical low-pass filter and Anti-Dust vibration to ensure clear, high-quality images. Preset Selection - Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and CCD-Shift mechanism Viewfinder Field of View - 0.95 Magnification - 0.83x with 50mm lens at infinity Speed Range - 1/4000 second - 30 seconds, bulb 2.5 inch TFT Type LCD Panel Brightness Control 100% Field of View PictBridge with Exif Print System Requirements - USB Port, Microsoft Windows Me, 2000 Professional, XP Home Edition, XP Professional, Mac OS X (10.1.3 or later) Dimensions - Width 5.24 x Height 3.72 x Depth 2.80 inches (133.1 x 94.7 x 71.3mm) Weight - 1.20 pounds
Customer Review: Sony A100 review
Well!, i have just purchased this Sony A100 body only for $[...] no kit lens for me. I bought the Sigma 28-105mm f2.8 AF for it. Reason i bought this A100 is because i got the Sony R1 a few months back, R1 really impressed me with its results images with Zeiss lens, thats motivated me to buy Sony DSLR too, Sony got great colors balance, contrasty, sharp, and good dynamic range, Not like other brands while colors are off and have yellow cast. A100 is a small and light compare to other DSLRs, it made in Malasia with light plastic, not a real pro body, but more like consumer camera, its good for me cuz i need a light DSLR, A100 is a fast camera in many ways, fast buffer for refreshing time, review, delete, start up, AF is fast too. Images are stunning sharp with the help from its in body Super steady shot. Colors are well balance, bright, and neutral. The LCD on backside has 2 neat features: If you turn the camera vertical the LCD turns vertical too, so you can see the info before shooting. When you put your eyes to the eye piece to look thru view finder, it got smart sensor to turn off LCD on backside to save batt life. The Super steady shot in body is really helps, now i can buy any lenses and sure will have all image stabilizer shots. A small thing that bother me in A100 is the shutter slap noise when shoot, it has a clumsy ( clunk)sound to it. For the price i paid, its the best DSLR in its range. The advantage about A100 is that you can buy many other lenses for it like: Minoltas, Zeiss , Sonys, Sigmas, Tamrons, Tokinas, Vivitars, and Quantaray. im happy with mine, highly recommended to whom who wants a fast , light , small, good colors DSLR. Not to mention good price too. im watching the new coming of Sony pro DSLRs coming in june 07. I use my A100 with OPTEKA battery grip, you can see my review on it here in Amazon, just hit search for OPTEKA grip. [...]
Customer Review: Sony's Great New DSLR Camera --A-100
I am very pleased with this camera. I have been in photography for 55 years and I have a collection of 12 cameras, the last four of these are digital. I have a high end Nikon and a Cannon, but I think this is the best camera I have ever owned.

Sigma 17-35mm f/2.8-4 EX DG IF HSM Aspherical Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Minolta and Sony SLR Cameras

17-35mm F2.8-4 EX DG ASPHERICAL HSM is specially designed to suit the characteristics of digital SLR cameras. This lens has a compact dimensions that features overall length of 86.2mm/3.3in. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) Glass is used for effective compensation of color aberration. Two pieces of molded glass aspherical lens elements offer excellent correction for distortion as well as all types of aberration.Excellent optical performance was realized both for Digital SLR cameras and film SLR cameras.It has a minimum focusing distance of 27cm / 10.6in. at all focal lengths, and maximum magnification ratio of 1: 4.5. This super-wide angle lens' useful range of view is very convenient for close-up photography.Sigma, Nikon and Canon are equipped with Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM). It is easy to revert to Manual Focus by simply turning the focusing ring and overriding the AF.An inner focus system provides high performance and convenience. The inner focus system allows the lens to be focused without having to rotate the front of the lens, so the lens accepts a Petal-type hood and it is also easy to use a circular polarizing filter.An inner focus system provides high performance and convenience. The non-rotating lens barrel perfectly suits the matched petal shaped lens hood.
Customer Review: Good resolution at 17mm
My impression is that from the resoution standpoint the lens is intended to be used at 17mm. This agrees with test results I found on the Web. According to these tests this lens has better distortion @17mm than Nikon or Tamron and compares to Canon(L) 17-35/2.8. And I in fact can see that barrel distortion @17mm is very small, at least when used on a cropped camera. Made a test shot with a sun in the corner. No flare, contrast is good. This surprised me a lot. Focus ring does allow precise manual focusing. Build is solid, but the cap is troublesome, but can be replaced by original Sony 77mm cap ($11). Resolution at 17mm: good in the center wide open. Edges are good 1 stop down. Extreme corners 17mm/f5.6 only. I was satisfied with architecture shots made with f/8 aperture. I used 12mpx body and I compare results to Sony 50/1.4 and 100/2.8M not a kit lens. That's why the rating is only 4. This is my first Sigma lens. I heard about varying quality of Sigma products, so I am considering myself lucky with this one.
Customer Review: A wide-angle zoom for certain situations
That's the best way I can put it. The Sigma 17-35 is a compact (3" x 3") and light (14 ounce) wide-angle zoom lens. It performs best in certain conditions: - On cloudy days or when the sun is behind the photographer. This is because I found it to be prone to serious lens flare - When there are no objects close to the photographer, as distortion at the edges is very noticeable - When there is a nearby object (a car's wheel, a fire hydrant, for example) that the photographer DOES want to appear extra large and distorted - Indoor wide-angle shots (I admit, this lens is great for that) This is not a good lens for architecture, as there is too much distortion. For architecture shots, please see the Tamron or Sony DT 11-18mm f/4.5-5.6 Aspherical ED Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera So I would call this a niche wide-angle zoom. In terms of durability and construction, it is pure Sigma - it is very well built and should last a lifetime. One thing that I love about Sigma is the feel and the finish. [...] Given that the price has dropped significantly over the years, this can be a good addition to your lens collection, even if you already have the Tamron 11-18 as I do. If I do a photo shoot in a park or cemetery on a cloudy day, this lens comes with me, along with my primary, the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC SLD ELD Aspherical Macro Lens for Sony Digital SLR Cameras

Sony DSCP9 Cyber-shot 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

The Sony DSC-P9 features an ultra compact and lightweight design with only 176.5g. It comes with 4.1 Mega Pixels and a wide array of user-friendly, high performance functions. The DSC-P9 is the top end model of the P-series Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera. It offers a built-in 1/1.8" 4.1 Mega Pixels Super HAD (Super Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD to produce striking images of brilliant quality. By combining advanced digital imaging technologies with a sophisticated body design, the DSC-P9 is able to achieve the state-of-the-art miniature.Equipped with the Clear Color Noise Reduction and the Clear Luminance Noise Reduction, the DSC-P9 enhances the picture quality significantly. Besides, the Multi-point Auto Focus function ensures better focus and exposure. The Multi-pattern Metering function enables the camera to get the right exposure in low light or irregular lighting conditions. By dividing the scene into a matrix of 49 separate cells, the camera is able to meter each of them separately and calculate exposure of each cell accurately when highlights and shadows exist outside the center of the frame. The DSC-P9 is equipped with various advanced lighting capabilities that allow users to capture high quality pictures without worrying lighting conditions. Additionally, the DSC-P9 offers an enhanced 1.5-inch LCD auto bright monitoring display that can increase the brightness of an image automatically on the LCD display in low light conditions. The DSC-P9 also offers MPEG Movie HQX video mode that allows users to capture nonstop, full-screen, high-resolution MPEG videos and playback on TVs. The Image Mixer Editing Software by PIXELA makes it easy to edit both still images and videos on PCs. Users can edit and insert a wide range of special effects, transition patterns as well as sub-titles into their images or movies.
Customer Review: A great con