One of the most popular compact digital cameras that earned its name due to the presence of its multiple features is the Sony Cyber Shot DSC W290 12.1MP Digital Camera with 5X Optical. The Carl-Zeiss Vario Tessar lens of this camera is wide angled ranging from 5mm to 25mm, which also has the capability of shooting High Definition (HD) movies. The beautiful display measures about 3″ with a color resolution of 230,000 pixels. USB import, video output and audio/video output are the features present for connectivity. The camera comes with an in-built storage space of 11 Mb but this space can be expanded with the insertion of an additional memory card.
If we take the price of this camera into consideration and compare it with the quality of the images that this camera is capable of clicking, then we can undoubtedly proclaim that the purchase of the camera is not a bad bargain at all. The image quality is satisfactorily good, though if we compare it with a Canon Compact Camera, then probably we can conclude that the Sony Cyber Shot W290 DSC12.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical lacks in certain essential features, as far as the image quality is concerned.
On the other hand, if we go by the performance of the camera, it is one of the perfect cameras available in the market presently; it’s shot-to-shot and start up time is high and fast paced. One of the disadvantages associated with this camera is that the zoom feature cannot be used while recording videos. This is irrespective of the fact that the quality of the videos is substantially good. Smile shutter technology, intelligent auto mode, 13 photo modes are some of the many features that are also found in most Sony Compact Digital Cameras.
The face detection feature aids in detecting faces more naturally, thereby giving the skin more natural tones with the prevention of blur creation. The camera also possesses a BIONZ Image processor. The iAuto mode present within the camera is an upgraded version of the normal Auto mode available in most cameras. This iAuto mode has the power of thinking and thus works according to the requirement of the user. It recognizes the scenes, lightens up the surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts the settings of the camera thereby resulting in clearer, perfect images.
If we have to comment on the appearance or looks of this camera, then we can undoubtedly proclaim that it is smart, stylish and slim with a surface that is semi-glossy and metal-like. The edges are soft and rounded. It consists of simple controls with a minimal number of buttons that are situated on the right side of its LCD screen. Thus, this feature gives a clutter free look to the camera as opposed to other cameras that are packed with buttons. The variety of colors in which this camera is available include black, blue, silver and bronze. This intelligent cum sophisticated Sony Cyber Shot DSC W 290 12.1MpDigital Camera is a gadget that one can consider, less as a gadget and more of an asset.
