Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N1 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Theano Nikitas

Reviewed on: 9 November 2005

Tags: Sony, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N1, love, budget, menu system

We like:

Three-inch touch-screen LCD; generally responsive performance; photo-album capabilities; point-and-select autofocus; decent high-ISO shooting

We don't like:

All-menus-all-the-time touch-screen operation; no optical viewfinder; some purple fringing; lack of image details

You might also need:

1GB Memory Stick Duo Pro

CNET UK judgement:

This camera isn't for everybody, but its huge touch-screen LCD and photo-album display will certainly catch the eyes of those who want something a little out of the ordinary

Full review:

Either you'll love the idea of a touch-screen LCD or you'll find the necessity of constantly visiting the menu system totally frustrating, if not absurd -- it's enough to make anyone's relationship with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N1 a love/hate proposition. Casual photographers frustrated with the assortment of buttons and dials on other digital cameras may find the N1's touch screen easier to use. Those accustomed to changing settings via dedicated buttons or a four-way controller may reject the whole idea. Continue Reading...