Typical price: £189
What is it: Slim 7-megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom
What we think: This ultracompact is a competent snapshooter, but its cheaper, lower-resolution siblings, the DSC-W30 and DSC-W50, are better values
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 14 July 2006
Tags: Sony, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W70, contrast, LCD, exposure compensation
We like:
Can take very good photos in sufficient light; compact; easy to use; decent performance
We don't like:
Photos display processing artefacts in shadow areas; above-average noise at ISO 200 and higher
CNET UK judgement:
The ultracompact Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W70 is a competent snapshooter, but its cheaper, lower-resolution siblings, the DSC-W30 and DSC-W50, are better values
Full review:
Aside from its 7-megapixel sensor, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W70 is physically and functionally identical to its series brethren, the 6-megapixel DSC-W50 and the 8-megapixel DSC-W100. And just like its siblings, the DSC-W70 delivers a pleasant snapshooting experience -- with the photos to match -- making it a good choice for many casual and holiday photographers. However, photo artefacts will disappoint pickier shooters, and the deft finger work needed to manipulate its tiny controls may frustrate others. Continue Reading...
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