What is it: Compact 10-megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom
What we think: It's small and fast, but compression artefacts and an awkward touchscreen hinder use
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 4 December 2006
Tags: Sony, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2, menu system, Memory Stick Duo, megapixel camera
We like:
Speedy shooting in well-lit scenes
We don't like:
Fuzzy images; shutter lags when shooting in dim light; some users might find the touchscreen awkward
CNET UK judgement:
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 is small and fast, but compression artefacts and an awkward touchscreen hinder its use
Full review:
Sony seems to love touchscreens. First, it put a touchscreen on its 8-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-N1. Then, it put touchscreens on several of its camcorders, including the high-definition Handycam HDR-SR1 and the HDR-UX1. Then, it put a touchscreen on the ultracompact Cyber-shot DSC-T50. Now Sony has come full circle with the Cyber-shot DSC-N2. Continue Reading...
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