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

In silver, black, pink, or light blue, the DSC-W55 is a stand-out choice for style-conscious start-out or step-up camera customers who appreciate real value and advanced technology. 7.2 MP imaging, Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens and high sensitivity combine to capture clear, high-detail images even in low light--and with up to 380-shot2 Stamina battery power, 56 MB internal memory capacity and large 2.5-inch LCD screen, the DSC-W55 is ideal for family memories at home or on the road.

7.2-Megapixel Super HAD CCD
More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The advanced Sony Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise.

Carl Zeiss 3x Optical Zoom Lens Design
A top-quality Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens design helps the DSC-W55 bring distant subjects closer and lets you frame shots quickly for better composition--a real advantage for family sports, outdoor fun and travel photos.

Large 2.5-Inch LCD Screen
The DSC-W55 provides a large, bright LCD screen for composing shots, checking results, sharing your photos on location and reading camera setup menus even in full sunlight.

High Sensitivity Mode
With high sensitivity of ISO 1000, the DSC-W55 gives you better shots in low light so you can shoot without flash to preserve the mood--great for birthday parties, indoor gatherings and candid portraits.

Clear RAW Noise Reduction
The original Sony Clear RAW NR (Noise Reduction) image processing technology helps suppress color noise that can accompany high-sensitivity shooting.

56MB Internal Memory
The DSC-W55 allows you to capture a large number of images without a flash memory card, so it's great for traveling or for quick candid snapshots.

Memory Stick Duo Media Convenience
The DSC-W55 also has a built-in slot for optional Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media--the compact, high-capacity storage media that make it easily to upload photos to your computer or make lab-quality prints at home on your SonyPicture Station digital printer (sold separately).

Function Guide Text/Icon Display
An on-screen Function Guide text/icon display makes it easy to learn the camera functions that give you greater creative freedom to adjust photo settings.

Versatile Color Modes
The DSC-W55 gives you greater creative freedom to adjust color mode for the creative results you want--with Natural setting for subtle colors, Rich setting for more intense colors, in addition to Monochrome and Sepia color settings.

Convenient Photo Modes
To adjust quickly for specific shooting situations, the DSC-W55 lets you choose from several convenient photo modes: Auto, P-Auto, and Scene Selections for Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Landscape, High Sensitivity, Soft Snap, Snow, and Beach environments.

14x Smart Zoom Feature
The Sony Smart Zoom feature intelligently "crops into" the central portion of interest in your photo, avoiding the image degradation of other digital zooms.

MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode
The DSC-W55 can capture VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second4), with length limited only by the capacity of your media.

Stamina Battery Power
Sony lets you capture up to 380 shots2 with a fully charged NP-BG1 Lithium Ion battery--enough shooting capacity to cover a long weekend or a whole vacation.

Burst Mode
You can fire off four shots automatically at 7.2 MP mode or up to 64 shots at VGA standard mode--a great way to capture a child's first steps or a pet's best tricks.

Picture Motion Browser Software
Supplied software makes it easier to upload, organize and search photos on your PC--and provides a convenient map view function to sort photos by location and display their origin on a world map by using an optional GPS unit.

What's in the box
Sony Cybershot DSCW55 digital camera, NP-BG1 rechargeable battery, BC-CSG battery charger, AV and USB multi-connector cables, wrist strap, software CD-ROM (Note: No Memory Stick DUO media or adaptors are included.)

  • 7.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints

  • 2.5-inch LCD display; 3x optical zoom

  • High-sensitivity shooting mode increases ISO to maximum of 1000

  • Capture MPEG VX video with audio

  • Stores images on Memory Stick DUO or MS Pro DUO memory cards (56 MB internal memory included)

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Our Price: $219.99

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Product Details:
Product Length: 4.0 inches
Product Width: 2.5 inches
Product Height: 1.0 inches
Product Weight: 1.0 pounds
Package Length: 7.2 inches
Package Width: 6.7 inches
Package Height: 2.3 inches
Package Weight: 1.1 pounds
Average Customer Rating: based on 304 reviews
 
 

Customer Reviews:
Average Customer Review:4.5
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5Sony Cybershot DSCW55 7.2MP Digital Camera  Jun 21, 2008
Highy recommend ! I have one of this my self and
2 other are gifts for my closed friends.

1Nothing but problems...  May 28, 2008
I carefully researched and compared before I bought this camera - my 1st digital. I thought it would be a good camera for the price, but boy have I been wrong. I have only had it a little over a year. 6 months after I bought it the flash stopped working properly. Sometimes the flash would be so bright you cannot see the pictures and sometimes it would be too dark. Darker than taking a picture without the flash. Sometimes it would work, but very rarely. Now, 13 months after I've had the camera the zoom function has completely stopped working. In fact, if I even try to move it - it prompts me to turn off power and turn on again.

I'm just going to have to buy a new camera. What a waste of $200+!!

I would not recommend this model to anyone. This is my first Sony camera and I will definitely not be buying this brand again.

1 of 2 found the following review helpful:

1HORRIBLE durability!  May 20, 2008
I got this thing and barely ever used it.. took OK pictures but I dropped it ONCE in the grass while i was camping and the shutter wouldnt open, the flash bulb blew out and I couldnt open or close the shutter! I sent it back and they wouldnt fix anything because I had tried to manually close the shutter to see if it would reset it self or something? But no.. they wanted me to pay something like $140 on a camera that I got for $150.. I always trusted Sony but now im going with another company. What a piece of junk! Get it if you know you will never ever drip it.. not even on soft grass. Good luck, losers.

5Wonderful Camera!!!  May 16, 2008
After almost 4 years owning the P100, I decided it was time to get a new camera, mostly because my husband and I had been sharing it and sometimes we both need it. Also, I wanted something smaller that could easily fit any purse. I almost went with the W120 but to be honest I wasn't sure if I needed some of the fancy functions. Plus I got an awesome deal on the W55.

Anyway I was hoping the W55 would work as good as it looks, and I'm glad it does! So far I have no complaints, it has pretty much the same functions as the P100, and a much bigger screen which I love. Another review mentioned the buttons being too small and I have to agree, I usually push the playback button with my nail and not my fingertip.

I take most pictures with flash so I can't comment on the blurriness a lot of people talk about, but I don't think it's that bad, just a matter of finding the right setting and using a tripod if necessary. Just be careful when taking video, it will do it with the settings you last used for taking pictures (such as black & white). I am very happy with this camera and I am hoping it will last for many many years!

2Horrible Pictures!!!!!  May 13, 2008
I purchased this camera a over a year ago and it has become my enemy! I loved this camera in the beginning and now I hate it! This camera takes blurry pictures no matter the circumstance! I tried everything and even flipped through the manual several times to see if I had a setting wrong. I ended up getting so disgusted with my pictures and bought an Olympus Stylus 840. I have to say that it has been a lifesaver! My pictures have not been blurry and while using the zoom option, the pictures are still clear! I would not recommend this Sony to anyone. I would recommend the Olympus Stylus with the image stabilization and the bigger lens!!

 
 
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