Sony Unveils Three New Cyber-Shot Digital Cameras
From the archive: published Jan 30, 2012, 14 years ago. Details may have changed since.
Sony, known for many electronics from televisions to computers to the Playstation, announced three new digital cameras in their Cyber-Shot line. Despite smartphone cameras getting more and more powerful, people still have the need and interest for a digital camera.
The Cyber-Shot line of point and shoot cameras have been known for their style and features. Consumers can expect great pictures, great video, great style, and all at a very attractive price that’s not going to break the budget.
“Sony has announced three new Cyber-shot point-and-shoot camera models, bringing the total number of new cameras in 2012 to six. The DSC-WX50, DSC-WX70, and DSC-TX200V, all of which will be available for purchase in March, all feature 5x zoom lenses and Exmor R CMOS sensors. They will be available in March, a month after the DSC-W610, DSC-W620, and DSC-W650 cameras that were announced at CES.”
What can people expect? Let’s start with the DSC-WX50.
- 2.7 inch screen
- 25-125mm f/2.6-6.3 Carl Zeiss zoom lens
- 16 megapixel image sensor
- Ability to shoot 1080i60 video
- Image stabilization
The DSC-WX70 is pretty much the same, except for the fact that it has a larger and supposedly sharper 3 inch screen. You can expect the WX50 for $199.99 while the WX70 with a larger screen will run you $229.99.
The DSC-TX200V is a totally different camera with a new, ultra slim design.
- 18 megapixel image sensor with 5x zoom
- Ability to shoot 1080i60 video
- GPS for tagging images
- Image stabilization
- 3.3 inch OLED touch screen
- Water and dust proof
People can expect to pay more which will run you $499.99. These cameras will be available in March.
What do you think about Sony’s Cyber-Shot line of digital cameras?