Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-P52 Digital Camera

Sony's DSC-P52 Cyber-shot® digital still camera proves that price is irrelevant where Sony quality is concerned. Providing great value, you're getting a camera with functionality that rivals more sophisticated models. The DSC-P52 offers 3.2 megapixel effective resolution, 2x optical zoom, 0 to 3.2 Smart Zoom (at VGA size), and Sony features that make it easier than ever to take exciting digital photos with point-and-shoot ease. From 16-frame multi-burst, MPEG movie modes, and smart auto-focus functions to an intelligent flash, multi-pattern measuring and voice memo and e-mail modes. The DSC-P52 also includes a USB 2.0 interface and convenient rechargeable NiMH batteries with included charger Minimize

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Manufacturer: Sony

Product MPN
MPN	2cwndtdabs
Key Features
Camera Type	Standard Point and Shoot
Optical Zoom	2x
Resolution	3.34 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type	CCD
Weight	0.62 lb.
Lens
Interchangeable Lens	Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom	2x
35mm Zoom Lens	41 - 82 mm
Digital Zoom	3.2x
Focus Type	Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focus Range	3.25 in. to Infinity (w) / 15.75 in. (t)
Focal Length	6.3 - 12.6 mm
Image Quality
Camera Resolution	3.34 Megapixel
Image Resolutions	640 x 480 • 2048 x 1536 • 1632 x 1224 • 1280 x 960
Video
Video Resolutions	640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
Max Movie Length	Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
Video Format	MPEG
Exposure Control
Aperture Range	f3.8 (w)
White Balance	Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset)
Storage
Memory Type	Memory Stick
Compression Modes	Fine • Normal
Compression Type	JPEG • GIF
File Size (High Res.)	1.66 MB (77 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)	0.07 MB (about 1,829 images on 128MB card)
Flash
ISO Speeds	Auto • 100 • 200 • 400
Flash Type	Built-In
Flash Functions	Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder	Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen	With LCD Screen
LCD Screen Size	1.6 in.
LCD Screen Resolution	61,600 pixels
LCD Protected Position	Without LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface Type	USB
Video Interface	Video Out
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	540 Images
Included Features
Self Timer	10 Sec.
Built-in MP3 Player	Unknown
Built-in Microphone	With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker	With Built-in Speaker
Tripod Mount	With Tripod Mount
System Requirements
Operating System	Apple Mac OS 8 • Apple Mac OS 9 • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Dimensions
Width	4.88 in.
Depth	2.13 in.
Height	2.38 in.
Weight	0.62 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Cyber-shot
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger
Release Date	April, 2003

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By: ksu96
Jan 19, 2004

Ideal Digital Camera for Beginners

Author's Rating:

Pros: Beautiful pictures, wide array of settings, intuitive menu options.

Cons: A bit bulky in the hand, no protective case.

Bottom Line:
Beautiful photos in an easy-to-use camera. Uploads to a computer right out of the box. Excellent for beginners. Read More

By: bob_smith11
Dec 11, 2003

Great Quality Pictures for a Decent Price.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great Picture, price and easy to use.

Cons: No case. Sony's Software for this leaves something to be desired.

Bottom Line:
It's easy to use and you can get it for under $250. It takes great quality pictures and the battery life is pretty impressive. Read More

By: nb12
May 26, 2003

I love it! I love it! I love it!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great quality pictures. Very easy to use.

Cons: Didn't find any.

Bottom Line:
I would recommend this camera to anybody, because it's very easy to use, and you'll have good quality pictures and movies. Read More

By: hawkeyesaver
May 27, 2003

Easy to use and a great value!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Very user friendly for a first time dig-cam user.

Cons: Sometimes it delays after taking pic and this can be frustrating.

Bottom Line:
I would recommend this bargain for first time digital camera buyers. It is easy to use and has some nice features that a lot of comparable cams do not. Read More

By: joelmar
Aug 17, 2003