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$450.00
from Best Buy Summary: After I found the limits of my older floppy disk based Sony camera, I decided on this camera as the replacement. It has almost all of the features I want on a digital and image quality is great when things go right. I find that the auto-focus system works very well except in low-light or low contrast conditions, and can not be rushed. For that matter, the whole camera can not be rushed since it takes about 2 seconds for the lens to extend and everything to get ready for action. Aside from these two complaints, everything else about the camera is top notch, from the metal construction to the placement of most of the controls. To use filters and the like, a special adapter ring must be fitted to the camera which costs an additional $25+. Basically, so long as you take a little time in situations where the light or contrast is low, it's a great little camera. Strengths: Many exposure modes AP, SP, Manual, Auto
MPEG movie mode
Adjustable sensitivity (ISO Equivalents)
Zeiss optics with fairly fast f/ratio
Good zoom range
Exposures up to 8 seconds for night photography Weaknesses: Don't rush it - takes about 2 seconds to ready itself. Doesn't sound like much, but it can be an eternity
Auto-focus system has trouble in low light/contrast
Accessories are on the expensive side
requires a special adapter ring ($25 US)to use filters
Won't fit in case with adapter ring installed
Not Memory Stick Pro compatible Similar Products Used: Earlier Sony FD-Marica
Agfa 1280
Several different film cameras Customer Service: Sony's website is pretty good about putting up solutions to common issues, updates and the like. I have not needed support beyond that.
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