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Product Description
Barely larger than a deck and a half of cards, the Cyber-shot V1 camera offers a 5-megapixel imager and a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with 4 x optical zoom sharpness and colour accuracy. It also features a hot shoe and accessory terminal. Plus, there are several Sony-only features, including a rechargeable Infolithium battery system, with to-the-minute awareness of remaining battery life, along with Nightshot and NightFraming features for taking crisp pictures in no or low-light conditions.
This model was built for a special class of photographer who wants ultimate control over the picture-taking process, but who also wants the option to call upon automatic features to help balance light and exposure. Among the features that will appeal to the purist are Manual Exposure Controls, Five-area Multi-Point Auto Focus, Multi-Pattern Measuring, Auto Fill Flash. The DSC-V1 also features a lightning-fast USB 2.0 interface for high-speed transfer. Memory Stick Pro compatible with included 32MB Memory Stick Pro Media.
Manufacturer's Description
If you thought you could only get true-to-life resolution, definitive control and stunning output from an SLR camera, check out the Sony DSC-V1 Cyber-shot digital camera. The DSC-V1 combines the control you prefer with extraordinary performance and a uniquely-compact design that is 30% smaller than its predecessor!
Barely larger than a deck and a half of cards, the Cyber-shot V1 camera offers a 5-megapixel imager and a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with 4 x optical zoom sharpness and colour accuracy. It also features a hot shoe and accessory terminal. Plus, there are several Sony-only features, including a rechargeable Infolithium battery system, with to-the-minute awareness of remaining battery life, along with Nightshot and NightFraming features for taking crisp pictures in no or low-light conditions.
This model was built for a special class of photographer who wants ultimate control over the picture-taking process, but who also wants the option to call upon automatic features to help balance light and exposure. Among the features that will appeal to the purist are Manual Exposure Controls, Five-area Multi-Point Auto Focus, Multi-Pattern Measuring, Auto Fill Flash. The DSC-V1 also features a lightning-fast USB 2.0 interface for high-speed transfer. Memory Stick Pro compatible with included 32MB Memory Stick Pro Media.
Designed to deliver a huge array of impressive features, the DSC-V1 includes a Super HAD CCD image sensor that delivers massive 5.0 megapixel resolution (effective) and a 4X optical/4X Smart Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens that gives you exceptional control. Other features include 5-Area Multi-Point AF (Auto-Focus), NightShot, NightFraming IR Assist, Multi-Pattern, and Program Shift, which lets you conveniently select Aperture/Shutter combinations while in the Program AE mode.
Optics and Resolution
A Super HAD CCD image sensor delivers massive 5.0 megapixel resolution (effective) for clear printouts at up to 20x30 inches. The 4x optical/4x Smart Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens gives you exceptional control, providing the 35mm equivalent of 34mm-136mm. The macro focus distance is 3.9 inches, and shutter speed varies from a high of thirty seconds to a low of 1/1000 second.
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens:
Famous for its superior sharpness and color accuracy, the Vario-Sonnar lens is the most advanced multi-layer optical coating system. The DSCV1 zoom lens features 8 elements in 7 groups with aspheric elements.
Movie Mode
It is possible to shoot MPEG movies with audio at a resolution of 640x480 or 160x112.
More Features
A ten-second self-timer makes it easy to take shots that include the entire family, and noise-reduction technology is designed to make low-light photos less grainy. The camera also incorporates a laser to assist with auto-focusing for crisp shots.
Power and Size
The camera is powered by an included rechargeable InfoLithium NP-FC11 battery. It measures 3 15/16 by 2 9/16 by 2 1/5 inches and weighs 10.9 ounces (without batteries). The battery is charged in-camera by connecting to the included AC adapter.
