Sony DSC-P52 Digital Camera: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

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3.2 effective Megapixel Sony Super HAD CCD
2x optical zoom
MPEG Movie VX with audio
STAMINA NiMH batteries supplied
Memory Stick PRO compatible
Supplied Accessories
16MB Memory Stick, 2x NiMH Batteries, Charger, AV-Cable, USB Cable, Strap

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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.

Box contains

Sony DSC-P52 digital camera
2 x Sony STAMINA rechargeable NiMH batteries
AC-adaptor / in-camera charger
A/V and USB cables
Wrist strap
16 MB Memory Stick media
Software CD-ROM

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68 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars better features than P32, better value than P72, 7 Jul 2003

By	steve (London) - See all my reviews

I highly recommend the P52. The less expensive P32 has the same resolution and number of effective pixels but no optical zoom. The P32 is a good camera, but in my opinion the advantage of the 2x zoom on the P52 is worth the extra money. The more expensive P72 has the same resolution as both the P32 and P52 but slightly more optical and digital zoom than the P52 (from what I've seen that's the only important difference between the P52 and the P72 and must be where the extra money goes). If money is not too tight maybe you're prepared to pay for a little extra zoom...in my opinion it's not worth it. The extra digital zoom is nothing to get excited about because anyone with image manipulation software on their computer can enlarge and crop their images which is essentially all that digital zoom does. Also remember that the P72 has more zoom but not more pixels and when on maximum zoom the 2048 x 1536 image does start to pixelate slightly, even with the lesser zoom of the P52. All three are great cameras but the P52 is, in my opinion, the best value for money. So, sacrifice the extra zoom (I don't think you'll miss it) and with the money you save buy a larger memory card because the 16MB card that comes as standard with all three of the cameras mentioned here is filled very, very easily.

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very decent camera, 22 May 2003

By	I. Urquhart (Northampton, England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is my first digital camera and i have to say i'm very impressed with the ease of use and the quality of the camera. The reliablity and the build-quality of the camera is of a high standard, which is what i have come to expect from a sony device. Sony can't seem to do any wrong at the moment.

Having never really expermimented much with photography in the past i found myself shooting really neat pictures using the B+W and negative features on the camera within the first ten minutes of picking the camera up.

At 3.1 MP the quality is tremendous, though with the 16MB memory stick you can only take about 9 of these pictures before you run out of memory. It shoots mpeg movies as well, sound and all, but again you can only expect to get 45 seconds on the 16 MB stick and about 5 mins on the low quality setting.

My only gripe at the camera is that you don't get an A.C to D.C adapter that lets you use the camera even if the battries are dead. If the battries do die you have to take them out of the camera and charge them on a seperate battery charger. This can prove to be a pain as you can't use the camera again until the battries are fully charged.

I highly recommend that a second set of batteries and a larger memory stick (>64MB) should be purchased as this allows the camera to work at its full potential.

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49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great 3MP camera for budget buyers, 24 Jul 2003

By	"yingsawad" - See all my reviews

Sony P52 offers great quality images and superb new movie recording system at a low price. This camera offers 2X optical zoom for people who are not sure if they like to go for non-zoom or 3X zoom cameras.

The image quality is superb outdoor with some preset programs to suit most of the lighting conditions. Indoor images can be taken simply with or without flash. The focus problem is none when focus using the assisted focus light. It should be emphasized that not many cameras have this feature even in the higher ranges.

The movie option does not come just a bogus feature of this camera. The quality of the movie is good at 640 x 480 and sound quality is excellent.

Nothing perfect: The camera memory is compatible with the Memory Stick which is pretty pricy compared with other types of memory cards. So this can add up to your initial budget when you are considered to get an extra 64 or 128 MB card. However, the package includes two AA rechargeable batteries and a Sony battery charger. This should balance things up.

The look may be a bit bulky because of the protrude zoom lens. However, the camera make you feel solid, and the zoom does not seem to be easily broken down as in other retractable zoom lens cameras. In brief, Sony P52 is a considerable choice for people who are looking for a 3MP/zoom/ movie with sound featured/budget camera.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Decent Digi Camera For the Price
Having lived with the DSC-P52 for almost 2 years now, I feel that it's time to throw in my 2 cents! I'd previously used a Minolta Dynax SLR, but this Sony was my first digital... Read more

Published on 2 May 2005 by M. Edwards

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Pro's and Con's
Pro's

- Very nice build quality and good looking camera.

- Nice 640x480 video mode which records in MPEG1. Read more

Published on 12 Feb 2004 by blambe687

3.0 out of 5 stars Smart Zoom Is Not So Smart
I wanted a snapshot camera and went for the sony p52 because if the excellent reviews and sleek look to the camera and for my requirements the camera is absolutely perfect, just... Read more

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4.0 out of 5 stars A good perfomer for the lower end 3 mega pixel market
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