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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
The new entry-level to Sony's Cyber-shot W series, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 is based around a 1/2.3" SuperHAD CCD image sensor with 12.1 megapixel resolution coupled to a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar branded 4x optical zoom lens.

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Features
12.1 Megapixel Super HAD™ CCD Image SensorA powerful 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3” Super HAD™ CCD image sensor helps you capture gorgeous images with superb contrast and clarity down to the finest detail.

Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens with 4x Optical ZoomThe professional-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® 4x optical zoom lens brings distant subjects closer for great outdoor, sports, and travel photos.

30mm wide angle lensA wide angle lens (30mm-120mm) shows more of the scene you're shooting, helping you capture more complete images when shooting indoor group portraits, expansive landscapes, or architectural scenes.

2.7" Clear Photo LCD™ displayGenerous 2.7” (230K pixels) Clear Photo LCD™ display features sharp, natural color that makes it easy to compose shots, read menus, and view photos, even in bright sunlight.

BIONZ™ image processorThe BIONZ™ image processor delivers the high resolution and fast performance you expect from a Sony® digital camera.

Auto ModeAuto Mode automatically adjusts exposure and white balance settings for better pictures, and can be enhanced further with a simple change in the settings menu.

Face Detection technologyFace Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and controls flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to deliver accurate, natural skin tones with reduced red-eye for beautiful images of family and friends.

Intelligent Scene RecognitionAutomatically detects five different types of scenes conditions (Backlight, Backlight Portrait, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, and Twilight using a Tripod ) and within 1/30th of a second selects the appropriate camera settings.

Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilizationOptical SteadyShot™ image stabilization uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect camera shake and automatically shifts the lens to help prevent blur without sacrificing image quality.

Smile Shutter™ technologyThe Smile Shutter™ technology automatically detects and captures a smiling face. Simply activate by pressing the Smile Shutter button and the camera will capture a smile the moment it happens.

Double Anti-blur SolutionThe combination of Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization and High ISO sensitivity helps compensate for shaky hands, minimizes blur, and allows flash-free shooting to preserve the mood.

Easy Shooting ModeIn Easy Shooting Mode, easy-to-understand basic instructions are displayed on the LCD screen and the camera switches to all automatic settings so you can just take the photo without worrying about settings.

High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200)High ISO allows for faster shutter speed, so you can take photos indoors or in low light without the need for a flash.

MPEG Movie VX Fine ModeCapture VX Fine (640x480) audio/video clips at a high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second). The maximum length of time you can shoot continuously is approximately 10 minutes.

Stamina® Battery PowerProvides extended battery life and shooting capacity when using a fully-charged lithium-ion battery. The included battery supports up to 370 shots.

Memory Stick Duo™ Media ConvenienceThe Cyber-shot® DSC-W220 camera accepts Memory Stick Duo™ media or Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media.

HDTV CompatibilityView your photos in glorious high definition on a Sony® BRAVIA® or similar compatible HDTV

Wide Zoom displayTo use the entire image area of the compatible HDTV screen (sold separately), Wide Zoom display automatically expands standard 4:3 and 3:2 images to 16:9.

In-Camera Retouching ToolsRetouch and enhance your photos on the go with in-camera Trimming and Red-Eye Correction functions.

Multi-purpose Resize functionLets you change the aspect ratio of an image right in the camera, so you can adjust images as necessary, whether you want to display them on a compatible HDTV3, e-mail them, or upload them to a blog.

16:9 High Resolution ModeUsing the 16:9 High Resolution Mode, you can record high resolution images in the 16:9 aspect ratio favored by HDTVs.

Specifications
LCD2.7" Clear Photo LCD (230K Pixels)

Lens Construction6 elements in 5 groups (including 3 aspheric elements)

Lens TypeCarl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®

Microphone/Speaker Yes/ Yes

ViewfinderNo

Imaging Device 1/2.3 type(7.79mm) Super HAD™ CCD

Megapixel 12.1MP

Recording Media 15MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo™ Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media

Battery Capacity 3.6V, 960 mAh

Battery Type Lithium-Ion NP-BG1

Flash Effective RangeISO Auto: W: Approx 0.66'-12.8' (Approx 0.2-3.9m) / T: Approx 1.64'-6.23' (Approx 0.5-1.9m) ISO3200: W: up to Approx 23.3' (Approx 7.1m) / T: Approx 2.8' (Approx 3.9m)

Flash Mode(s)Auto / Flash On / Slow Syncro / Flash Off

Optics/Lens35mm Equivalent : 30-120mm

Aperture Range Auto(F2.8/F7.1(W), 2 steps with ND Filter) / Program Auto(F2.8/F7.1(W), 2 steps with ND Filter)

Digital Zoom Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off

Exposure CompensationPlus / Minus 2.0EV, 1 / 3EV step

Face Detection Yes - 8 faces with priority

Optical Zoom 4x

Shutter SpeedAuto(1/4 - 1/1,600) / Program Auto(1" - 1/1,600)

Burst ModeApprox.1.7 fps (Maximum 100 shots)

Color Mode(s)Normal / Vivid / Sepia / B & W

Image StabilizationYes

Erase/ProtectYes/Yes

Media/Battery IndicatorYes

Red-Eye ReductionYes (On / Off all modes)

Removable Flash Media CompatibilityTested to support up to 16GB Memory Stick DUO PROTM media capacity; does not support Access Control security function.

Self Timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off)

BIONZ™ EngineYes

ISOAuto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200

Accessory Terminal Multi connector

Audio/Video Output(s)Yes via Mutli-Use Connector

HD OutputYes (1080i) - With optional accessory cable(VMC-HD2).

USB Port(s)Yes -supports USB 2.0

Operating System Compatibility Microsoft® 2000 Professional, XP Home and Professional; Macintosh® OS 9.1/9.2/OS X (10.1-10.5)

Supplied Software Windows: Picture Motion Browser Vers 4.2 (Mac not supported)

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$152.99
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