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Sony CyberShot DSC-TX1
The Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is the latest addition to Sony’s range of slim and stylish ultra-compact digital cameras.

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Features
Exmor R” CMOS Image SensorThe DSC-TX1 features a 10.2 megapixel “Exmor R” CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the camera’s Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain.

Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® LensThe high-performance Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® 4x optical zoom lens brings distant subjects closer for video recording as well as for outdoor, sports, and travel photos, and Close Focus shoots close-ups up to just under ½” from the subject.

3" Clear Photo LCD Plus™ Touch ScreenA large 3” Clear Photo LCD Plus™ touch screen display¹ (230K pixels) allows you to scroll through images by simply touching the display.

Colors AvailableThe Cyber-shot® DSC-TX1 camera is available in silver, gray, pink, and blue.

BIONZ™ Image ProcessorThe BIONZ™ image processor delivers the high resolution and fast performance you expect from a Sony® Cyber-shotTM digital camera.

Anti Motion Blur ModeCapture cleaner and sharper images, even when your subject is moving. When set in Anti Motion Blur Mode, the DSC-TX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with higher shutter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and eliminate subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.

Stylish Slim DesignMeasuring at just 3 3/4" x 2 3/8" x 21/32", the DSC-TX1 is slim enough to slip into a pocket or purse, so you can take it with you wherever you go.

Handheld TwilightWhen set to Handheld Twilight Mode, the DSC-TX1 captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, you can capture images in low light, without flash, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.

HD Movie (720p)Capture more of your memories in high definition (720p) video. Record HD movies in 720p high definition MPEG4 format with stereo sound for stunning large-screen home movie playback. Record up to 29 min in 720p format (or up to 2GB) per movie.

Sweep Panorama modeReach beyond the traditional wide angle lens, and capture more breathtaking shots with Sweep Panorama Mode. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed, then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image.

High speed shootingThe DSC-TX1 can capture full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 fps, helping to ensure that you capture the decisive moment such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, the DSC-TX1 employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.

Creative painting toolsDecorate your photos with words and drawings using the included paint pen. There are also more than 30 stamps and 15 types of picture frames.

Intelligent Auto (iAuto) modeUnlike traditional auto mode, Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode thinks for you, recognizing scenes, lighting conditions, and faces, and adjusts settings resulting in clearer images, faces with more natural skin tone, and less blur.

Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) ModeIntelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode automatically detects nine different types of scenes and, within just 1/30th of a second, selects the appropriate camera settings

Intelligent AFThanks to Intelligent AF technology, capture fleeting moments like a child’s adorable expression with the ultra-quick AF which locks focus in as little as 0.3-sec.

Motion DetectionMotion Detection, along with Face Motion Detection adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when movement is detected, reducing blur in moving subjects and faces

Face Detection technologySony’s improved Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.

Smile Shutter™ technologySmile Shutter™ technology captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply press the Smile Shutter™ button and the camera does the rest. You can also select adult and child priority and indicate the degree of Smile Detection Sensitivity.

Pet modePet-mode minimizes blur when shooting moving pets utilizing Motion Detection technology and automatically turns off the flash to reduce glowing pet eyes.

Viewing modesFind your photos using the simple folder or calendar viewing modes.

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

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

Lithium-ion batteryIncluded lithium-ion battery provides added convenience with longer lasting power than alkaline batteries.

Function GuideThis beginner-friendly optional function helps navigate through the various functions and settings displaying the description of chosen functions or settings on the LCD screen.

General Specifications
Imaging Device 1/2.4" (7.59mm) "Exmor R" CMOS Sensor

Megapixel Approx. 10.2 Megapixels

ProcessorBIONZ™

Recording Media 11MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo™ Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (High Speed), optional Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo™

Lens
35mm Equivalent Still shots: 35-140mm / Movie 16:9: 35-152mm / Movie 4:3 :46-184

Aperture Range Auto(F3.5-F4.6)

Digital Zoom Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off

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

Face DetectionDetects up to 8 Faces - with Touch Priority / Auto Priority / Child Priority / Adult Priority

Focal Length 6.18-24.7mm

Focus 9 points / Center Weighted AF / Spot AF/ Flexible Spot (touch)

ISO Auto / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200

Macro Mode Auto Macro: W:Approx. 0.39" (1cm) to Infinity

Optical Zoom 4x

Shutter Speed Auto(2" - 1/1,250) / Program Auto(1" - 1/1,250)

Smart Zoom® Technology 5M : Approx.5.6x(Total), 3M : Approx.7.1x(Total), VGA : Approx.22x(Total), 16:9 (2M) : Approx.7.6x(Total)

Total Zoom Approx. 8x

Convenience Features
Burst ModeApprox 10 fps at 10.2MP

Date/Time StampAvailable in the included PMB software.

Dynamic Range Optimizer Standard / Off / Plus

Image Stabilization Optical SteadyShotTM Image Stabilization

Media/Battery Indicator Yes/Yes

PictBridge Compatible Yes

Red-Eye ReductionAuto / On / Off

Removable Flash Media Compatibility Tested to support up to 16GB Memory Stick DUO PRO media capacity1; does not support Access Control security function

Self TimerYes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off)

Still Image Mode(s)Normal (JPEG) / Hi-Speed Burst

AF Illuminator Light Auto / Off

Clear RAW NR Yes

Histogram Display Yes

In-Camera Editing Trimming / Red Eye Correction / Unsharp Masking

Multi-Pattern Measuring Yes

NightFraming System No

NightShot® Infrared SystemNo

Power Save Mode Yes (after approx. 2 min. of inactivity)

Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilizationOptical SteadyShotTM Image Stabilization

Hardware
LCD3.0" Clear Photo LCD Plus (230K pixels)

Lens Construction 12 elements in 10 groups (including 4 aspheric elements, 1 prism)

Lens Type Vario-Tessar

Microphone/Speaker Mono

ViewfinderNo

Power
Battery Capacity Battery life (min.): Approx. 125; No of Images: Approx. 250

Battery Type LITHIUM ION / InfoLITHIUM D type 3.6V

Power Consumption (in Operation)Approx.1.0W

Software
Operating System Compatibility Microsoft® Windows XP Home and Professional SP3; Windows Vista SP2; Macintosh® OS OS X (10.3-10.5)

Supplied Software Picture Motion Browser Vers 4.3 + USB Driver (Not supported by Macintosh® Operating Systems); Music Transfer

Inputs & Outputs
Accessory Terminal Multi connector

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

HD Output Yes (1080i)

USB Port(s)Yes - USB2.0 Hi-Speed

Where To Buy ?
$296.95
$299.99

Ratings by Store(s)
B & H Foto & Electronics 4.5
2 User Review(s)
Abe’s Of Maine 4.4
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