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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1  
 
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Manufacturer: Sony Electronics
Model name: Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
Date announced: 2009-08-05
MSRP: $350
Average retail price: $349  See all prices
Official site: Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 Homepage
 
Max resolution: 3648 x 2736 (10 Megapixel)
Sensor size (type): 1/2.4" (CMOS)
Zoom capability: 5X optical + 2X digital
Focal length (35mm equiv.): 24mm - 120mm
Crop factor (D-SLR only): N/A
Max. Aperture: F2.4 - F5.9
Auto focus: Yes
 
Optical image stabilization: Yes
AF-assist lamp: Yes
Macro (min distance): Yes (5 cm)
Built-in flash: Yes
External flash support: No
Supports conversion lenses: No
 
LCD display: Yes/2.7"
LCD resolution: 230,400 pixels
LCD position: Fixed
Viewfinder: None
Viewfinder magnification: N/A
Viewfinder coverage: N/A
 
Manual controls: Exposure compensation
ISO sensitivity: 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200
Movie mode (format): Yes (H.264)
Movie resolution (max): 1280 x 720
Sound recording: Yes
RAW/TIFF mode: No
PictBridge support: Yes
 
Storage method: 11MB onboard memory + Memory Stick Duo   Buy more memory now!
Storage capacity (w/included card): 2-70
Batteries used: NP-BG1 (1), NP-FG1 (1)  Buy batteries now!
Battery life
(CIPA standard):
350 shots
 
Video out: Yes
HDMI port: No
USB support: Yes (2.0)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 3.6 x 2.1 x 0.8 in / 91.4 x 53.3 x 20.3 mm
Weight (empty): 4.2 oz / 120 g
Bundled software: Picture Motion Browser 4
 
Misc. notes: CMOS sensor promises twice the sensitivity of typical CCD. Also allows for "sweep panorama", handheld twilight, anti-motion blur reduction, and 10 fps continuous shooting features.