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Sony CyberShot DSC-W1

Sony CyberShot DSC-W1

  • 4 out of 5
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  • 4 out of 5
"(Another) Broken Battery Door Cover & Holder"
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Answered Questions for the DSC-W1

Q: battery door broken
A: You can also purchase a replacement part through Sony Parts and Accesories. The only problem you might have with this... read more
Q: Does anyone have a repair manual for this camera?
A: Well, I found it... but unfortunately not for a free download like I was hoping to find. Here it is... read more
Q: E61 error Sony Camers
A: E61 is a lens error. It could be due to the lens being knocked out of alignment, or more likely... read more

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Open Questions for the DSC-W1

Q: sony W1, battery compartment replacement
1 point for best answer - 2 replies
Q: my camera is flashing E61:00
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: my 32mb memory stick capacity not appering and utilised to full size
20 points for best answer - 5 replies

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Editors' Comments

The ultra compact Sony DSC-W1 separates itself from the pack with its huge 2.5" LCD screen. Small enough to slip into a pocket, and powered by two AA batteries, the W1 is perfectly designed for traveling the world or just jetting around town. Though you'll have to be careful to protect the LCD screen from scratches, its size makes it incredibly easy... read more

Specifications

  • 5.0 megapixels (effective)
  • 3x optical zoom
  • 4x digital zoom
  • auto and manual focus
  • program and manual exposure only
  • JPEG file format
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  • 3.62 out of 5

Average rating based on 405 total reviews: 3.62/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Not Bad... (jon - 2/19/09)

I have used this cameral on vacations, boat rips, beach trips, etc as a secondaary camera to my D50 and D80....Only problem I have had... read more

  • 4 out of 5
(Another) Broken Battery Door Cover & Holder (Rick Tom - 1/5/09)

After reading and reading complaint after complaint about the W1's battery door, I finally decided to take action. My wife's been using the W1 for... read more

  • 4 out of 5
nice compact, big screen (Jens Frandsen - 4/27/07)

I love the camera. No complaints really except that the turn dial is a little off every once in a while.read more

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