Note: this camera was first sold in
Jan 2005.
There may be newer versions available.
Sony CyberShot DSC-W5
HQ Grade: C-
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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This camera is ranked
- 71st of 81 in Point and Shoot (#1 is Canon A1000 IS)
- 19th of 34 in 5 Megapixel (#1 is Canon A530)
- 39th of 42 in Sony (#1 is Sony HX1)
- 70th of 83 in $200 - $300 (#1 is Canon SD780 IS)
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| Amazon Marketplace | $229.99 |
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| 47digital | $439.00 |
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Editors' Comments
The rumors are true: Sony has announced the 5-megapixel, 3x optical zoom Sony CyberShot DSC-W5. Equipped with a new "stamina" battery system, the Sony W5 can apparently shoot up to 420 shots on a single charge! The Sony W5 is a follow-up to the CyberShot DSC-W1, which had classic-looking metal body and a huge 2.5" LCD screen, but received mixed reviews...
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Specifications
- 5.0 megapixels (effective)
- 3x optical zoom/4x digital zoom
- auto and manual focus
- program and manual exposure
- JPEG file format
- ISO range 100 - 400
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Answered Questions for the DSC-W5
- Q: The camera lens will not extend on its own. I rcv the "turn off power and on again". I have to assist the lens out
- A: First I would check your batteries. Underpowered batteries can easily affect lens movement and camera performance. Digital cameras require a... read more
- Q: My battery life in a sony dsc-w5 has dropped sustantially...any ideas why?
- A: It is possible for rechargeable batteries to decrease in power over time and hold less with each charge. This may... read more
- Q: y cant i use the zoom while taking a video from my DSC-W5.and y the picture quality is not as good as compared to others?
- A: That's not uncommon. Most point and shoot cameras can't zoom while recording. This is largely due to the fact that... read more
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Open Questions for the DSC-W5
- Q: my camera will not switch on have treid new batterys have tried leaving them out for several minutes and still nothing, any ideas??
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: y cant i c the video taken frm my sony dsc-w5 on full screen of the camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I have an intermittent mode switch (1 position only) is there any quick fix, or do I need to clean or replace the switch.
- 15 points for best answer - 2 replies
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Sony DSC-W5
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136 Store Reviews |
Amazon Marketplace
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$229.99 |
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1309 Store Reviews |
47digital
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$439.00 |
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Sony CyberShot DSC-W5 News
1/27/05
The Sony W5 is Officially Announced
Will the Sony W5 be better than the W1? We hope so.
