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Sony CyberShot W100
Sony CyberShot W100
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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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Great for anything but closeups"
  • 4 out of 5
"Sony DSC-W100 Review"
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Answered Questions for the Sony W100

Q: DELETING PHOTOS FROM SONY DSC W100 CYBERSHOT VIEWER
A: Hi Dave,First of all, I'd recommend not using the software Sony packages with the camera. read more
Q: Sony W100 does not have the date stamp feature. Do any of the newer cameras similar to the W100 have this feature?
A: Yes, Canon 800is, Canon A80, Canon A75, Canon SD600 are examples of cameras with date... read more
Q: WHAT CAMERA IS BEST FOR TAKING ACTION/SPORTS PICTURE.
A: We get this question a lot and I really woudl have to recommend two possible... read more
Q: Sony Memory stick icon is now replaced by the Sony digital camera
A: I figured it out myself. You plug in the USB to the camera and connect... read more
Q: I want to delete pictures from cybershot viewer, I don't want to buy another program. Am I out of luck?
A: Windows Explorer can delete the pictures for you.While you are at it, you might as... read more
Q: how can I get flash to work other than in portrait mode?
A: Terry,This "stack of papers flashing" should mean you are in "burst" mode. The flash will... read more
Q: will not snap picture
A: First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure... read more
Q: DSC-W100 Showing Shaking Hand Warning and Refusing to Take Shots in Light
A: First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure... read more
Q: any good tip to cut now reflection on pics that r framed in clear glass?
A: Hey Marc , The polarizing lens may not screw on to your camera, But you... read more
Q: What is the best camera for taking pictures of kids & that has a good shutter speed & stabilization?
A: the Sony H5 has excellent movie quality but your problem with the blurred pictures due... read more
Q: Canon SD800 IS vs Sony Cybershot DSC W100, Can you tell me which one is good
A: Read www.dpreview.com for the Canon SD800IS. It's true there is a SLIGHT softness to the... read more
Q: Which is better for beginner this camera or the HP photosmart 827?
A: Diovan,Frankly, I wouldn't wish a HP digital camera on anyone. They make great printers and... read more
Q: w100 or t10
A: Hi Cagdas. What Ben is saying, it's true. The W100 is much better than the... read more
Q: SONY CyberShot W100
A: If you do a lot of indoor photography, and with possible low light situations, you... read more
Q: does this camera have the magifying glass feature like the newer Sony DSC-T10?
A: T10 can take very close pictures of 1cm away and W100 can do it at... read more
Q: which is better canon a710 or sony w100
A: Hi Linda,"Better" is always a relative thing when it comes to questions like this, but... read more
Q: Can this camera do rapid shot photos or burst shooting?
A: Reviews at Image Resource and digitalcamerainfo quoted a burst mode of 1 frame per second... read more
Q: what is the difference between Sony W100 and the Sony DSC W100? Is it the color? or are they rreally different??
A: hi celenathey are the same cam. the original name of this cam is DCSW100. W100... read more
Q: Hi, I have a SOny T7 which has been a huge disappointment.
A: I would recommend the Sony W100 because not only does it have an ISO rating... read more
Q: is there a manual adjustment for flash exposure?
A: W100 has a built in flash and Sony does not provide any options for users... read more

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Open Questions for the Sony W100

Q: What didital camera's has date back? Has to have 10 or more megapixels
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Q: does anyone have a problem with the camera switching modes without touching the wheel
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Q: dsc-w100 data corrupted How can I recover mydata from these *.chk files
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Q: how do i delete all of the pictures on the camera itself in one shot not 1 by 1?
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Q: HI ALL!! Am having a budget of INR 12000(approx $267) for a digital camera.
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Q: when taking a video with the sony cyber shot 100w does it collect audio also
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Does this camera have a sports function?
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Q: how many minutes can sony w 100 record vedio
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Q: Sony Digital For Work
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Q: best $300 digital camera
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Q: I am photographing tattoos and need a camera that will take very clear, upclose work with no glare.
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Q: fast shutter speed multiple shots?
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Q: I like taking close up picture of my children...Is this Sony W100 great for that? and also, whats the difference between the scan disk and the memory stick pro duo?...Thanks, Elissa
30 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: I'm looking for a great FAST compact digital camera? Is this the one?
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Q: I want to take a picture at my son's basketball game inside the gym
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Q: How fast does this camera come back in between shots?
30 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: what reasonably priced models are easy to use and easy to get the pix from camera to computer - eg, using USB memory sticks instead of memory cards? I am new to digital camera world.
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