Note: this camera was first sold in
Feb 2008.
There may be newer versions available.
Sony Cybershot W170
HQ Grade: B
| 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
- 53rd of 175 in Ultra Compact
- 51st of 102 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 8th of 41 in Sony
- 20th of 80 in $150 - $200
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| electricshop.com | £189.99 |
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| Zalmar | $499.99 |
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Editors' Comments
With face detection and smile shutter mode - which automatically captures an image when your subject smiles without the need of pressing the shutter, the Sony Cybershot W170 is an innovative 10 megapixel camera for those looking to capture those special moments that never come around again.
read moreSpecifications
- 10.10 Megapixels
- 5x Optical Zoom /25x Digital Smart Zoom
- D-Range Optimizer for low light focus, partial manual focus, "smile shutter" mode, which automatically captures an image when your subject smiles
- Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization
- MPEG-1 Movie Mode
- Multi-pattern, Center-weighted, Spot Metering
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Answered Questions for the W170
- Q: which camera is generally better in the sense that the money spent was "worth it"- DSC-W170 or DSC-T300?
- A: To be honest. NEITHER, IMHO. Not that Sony isn't a bad brand. They have some nice cameras. But Sony overburdens... read more
- Q: is dscw-170 better than dsc-t300 in performance
- A: Both cameras will bring the ISO up to 3200, which effectively allows more light in to your photos, but adds... read more
- Q: I am looking for a good camera, is it this one?
- A: This is a great camera, and if the features suit you I say go for it. The price is actually... read more
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Open Questions for the W170
- Q: Is the W180 the newer version of the W170?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Zooming the photo
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Blurred pictures in burst mode please help!
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
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£189.99 |
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$499.99 |
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