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Sony Cybershot W55

Sony Cybershot W55

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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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Great camera but now it is broken"
  • 4 out of 5
"A great camera for the first time digicam users"
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Whether clad in precious pink or stunning silver, the Sony Cybershot W55 is a people-pleasing ultracompact. These 7-megapixel cameras are more than enough for the everyday user, and the lithium-ion battery is good for around 400 photos before it needs a refreshing charge. The W55 is also available in light blue and black colors, and a version with... read more

Specifications

  • 7.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100-1000
  • 3x optical zoom
  • Autofocus
  • Movie mode with sound
  • Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo memory (56MB internal)
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Answered Questions for the W55

Q: how do I turn off the volume on my camera for when I am just taking pictures?
A: This camera is new so I am not sure of its exact controls, but I'm willing to bet it is... read more
Q: Im in London for the summer the charger doesnt work here. Any suggestions on where or other chargers I could use?
A: Just get a power converter. Hammacher makes one that works in 150 countries for about $40. You don't want ot... read more
Q: How do you reset your camera?
A: Resetting the camera is usually a simple procedure of either removing the batteries for about 10 minutes and then reinserting... read more

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Open Questions for the W55

Q: how can i turn the flash on
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: why a memory stick duo not read on my computer?because i want to upload pictures and videos from my digital camera to my computer...
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: why wont the zoom in lens fully come out?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies

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  • 4.1 out of 5

Average rating based on 832 total reviews: 4.1/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Great camera but now it is broken (LBP - 12/2/08)

I use this camera in my job. I have taken thousands of pictures (kitchen renovation - before and after) I am not a photographer and... read more

  • 4 out of 5
A great camera for the first time digicam users (Vicky Parikh - 11/21/08)

This is a very nice camera. The picture quality, the movie mode, the facilites, the functions are vast and quite satisfactory. However, blurred images and... read more

  • 4 out of 5
The Best Camera Ever!!! (chantia - 7/4/08)

I loved this camera very much until it broke but other then that this camera take geat pictures in light and dark. I also watched... read more

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