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Sony Cybershot W290

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

"Good one with one unusual flaw."

4 out of 5

"Good except the lack of zoom option while recording video"

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25th of 175 in Ultra Compact
20th of 42 in HD Video
29th of 74 in 12 Megapixels
3rd of 41 in Sony
11th of 80 in $150 - $200

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TraRenee (TravelinTraRenee) 0 pts

July 12, 2009 5:38 PM

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Sony W290 vs Canon 880 or 890 Or Other?

I currently have an old Sony. I'm going on vacation and need a new camera. I like to use different wheel settings when possible-not just point and shoot. I'm also looking for wide angle ability for outside shots. I like having "night shot" for low light conditions as well. Overall, picture quality is of most importance. A digital SLR is not in the budget right now. Please advise on best choice.

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by James DeRuvo (byjamesderuvo) 58448 pts

July 13, 2009 2:02 AM

For comparison, you may want to check out this resource. It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side.

Personally, though, I would ordinarilly recommend avoiding SONY since they're obsessed with proprietary technologies. But since you've already bought into the Sony family and have memory cards, et all, then the W290 would be your immediate route since you can use the same cards.

However, both the SD880 and 990 have the new DIGIC IV processor and work great in low light. So it comes down to whether you want to venture into new territory or just upgrade a platform your accustomed to.

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