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. |
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This camera is ranked
- 26th of 175 in Ultra Compact
- 21st of 42 in HD Video
- 30th of 74 in 12 Megapixels
- 3rd of 42 in Sony
- 12th of 75 in $150 - $200
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| Amazon | $199.99 |
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| eBay | $199.00 |
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| BuyDig.com | $195.95 |
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| Vanns.com | $199.97 |
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| Office Max | $199.99 |
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| Crutchfield | $199.99 |
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Editors' Comments
The Sony W290 is yet another stylish offering from one of the leading names in digital photography. It's a simple camera with an 'intelligent auto' mode that makes snapping perfect shots nearly effortless, no matter what the scene or scenario. A 5x optical zoom, 28mm wide-angle Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with Optical SteadyShot image stabilization... read more
Specifications
- 12.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD image sensor
- 5x optical zoom, 28mm wide-angle Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens; Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
- 720p high-definition movie capture; BIONZ image processor
- 3.0-inch (230K pixels) Clear Photo LCD; Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology
- 11MB built-in memory; capture images to Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo Media (not included)
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Answered Questions for the W290
- Q: How does the W290 compare to the Canon SD970 which is far more expensive.
- A: There shouldn't be much difference. The Canon is probably better at higher iso, but what's way more important is that... read more
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Open Questions for the W290
- Q: Can W290 be used as web cam? If yes, how?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Why doesn't the Sony W290 camera have a view finder?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Sony W290 vs Canon 880 or 890 Or Other?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Sony W290
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Vanns.com
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$199.97 |
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Office Max
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$204.99 |
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Sears
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$209.99 |
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| Merchant Not Rated |
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$229.97 |
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