Sony Cybershot T50
Sony Cybershot T50
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Sony Cybershot T50
Editor's Review
Sony keeps making these cameras, and they're all good, but we really think they need to vary their design a bit. The T50 is stylish and very attractive, but it looks just like every other Cybershot ultracompact Sony has released in the past year or so. To their credit, they've made the T50 available in classic silver, black, or red. The T50 has a very good 7.2 megapixel sensor and huge 3-inch LCD, as well as optical image stabilization. Pretty good for an ultracompact shooter, and definitely the right choice for active and enthusiastic photographers.
Specifications
- 7.2 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 2x digital zoom
- Auto focus and exposure
- JPEG file format
- Movie mode with sound
- Optical Image Stabilization
- ISO 80-1000
- Memory Stick storage (56MB internal memory)
- 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD
- Lithium-ion battery
- Part Number: DSCT50S.CEH
- UPC: 718122055609
- Release Date: Sep 15, 2006
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Sony Cybershot T50 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
Picture bubbles (Mac — 01/21/2013)
Bubbles come from every HD cameras because these HD cameras has the capability of capturing souls around us its not manufactures fault.
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technical help (prashant k. pawar — 11/21/2011)
my cameras lence is vaibrating when i travel with him. And screen displayed the error some... E:95 or some. please help me.
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technical help (prashant k. pawar — 11/21/2011)
pixels are blast what we do?
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My T50 has recently started to make noise. When u record a movie all u hear is the noise. what can i do? (Joeyjoejoe1979 — 07/01/2008)
It sounds like a grinding sound. Can occur when turning on the camera or sometimes just while in use. The sound on an movie recording is inaudible due to the noise.
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by James DeRuvo (07/07/2008)
It may be that your lens is out of alignment. Are you having trouble turning it off? Try cycling the camera on/off several times and see if you can clear the noise. Reset the camera. Download and install firmware updates. If all this doesn't fix it, then you may be looking at a repair or servicing. But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
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Joeyjoejoe1979 (07/08/2008)
its actually a t30 - sorry about the confusion
tried what u said but alas still making noise!!
d'oh
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tried what u said but alas still making noise!!
d'oh
by James DeRuvo (07/08/2008)
Then I'd have to say it's time to have SONY take a look at it.
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show a picture of the usb connection on camera? (patcastle48 — 11/03/2007)
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by James DeRuvo (11/06/2007)
Page 77 of the Sony T50 Cybershot handbook has a good illustration of the USB connection. If you don't have one, you can download a PDF copy here ( iq.sony.com/srvs/DocsConnec... ).
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what type of battery does the dsc-t30 take (kevsco — 09/15/2007)
i have a g type lithium ion np-bgi but it doesn't work my camera
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j. armijo (09/18/2007)
Hello Kev , the t30 takes NP-FR1 lithium ion rechargeable battery 1300mAh 4.4wh. The np-bg1 has only 960mAh and 3.4wh. the t30 needs more power to operate.
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I have got error 62:20 please advise me how to do (lion70 — 08/12/2007)
I can't see the saved photos, and always showing error 62:20,
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by James DeRuvo (08/13/2007)
Some sort of camera malfunction has occured. I'm betting the firmware didn't load properly. You need to reinitialize/reset the camera back to factory defaults.
Press the [MENU] to access the menu and then Setup. Arrow down to Initialize. Press OK.
Check your Cyber-shot® Handbook for more information. Page 67
Another good idea is to go to Sony's Website ( sonystyle ), click on Customer Care and download the latest firmware updates.
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Press the [MENU] to access the menu and then Setup. Arrow down to Initialize. Press OK.
Check your Cyber-shot® Handbook for more information. Page 67
Another good idea is to go to Sony's Website ( sonystyle ), click on Customer Care and download the latest firmware updates.
by James DeRuvo (08/30/2007)
Hi, I noticed that you haven't marked any replies as the "best answer." Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on digitalcamera-hq.com so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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Jose (11/08/2007)
Suddently my camera Sony T50 dont have focus. What I can do ?
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by James DeRuvo (11/08/2007)
Well, as stated above, you can try resetting the camera back to it's default settings. If that doesn't solve the issue, here's what Sony's FAQ has to say:
Knowledge Article C117497
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The pictures appear blurry, out-of-focus or distorted.
This issue can occur in the following circumstances:
* The subject is too close to the camera lens
* Insufficient lighting
* Subject movement
* Camera movement
* Incorrect camera settings
* Incorrect camera operation
Follow the steps below to help prevent taking pictures that appear blurry, out-of-focus or distorted.
NOTE: If model-specific information is required to complete any of the steps in this solution, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the product. Manuals are available online in the Manuals/Specs/Warranty section of the Sony® eSupport Web site.
1. If the camera has both an auto focus and manual focus mode, make sure it is set to auto focus.
2. Ensure there is enough lighting to allow the camera to focus on the subject.
3. Ensure the camera settings are set appropriately.
1. When taking close-up or macro-type shots, ensure the subject is not closer than the minimum focus distance of the lens. Also, if the camera has a zoom option, set it to the W (wide-angle) position.
2. If you have a fast-moving subject and the camera has a Program AE mode with a higher shutter speed (such as Sports action), make sure it is enabled. Also, if the camera has an ISO control, set it to a higher setting.
3. If your camera has a SteadyShot®/anti-blur function, ensure it is enabled.
4. Aim the camera at the subject.
5. Press the shutter button halfway down.
NOTES:
* Pressing the shutter button halfway down allows the camera to focus automatically. A flashing green indicator will be visible in the LCD or viewfinder. When the indicator stops flashing, focusing is finished and the camera is ready to take the picture.
* Some camera models have a Monitoring AF setting that can be selected which allows the camera to focus without the need to hold the button halfway down. Consult the instruction manual of the camera for information whether or not this is applicable for your model.
6. Press the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
IMPORTANT: Do not move, bump or shake the camera while taking the picture.
7. Review the picture.
8. If the issue still occurs, reset the camera back to factory settings and then follow the steps above again.
The troubleshooting steps listed above should resolve your issue. If you have completed all of the steps and the issue is not resolved, service may be required. The Sony® eService Web site at eservice.sony.com/ can assist you in obtaining service from a Sony Service Center or locating a Sony Authorized Servicer.
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Knowledge Article C117497
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The pictures appear blurry, out-of-focus or distorted.
This issue can occur in the following circumstances:
* The subject is too close to the camera lens
* Insufficient lighting
* Subject movement
* Camera movement
* Incorrect camera settings
* Incorrect camera operation
Follow the steps below to help prevent taking pictures that appear blurry, out-of-focus or distorted.
NOTE: If model-specific information is required to complete any of the steps in this solution, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the product. Manuals are available online in the Manuals/Specs/Warranty section of the Sony® eSupport Web site.
1. If the camera has both an auto focus and manual focus mode, make sure it is set to auto focus.
2. Ensure there is enough lighting to allow the camera to focus on the subject.
3. Ensure the camera settings are set appropriately.
1. When taking close-up or macro-type shots, ensure the subject is not closer than the minimum focus distance of the lens. Also, if the camera has a zoom option, set it to the W (wide-angle) position.
2. If you have a fast-moving subject and the camera has a Program AE mode with a higher shutter speed (such as Sports action), make sure it is enabled. Also, if the camera has an ISO control, set it to a higher setting.
3. If your camera has a SteadyShot®/anti-blur function, ensure it is enabled.
4. Aim the camera at the subject.
5. Press the shutter button halfway down.
NOTES:
* Pressing the shutter button halfway down allows the camera to focus automatically. A flashing green indicator will be visible in the LCD or viewfinder. When the indicator stops flashing, focusing is finished and the camera is ready to take the picture.
* Some camera models have a Monitoring AF setting that can be selected which allows the camera to focus without the need to hold the button halfway down. Consult the instruction manual of the camera for information whether or not this is applicable for your model.
6. Press the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
IMPORTANT: Do not move, bump or shake the camera while taking the picture.
7. Review the picture.
8. If the issue still occurs, reset the camera back to factory settings and then follow the steps above again.
The troubleshooting steps listed above should resolve your issue. If you have completed all of the steps and the issue is not resolved, service may be required. The Sony® eService Web site at eservice.sony.com/ can assist you in obtaining service from a Sony Service Center or locating a Sony Authorized Servicer.
what are the big differences of the t-50 and the t-100.I just bought the t-50 and love it but a week later i see the t-100 with more optical zoom and (arty — 04/07/2007)
I bought the t-50,I think I should of got the t-100,but It came out 2 weeks after I bought the t-50.what are the big differences besides the 5x opti and 6 times digital zoom? Does the t-50 have features the t100 don't?
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Joe (04/09/2007)
Well sorry to say but the T100 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) does have some nice extra features. Like a ISO rating of 3200 which means better pictures in low light situations, HD capabilities, more optical zoom, more MP, and the ability to use Pro Duo memory cards which are more advanced faster and have a bigger storage capability. This is basically the 2007 upgrade of the T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) but the T50 is still a great camera. You could exchange if you are concerned, but if you are happy with the T50 why spend more money unless you really thing the extra features will be used.
Good Luck
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Good Luck
arty (04/13/2007)
Thanks for your answer It was what I thought also.Do you know if the t-100 has the burst and also the multi burst features in the record mode.Because I do like those options with the t-50,and checking out the t-100 in the store I didn,t see them?
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ofer (05/02/2007)
does the t100 have a touchscreen?
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Qees (05/04/2007)
No. T100 doesn't have a touchscreen.
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jjofk (05/09/2007)
I have used the T-50, its a great camera and I don't know if I am technically correct in saying this, but the T-50 takes better pictures than the Sony H5 in certain low light situations. Can't figure out why.
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Why is the cost of T50 less when compared to T10 and T30 in ur site (kamalaker2004 — 03/10/2007)
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Ben Keough (03/16/2007)
Hi,
The average price for the T50 from merchants we link to is around $330. For the T30 it's $350 and the T10 is around $275. There's not really much rhyme or reason as to which one costs more and which costs less--these are three very similar cameras, and I imagine the average price has a lot to do with supply and demand. Kind of a lame duck answer, but I doubt there's really a certain answer that will satisfy your question.
Hope this helps!
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The average price for the T50 from merchants we link to is around $330. For the T30 it's $350 and the T10 is around $275. There's not really much rhyme or reason as to which one costs more and which costs less--these are three very similar cameras, and I imagine the average price has a lot to do with supply and demand. Kind of a lame duck answer, but I doubt there's really a certain answer that will satisfy your question.
Hope this helps!
rkaru (04/12/2007)
The way I think about it, the differences in price have something to do with the time the cameras came out and their specs, mainly capacity. All 3 cameras mentioned are 7.2 MP, so they should be about the same price. But T30 came out at a time when market price for digital cameras were a bit higher. When I first bought my first 3.2 Mp camera about 4 years ago, the amount I paid could get me the T10 today.
Heck, where I am... the T50 and T100 are equally priced. Go figure. The retailers had to bundle accessories like Produo card, nylon case and screen protector with the T50 to be able to sell it.
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Heck, where I am... the T50 and T100 are equally priced. Go figure. The retailers had to bundle accessories like Produo card, nylon case and screen protector with the T50 to be able to sell it.
Iam new to cameras i am intersted in T50 but by reviews i feel it is not good could u suggest me a good compact ultraslim above 7 megapixel camera (kamalaker2004 — 03/10/2007)
The camera should be pocket fitted one
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bukit97 (03/10/2007)
There are a number of ultra slim above 7 mega pixels in the Sony range.
W35 and W55 are both 23mm thick, so is Sony DSC N2.
Going out of Sony camp, Casio is also famous for slim cameras. You will probably be impressed by Casio Exilim Z1050 at 24mm thick and Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z75 at 19.6mm thick.
All the above are over 7 mega pixels and all of them fit into the pocket nicely.
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W35 and W55 are both 23mm thick, so is Sony DSC N2.
Going out of Sony camp, Casio is also famous for slim cameras. You will probably be impressed by Casio Exilim Z1050 at 24mm thick and Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z75 at 19.6mm thick.
All the above are over 7 mega pixels and all of them fit into the pocket nicely.
arty (04/13/2007)
Hello,
If you want a realy nice small camera get the new sony T-100.It has a 5x optical zoom and a 6x digital zoom and 8.1 megapixles.And a lot of other nice options,and it takes pro duo memery card which holds more pics.Look it up you will lik it.
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If you want a realy nice small camera get the new sony T-100.It has a 5x optical zoom and a 6x digital zoom and 8.1 megapixles.And a lot of other nice options,and it takes pro duo memery card which holds more pics.Look it up you will lik it.
Would this camera fit in a leather case made for T7 (Sony LCS-THE/B Soft carrying case) ? (mgueler — 02/15/2007)
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Ben Keough (02/16/2007)
Hi Mina,
The T50's dimensions are 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.9 in. The dimensions of the case you linked to are 6.0 x 4.0 x 1.0 in. It seems like the T50 should fit pretty snugly into it, but I'd see if you can find one of the cases locally and try it out with the T50. It's sort of borderline.
Hope this helps!
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The T50's dimensions are 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.9 in. The dimensions of the case you linked to are 6.0 x 4.0 x 1.0 in. It seems like the T50 should fit pretty snugly into it, but I'd see if you can find one of the cases locally and try it out with the T50. It's sort of borderline.
Hope this helps!
This T50 or the SD800 for bar like conditions? (Houston — 02/12/2007)
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Rich Watson (02/12/2007)
The SD800 is considered the 'party animal' camera---because it is so compact (easy to carry) and it has face-recognition focusing.
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Rich
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Rich
How come there are bubbles when taking night time pictures using Sony T50? (star — 01/29/2007)
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Rich Watson (01/29/2007)
Do you mean bubbles show up on the LCD?
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star (02/01/2007)
Nope. Bubbles are seen in the picture itself...meaning when you look at the pic in the LCD and when you print it. any idea why?
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Rich Watson (02/01/2007)
(A stab in the dark)
I have a small camcorder, which is "pocketable". I put it in my pocket one day, but I had forgotten to close the lens cover. Alas! I later discovered that when I played the videos, there was a weird white spot (sort of bubble-like) that moved around, as the camera angle moved. I looked at the lens, and found that I had chipped the glass---just a tiny spot, about the size of a pencil point. I must have dropped the camera on my keys, when I put it in my pocket.
I was really surprised that such a small spot, ON THE LENS SURFACE, could create such an annoying spot on the movies. But it sure did.
A couple of ideas: (1) Look carefully at the lens; is it scratched or chipped? Does it need cleaning? (2) Does your camera have movie mode? If so, shoot a movie, and while shooting, move the camera around, and see if the bubbles move around too. If so, that would seem to indicate a lens problem.
Please update me if you find out anything; this is really curious.
Rich
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I have a small camcorder, which is "pocketable". I put it in my pocket one day, but I had forgotten to close the lens cover. Alas! I later discovered that when I played the videos, there was a weird white spot (sort of bubble-like) that moved around, as the camera angle moved. I looked at the lens, and found that I had chipped the glass---just a tiny spot, about the size of a pencil point. I must have dropped the camera on my keys, when I put it in my pocket.
I was really surprised that such a small spot, ON THE LENS SURFACE, could create such an annoying spot on the movies. But it sure did.
A couple of ideas: (1) Look carefully at the lens; is it scratched or chipped? Does it need cleaning? (2) Does your camera have movie mode? If so, shoot a movie, and while shooting, move the camera around, and see if the bubbles move around too. If so, that would seem to indicate a lens problem.
Please update me if you find out anything; this is really curious.
Rich
star (02/02/2007)
Thanks for the suggestions. There's actually nothing wrong with the lens. If I take day time photos, no bubbles at all. It is only when i take night time pictures that bubbles are seen in the printed copy of the pictures. Could it be that i have to set my camera in a certain pic mode? My friend who have a T10 have the same problem and we are wondering as to the whys...
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Rich Watson (02/02/2007)
I dunno...I'll have to mull that over...Maybe somebody else out there has an idea. I'll get back to you if I think of anything.
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Endre (02/04/2007)
I experience the same, and it's pretty disturbing. I'm not sure what it is, trying to find it out right now.
I bought the camera just a day ago and made about 200 pictures to test. I must say the pictures I made outside with decent light are of excellent quality. Those I made in lowlight with flash are 50-60% useless due to this bubble problem.
I read somewhere on a german site that it's supposed to be a typical ultra-compact camera problem. Those cameras having the lens and the flash so close to each other have it sometimes. I don't understand fully the theory behind, but the dust and moisture particles in the air reflect the flashlight in a way that they appear as such bubbles on the pictures.
I have made a series of 10-12 pictures of the same subject and uploaded three sample pics to my webspace, check them here (big picture warning):
endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... and endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... and endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... the picture no 214 you see the worst bubble I had in these 200 pictures.
I imagine making pics on parties in lowlight conditions and having these bubbles everywhere... I'm not sure I want to have that. I'm researching if there's a way to solve this problem and if I don't find one, I'm gonna send my cam back. For so much money I want to have decent pictures in lowlight too.
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I bought the camera just a day ago and made about 200 pictures to test. I must say the pictures I made outside with decent light are of excellent quality. Those I made in lowlight with flash are 50-60% useless due to this bubble problem.
I read somewhere on a german site that it's supposed to be a typical ultra-compact camera problem. Those cameras having the lens and the flash so close to each other have it sometimes. I don't understand fully the theory behind, but the dust and moisture particles in the air reflect the flashlight in a way that they appear as such bubbles on the pictures.
I have made a series of 10-12 pictures of the same subject and uploaded three sample pics to my webspace, check them here (big picture warning):
endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... and endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... and endrem.mystic.hu/images/t50... the picture no 214 you see the worst bubble I had in these 200 pictures.
I imagine making pics on parties in lowlight conditions and having these bubbles everywhere... I'm not sure I want to have that. I'm researching if there's a way to solve this problem and if I don't find one, I'm gonna send my cam back. For so much money I want to have decent pictures in lowlight too.
Rich Watson (02/04/2007)
To Endre and Star,
Do the bubbles only happen when the flash is used?
Thanks for the sample photos. It almost looks like an internal reflection problem (of course exacerbated by a flash).
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Do the bubbles only happen when the flash is used?
Thanks for the sample photos. It almost looks like an internal reflection problem (of course exacerbated by a flash).
Rich Watson (02/04/2007)
PS Does the use of wide-angle vs. telephoto change the bubble situation? A lens at the wide-angle setting obviously would be more likely to pick up interference from the flash that is nearby.
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Endre (02/05/2007)
Hi Richio,
I tried it with several settings. On the first go I used the Auto settings. In auto the flash level is very high, it gives an unnaturally bright result in closer distances. Apart from this I started to get these bubbles, too. I then checked what possibilities I have, and found the 'P' (program) setting which lets you to set some advanced features. Here you can set the flash level in 3 steps, so I chose the lowest one. Still with that setting I get the bubbles, the 3 samples were made with this setting. I also tried to play with other settings (EV, color, etc ) but nothing really helped.
I'm not a photography expert, I wanted to have a nice and easy cam (possibly without this 'feature'). What is an internal reflection problem, you mentioned?
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I tried it with several settings. On the first go I used the Auto settings. In auto the flash level is very high, it gives an unnaturally bright result in closer distances. Apart from this I started to get these bubbles, too. I then checked what possibilities I have, and found the 'P' (program) setting which lets you to set some advanced features. Here you can set the flash level in 3 steps, so I chose the lowest one. Still with that setting I get the bubbles, the 3 samples were made with this setting. I also tried to play with other settings (EV, color, etc ) but nothing really helped.
I'm not a photography expert, I wanted to have a nice and easy cam (possibly without this 'feature'). What is an internal reflection problem, you mentioned?
star (02/05/2007)
Hi Richio & Endre,
I was told that there's an add on flash for T50.....don't know if it would help make the bubbles disappear. I have tried all the settings too. But if it's a night time picture, for sure bubbles will be present. I think other sony cameras doesn't have this problem except for T10 and T50.
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I was told that there's an add on flash for T50.....don't know if it would help make the bubbles disappear. I have tried all the settings too. But if it's a night time picture, for sure bubbles will be present. I think other sony cameras doesn't have this problem except for T10 and T50.
star (02/05/2007)
Endre, when you take a picture that is colorful.....example: an attraction that is surrounded by lights...like Xmas lights, are there lesser bubbles? because i was looking at some pics taken in darker places, tendency is more bubbles will appear.
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Rich Watson (02/05/2007)
The interior of a camera has (or should have!) a matte black finish, since the light that strikes the film or the CCD sensor could bounce off, strike the interior of the camera, and then be reflected back onto the film/sensor.
I noticed two other questions about the bubble problem at this web site, as well as at two other web sites, all concerning the Sony T-line.
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I noticed two other questions about the bubble problem at this web site, as well as at two other web sites, all concerning the Sony T-line.
Endre (02/05/2007)
Star, I don't have a Christmas tree at hand ;), but I also had the feeling if there are other supporting lights around then the bubble effect is somewhat less. The darker the picture (the background) the worse it is. I also made a picture of a tree in front of our house in complete darkness with some rain. All around the tree I had lots of bubbles, but in this case it created an interesting effect.
I contacted Sony Support, I'm curious what they say. Regardless what it is, this is too disturbing for me and I'm gonna give the camera back.
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I contacted Sony Support, I'm curious what they say. Regardless what it is, this is too disturbing for me and I'm gonna give the camera back.
Endre (02/06/2007)
According to Sony Support, they don't know about this, they wanted me to send the camera in to their service center for further examination. This is just too much for me, I'm gonna go on holiday in 3 weeks, I don't have time for that now. I'm not even willing to do all that hassle with a camera costing $350.
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BlushN (02/08/2007)
Hi,
I just bought the t10 and I too have the same problem, it has happened on most of the pictures taken at night. I took pictures @ the beach and there were heaps of them all over the photo. I'm thinking it might be dust on lens...but then i wonder if it's that internal flash problem
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I just bought the t10 and I too have the same problem, it has happened on most of the pictures taken at night. I took pictures @ the beach and there were heaps of them all over the photo. I'm thinking it might be dust on lens...but then i wonder if it's that internal flash problem
star (02/12/2007)
Hi BlushN, we can't seem to find the answer to the bubbles question.... but most probably, it has sonething to do with the flash. maybe sony digital cameras needs an add on flash.
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SportPack (02/12/2007)
I have exactly same problem - I already sent camera to Sony to repair - so I got it back with same problem. Completely useless to send them to fix - it is a design problem.
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BlushN (02/15/2007)
I have done some searching and this is what Sony E-support site has suggested; If there are dust particles floating in the air [FIG. 1], they can be illuminated by the strong light of the flash and sometimes appear in a recorded image as white, round glare spots.
go here to read more....
iq.sony.com/SRVS/CGI-BIN/WE...
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so it's got to do with the flash and dust particles in the air?????.....
how crap is that. i'm not going to send it to sony for repairs cos when i recieved my 1st camera from them, it was dead on arrival. Had to send it back for exchange and that itself took weeks....
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go here to read more....
iq.sony.com/SRVS/CGI-BIN/WE...
***(copy the link)***
so it's got to do with the flash and dust particles in the air?????.....
how crap is that. i'm not going to send it to sony for repairs cos when i recieved my 1st camera from them, it was dead on arrival. Had to send it back for exchange and that itself took weeks....
Endre (02/15/2007)
That's really crap. Seems to be a serious problem with the DSC-Txx models... I don't really understand how could this get through the QA.
I tend to believe that there are worse and okay series of these models, because just recently saw in a tech paper a comparative test of compact digicams, and the T10 won it.
The other thing can be that they do sloppy testing.
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I tend to believe that there are worse and okay series of these models, because just recently saw in a tech paper a comparative test of compact digicams, and the T10 won it.
The other thing can be that they do sloppy testing.
Stefan (02/19/2007)
I have bought this camera as well and found such white round spots as well. However, I think that Sony is right in that the spots are from dust near the lense. Of course this is only for two reasons:
- the objective is very small
- the flash if very close to it
However, it cannot be dust in the camera, since then the spots would stay at the same points in the focal plane. Experiments have shown that the reflections must come from 0.5 to 5 cm in front of the lense. Other cameras cameras do not have this problem due to the different construction. Therefore, you should decide, whether this compromise is acceptable or not.
Under bad conditions the problem is very annoying.
Best regards from Germany,
Stefan
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- the objective is very small
- the flash if very close to it
However, it cannot be dust in the camera, since then the spots would stay at the same points in the focal plane. Experiments have shown that the reflections must come from 0.5 to 5 cm in front of the lense. Other cameras cameras do not have this problem due to the different construction. Therefore, you should decide, whether this compromise is acceptable or not.
Under bad conditions the problem is very annoying.
Best regards from Germany,
Stefan
SportPack (02/20/2007)
Do we have any option to exchange t50 model to another? NO chance. I spoke to Sony, they never done that, you should live with this problem. It was our small investment to Sony. :) I had 3 Sony cameras. It is my first mistake to buy t50. Maybe we will wait for a class-action law suit. Not big chances. Right now camera is useless with Flash.
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star (02/26/2007)
Thanks everyone for your opinions and suggestions. I guess since i can't return my T50 anymore, I'll just use another camera when taking pictures at night.
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PB (03/01/2007)
OK don't laugh... Awhile back my sister showed be a picture of her son throwing snowballs out side, there were a dozen bubbles - they looked just like bubbles from a bubble blower. She claims they are fairies.. she is into some sort of fairy cult. We figured maybe it was due to the processing as it was a digital camera. Then she started to point out to us all our digital pictures that have bubbles, they really are perfect bubbles when you blow them up. This is really freaky, most are taken inside - we have a cannon and an olmpus. Maybe it's not just the t50.
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Endre (03/02/2007)
No, it's definitely not just the T50. I made some research and found that a friend of mine has the same effects with flash, it's jut not so much. That is, I think, a Nikon. I have seen pictures from a Kodak V705, it has the same bubbles, but much less, only occasionally one or two. They are also much smaller, although sometimes brighter.
So the problem lies more in the applied technology or camera structure.
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So the problem lies more in the applied technology or camera structure.
Rin (03/10/2007)
It is dust particles in the air.
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Mel (04/02/2007)
Those are dust particles guys, but not floating in the air, but probably on the surface of the CCD sensor. As we handle the camera, some dust particles are shook off but are simply replaced by other dust particles present inside the camera. It clings to the surface of the CCD sensor due to static. Reflected incoming lights made by the flash were partially "masked" by these dust causing the apperance of spots in the pitcure. Spots are blurred due to its closeness on the sensor.
I have same experience with my Canon S50. The spots appear whenever I take photos in the night with flash on but in daytime, there are no spots in my photos. This is probably beacuse of the intense light coming in the lens, hence particles were unable to "mask" the light and appears invisible on the pictures. Some however are big or dense enough to appear as spots.
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I have same experience with my Canon S50. The spots appear whenever I take photos in the night with flash on but in daytime, there are no spots in my photos. This is probably beacuse of the intense light coming in the lens, hence particles were unable to "mask" the light and appears invisible on the pictures. Some however are big or dense enough to appear as spots.
PB (04/10/2007)
Thanks Mel, but...... these spots look like perfect bubbles like one would blow from a bubble blower! I find it hard to believe it could be dust. I would not call them spots at all they are bubbles. Odd huh - how do I post a picture?
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Endre (04/11/2007)
I have posted pictures above as an example, please check.
I think they are reflections of the flash from dust particles floating in the air in front of the camera. BlushN also linked a support article about this, please see above. This is not a malfunction, they say... :-s
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I think they are reflections of the flash from dust particles floating in the air in front of the camera. BlushN also linked a support article about this, please see above. This is not a malfunction, they say... :-s
Mel (04/14/2007)
Yeah you may be right PB and Endre. I've seen now Endre's pix and it looks more of bubbles to me rather than spots. It has some sense of dimensions like a 3D object. Spots have flat look. Was thinking of fungus inside the camera on the lens' sufaces, but it appeared on different areas of Endre's 2 posted pix. Doesn't looked like bubbles to me either. Bubbles don't have that sorrounding glow and blurness, but rather with smooth surface and reflects light only in one area. Have a chilly feeling that it could be paranormal??? Orbs???
Dust particles floating in the air don't have to be that big when lights reflected on them. They should appear like a grainy pix taken at high speed ISO. Let shine a flashlight on dark dusty place and you will see some sort of hazy sorrounding.
I'll check around for some similar experieces and do some researches. I'll keep you guys posted.
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Dust particles floating in the air don't have to be that big when lights reflected on them. They should appear like a grainy pix taken at high speed ISO. Let shine a flashlight on dark dusty place and you will see some sort of hazy sorrounding.
I'll check around for some similar experieces and do some researches. I'll keep you guys posted.
susan (04/17/2007)
I have the same problem and have an Olympus and screwed up a bunch of pictures taken at night.
I'm reading that the problem is "hot pixels? Google it and let me know what you find out cause I can't figure this stuff out, I'm just a rookie
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I'm reading that the problem is "hot pixels? Google it and let me know what you find out cause I can't figure this stuff out, I'm just a rookie
riccardo (10/16/2007)
I have a Lumix Panasonic 10.2 megapixels (great camera) and have the same bubbles....but am very happy about them...I go at night in woods to photography these bubbles and other misterious lights....it is amazing....have taken thousands of these pictures and studied them carefully... they have nothing to do with dust or camera problems...I cannot say what they are but they seem to be energy manifestations...give to them the name you wish...if you want your night picture completely covered with them take pictures when it rains and it is not the rain drops...if you take rapid sequences of pictures you will see that the bobbles appear and then disappear....different intensity, size.....it is funny to read how people get upset about their pictures being ruined by these energy manifestations....and if you have them at home....be happy...you have got energy at home, especially near babys and children
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alex (10/19/2007)
it's a ghost haha :P
they say if we capture that kind of bubbles it means it could be a ghost:)) saw it on tv
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they say if we capture that kind of bubbles it means it could be a ghost:)) saw it on tv
Kath (12/28/2007)
I have been trying to investigate these mysterious bubbles on my sister's camera - I definitely do not believe in fairies/energy etc., but she is a firm believer in this kind of thing. I couldn't believe the "bubbles" when she zoomed in on her photos. They are there in day and light pictures - pictures of different people and the number of them ranges from one to hundreds in different photos. There is one photo in particular of a group of children and there were tons of "bubbles" - very odd??
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dean (01/29/2008)
Guys,its not only a problem with T series but recently I bought H9 and found the same problem.Whenever I take pictures at night I see numerous blurred bubbles and its very annoying.I really dont know what to do.Is there any solution for this problem.Can anyone suggest if there is a camera which doesnt have these problem.
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Frank (02/22/2008)
I have given up on my Nikon Coolpix for the same reason - impossible to take pictures with the flash and not have a high % with random white bubbles. I'm going to buy another camera, and have the same question that Dean has - is there a compact camera out there that does not have this problem? And Sony, don't tell me it is a malfunction - of course it is a malfunction if you put a camera out there with a built-in flash that doesn't take useable photos with the flash.
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photog z (03/29/2008)
Hi folks ... night time ... flash too ... hot pixels even my D3 has some at times but rarely
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NA (04/14/2008)
I have the same problem with the Canon Ixus 860 (SD870) - indoor shots are essentially unusable because of white circles/orbs caused by the flash hitting dust particles.
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riccardo (04/14/2008)
for the people who think it is just a problem of dust particles...please explain those single orbs that appear alone, very strong, with a particular aurea, outside, during a fast series of pictures....certain orbs do not seem to be the same as those of the dust particles...I have tryed to shake a rug ouside....and many orbs do appear, it is true....but there is another kind that it is not explanable with such a simple explanation...in addition, there are strange, very strong light forms that are not round, taken during the night with flashes, which definitely are not dust particles....I believe some, not all, are genuine energy manifestations....just like UFOs...
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Bonnie (05/15/2008)
they are orbs. look it up. very obvious, common issue. they are orbs. I am well educated in the field. There are many kinds of orbs, it's a result of reflection from dust, moisture, other particles, and rarely, unidentified sources of light. It is in the air, not on the lens. Take succesive photos, one will have them, the next one won't. They are more often seen in areas of spirit disturbance, henceforth the attribution to ghosts. Also, the fairy theme is popular, as they are sometimes seen to take a human form. There is clearcut evidence, but no explanation that people will accept for sure. Don't take my word for it. Look up orbs.
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William (08/25/2008)
I just bought a Fujifilm Finepix 10 and right at the first pictures I got a whole bunch of bubbles when using the flash at night.
After reading the post and other reviews, it is quite clear for me that it has to do with dust in the air - I took some pictures yesterday at a BBQ party, and the bubbles showed up at a higher intensity and quantity as I was closer to the BBQ grill. Same thing happened when taking pictures close to smoke -either cigarettes or BBQ smoke- which probably carries this whole bunch of dust particles.
Does anybody knows some advices (rathert than controlling the flash level) to prevent this bubbles?
Tks
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After reading the post and other reviews, it is quite clear for me that it has to do with dust in the air - I took some pictures yesterday at a BBQ party, and the bubbles showed up at a higher intensity and quantity as I was closer to the BBQ grill. Same thing happened when taking pictures close to smoke -either cigarettes or BBQ smoke- which probably carries this whole bunch of dust particles.
Does anybody knows some advices (rathert than controlling the flash level) to prevent this bubbles?
Tks
Krlos!!! (12/23/2008)
Hi, first i´m writting form Perú, so sorry if i don't write perfectly.
I've the same problem with a Lumix Panasonic FX35 that supposed to be "the best of ultra-compact cameras", I really don't understand why all cameras models have the same problem... Lumix said "perfect pictures anywhere"... i don't complain about pics in the morning, actually i took amazing pic in my travels...
the problem comes in the night.. actually there must be a solution, maybe changing some settings.. maybe the ISO or something like that.
As we all know, all our cameras are not professionals but... manufacters must create cameras that we can use in every situation.. not only in the day...
Finally, if someone has found a solution for the "bubbles" please help me!!!
Sorry again if i got a lot of mistakes.
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I've the same problem with a Lumix Panasonic FX35 that supposed to be "the best of ultra-compact cameras", I really don't understand why all cameras models have the same problem... Lumix said "perfect pictures anywhere"... i don't complain about pics in the morning, actually i took amazing pic in my travels...
the problem comes in the night.. actually there must be a solution, maybe changing some settings.. maybe the ISO or something like that.
As we all know, all our cameras are not professionals but... manufacters must create cameras that we can use in every situation.. not only in the day...
Finally, if someone has found a solution for the "bubbles" please help me!!!
Sorry again if i got a lot of mistakes.
Leila (07/22/2009)
I recently bought a panasonic lumix zs1 from costco It take excellent pictures during the day but at night especially on the beach it has the spots or bubbles problem I don't know what to do I think I might take it back. Does anyone know of a better small pocket camera with a good zoom to buy.
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S Mehta (11/01/2009)
Well...lets not talk about ghosts and fairy tales. The bubble problems seems to be there in every digital camera. I have tried hands on Nikon Coolpix, Canon & sony.
The most appropriate reason seems to be moisture and dust particles. Low lights also seem to get the pics very much dotted..
i ges the companies have R&D dept. need to really work hard on getting better pics by their cams at night.
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The most appropriate reason seems to be moisture and dust particles. Low lights also seem to get the pics very much dotted..
i ges the companies have R&D dept. need to really work hard on getting better pics by their cams at night.
gracie (11/20/2009)
sorry guys - hate to say this but I have a non-digital 35 mm "develop the film and wait for the results" type of camera and I get bubbles too. Only in flash photos. I've searched the Internet for some type of answer and there are no answers.
My friend who is into spiritual stuff says its the positive energy coming from people. Who knows. It's kinda weird. I don't know. Anyone know a grouchy person with negative energy? Then they take photograph them and see if bubbles show up around negative people! lol
Just a thought. It is a scientific approach eh?
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My friend who is into spiritual stuff says its the positive energy coming from people. Who knows. It's kinda weird. I don't know. Anyone know a grouchy person with negative energy? Then they take photograph them and see if bubbles show up around negative people! lol
Just a thought. It is a scientific approach eh?
Haydar (01/01/2010)
I found this discussion very helpful ladies and gents! I just bought a Sony DSC HX1 camera yesterday for my New Year's gift and I was very disturbed when I noticed these bubbles or spots. I took the pictures at the beach where I was for the count down. I tried it again tonight at another beach and the same effects.
Then I noticed something interesting. When I took a picture instead of looking into the LCD I watched the flash. I noticed lots of tiny sparkling lights (try it!). I deduced it as sand particles or water droplets in the air. This discussion thread confirmed it as well as some other search I did tonight on the internet.
It is amazing that even with the latest semi pro camera from Sony we are having the same issue. Although with the HX1 there is a mode for night shot which is slightly better than other cameras. But the picture sharpness is just not the same as when using flash at night!
Cheers and Happy 2010.
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Then I noticed something interesting. When I took a picture instead of looking into the LCD I watched the flash. I noticed lots of tiny sparkling lights (try it!). I deduced it as sand particles or water droplets in the air. This discussion thread confirmed it as well as some other search I did tonight on the internet.
It is amazing that even with the latest semi pro camera from Sony we are having the same issue. Although with the HX1 there is a mode for night shot which is slightly better than other cameras. But the picture sharpness is just not the same as when using flash at night!
Cheers and Happy 2010.
How does the Sony T50 do indoors and in low light? (Sarah — 01/16/2007)
I am considering buying the Sony T50, but am curious about how it will do in low light situations. I know it has a high ISO, but does this create a lot of noise on this model? Also, does the touchscreen collect a lot of fingerprints? How is the image stabilizer?
I am really hoping to hear from someone who actually owns the camera. I am aware of the features and technical capabilities, but I would like a hands-on response. Thanks!
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I am really hoping to hear from someone who actually owns the camera. I am aware of the features and technical capabilities, but I would like a hands-on response. Thanks!
Ben Keough (01/16/2007)
Hi Sarah,
I don't actually own the camera, but here's what I've managed to find:
According to this in-depth review ( imaging-resource.com/PRODS/... ), the higher ISO settings on the T50 do indeed produce a lot of image noise, comparable to its predecessor, the T10. Furthermore, nearly half of the "cons" listed at the end of the review have to do with low light shooting:
# High-ISO shots are very noisy, particularly under limited-light conditions
# Short exposure times limit low-light shooting somewhat (still more than adequate for typical city night scenes though)
# Below-average white balance performance under household incandescent lighting
Reviews from CNET and Steve's Digicams also confirm the high ISO/low light issues, though CNET downplays them and says the pics should be fine for viewing on the computer or 4x6" prints. User reviews ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) here at DCHQ are generally pretty positive, but none of them really address the low light issue (unlike the reviews of the T10). Amazon user reviews talk about red eye/white spot issues when shooting with flash, but not much about the image noise.
Hope this helps!
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I don't actually own the camera, but here's what I've managed to find:
According to this in-depth review ( imaging-resource.com/PRODS/... ), the higher ISO settings on the T50 do indeed produce a lot of image noise, comparable to its predecessor, the T10. Furthermore, nearly half of the "cons" listed at the end of the review have to do with low light shooting:
# High-ISO shots are very noisy, particularly under limited-light conditions
# Short exposure times limit low-light shooting somewhat (still more than adequate for typical city night scenes though)
# Below-average white balance performance under household incandescent lighting
Reviews from CNET and Steve's Digicams also confirm the high ISO/low light issues, though CNET downplays them and says the pics should be fine for viewing on the computer or 4x6" prints. User reviews ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) here at DCHQ are generally pretty positive, but none of them really address the low light issue (unlike the reviews of the T10). Amazon user reviews talk about red eye/white spot issues when shooting with flash, but not much about the image noise.
Hope this helps!
Sarah (01/18/2007)
Thanks Ben,
I saw those reviews too. I was really excited when I first heard about the camera because I loved the specifications. So when I saw those reviews I was hoping that they were wrong, which is why I posted it on here. I was hoping someone who actually owned the camera would tell me what I wanted to hear. Doesn't seem like that happened though. Anyhow, I bought the camera anyway because I really like the other specs. We'll see how it does...hopefully it is at leaste better than my Nikon L1 (which is an amazing camera other than low light). Well, since no one else answered I will show you my thanks for your attempt by giving you the points. Thank you...it was so nice of you to take the time to get this info for me!
Sarah
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I saw those reviews too. I was really excited when I first heard about the camera because I loved the specifications. So when I saw those reviews I was hoping that they were wrong, which is why I posted it on here. I was hoping someone who actually owned the camera would tell me what I wanted to hear. Doesn't seem like that happened though. Anyhow, I bought the camera anyway because I really like the other specs. We'll see how it does...hopefully it is at leaste better than my Nikon L1 (which is an amazing camera other than low light). Well, since no one else answered I will show you my thanks for your attempt by giving you the points. Thank you...it was so nice of you to take the time to get this info for me!
Sarah
Ben Keough (01/18/2007)
No problem. Sorry you couldn't get anyone who owns it.
Once you've got it you should post back here and let us know how it actually is, in case anyone else searches and finds this thread.
Good luck!
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Once you've got it you should post back here and let us know how it actually is, in case anyone else searches and finds this thread.
Good luck!
Hazel (01/21/2007)
Hi Sarah - I'm wondering the same things u asked ben. I am also waiting for a reply to the question you posted. So, how is it? I am also concerned with the red eye since it seems to be an issue also. Please reply to my email add too in case I lose this thread.
Thanks much,
Hazel
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Thanks much,
Hazel
Sarah (01/22/2007)
hazel...i don't actually have the camera yet. I had to order it online and I am expecting it by Friday. I will let you know as soon as I get it and play around with it for awhile.
Also, I don't have your e-mail. The best thing to do is click on the "watch this question" link on the top of the page right above my original question.
-Sarah
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Also, I don't have your e-mail. The best thing to do is click on the "watch this question" link on the top of the page right above my original question.
-Sarah
Hazel (01/22/2007)
Hi Sarah. Sorry for not including my email add. It's <purpleshangkai@yahoo.com.ph>. Thanks. By the way, I am also considering the N2. I am curious as to what made you finally decide on the T50?
-Hazel
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-Hazel
Sarah (01/23/2007)
I chose the T50 over the N2 because it is smaller, available in black (which it think looks better), it doesn't have a lens that protrudes outside of the camera, and it has the protective cover over the lens when not in use. I primarily wanted a camera that I could put in my purse, so this was a great feature for me...
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Hazel (01/25/2007)
I see. have you considered other brands? I initially was attracted to the Panasonic Lumix FX 50 but the more I researched, the worse the user reviews became. Shucks. Now I am more than ever hesitant which cam to buy. I have read the probs of the T50 such as red eye, white spots. these 2 are the most common complaints. Do email me or post ur own reviews here once i get it on friday, okay? Don't hold back, hehehehe.
-hazel
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-hazel
Fatima (01/28/2007)
i am curious if you also considered the canon powershot sd900? i am debating between that and the sony t50.
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Hazel (01/29/2007)
Hi fatima. That must be the equivalent of the Canon Ixus 900Ti (I live in Asia) - I have read negative reviews regarding that part. model of the Ixus line of camera. If I recall, one of the comments that stands out is that despite it being the newest in the Ixus line, it is a disappointment compared to its predecessors. It is also very expensive. A friend ended up advising me to stop reading reviews since no 1 camera got a passable score from different users/reviewers. I think the adage "to each his own" is very apt in this case. hehehe.
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Hazel (01/29/2007)
Karen, so how is your T50 - assuming you already got it? Ü
Thanks!
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Thanks!
Sarah (02/01/2007)
Umm...not sure who Karen is, but i got my T50 and I am loving it. I am having some buyer's remorse because it was so expensive, though. I love the 3" touchscreen, the lens cover, and the slide show features. This camera was a great buy for what I want it to do, which is to leave in my purse and take pictures of my friends and family. The slide show feature is a great way to show off those pictures! I tested it out in low light. The noise and red eye aren't as bad as the reviewers make it out to be. Shooting pictures in low light will always set the scene for red eye no matter what camera you use. I didn't use the red eye reduction because I didn't want to blind my friends with the camera flashing 3 or 4 times before taking the pictures. However, on the few pictures I actually experienced red eye, I suspect using the red eye reduction tool would have helped a lot. If youa re concerned about red eye, you can reduce this by requesting that your subjects not look directly at the camera when shooting in low light settings.
I did however notice the orbs. Little white spots did show up in many of the darker photos which is a bit distracting. This I was not pleased with.
Bottom line: If you want a cool camera to show off to friends and family and has fun features like the touchscreen and the slide show function, this is an awesome camera. But if you are looking for something that is small and won't have a lot of red eye...good luck finding one of those. Also, if you like the design of the T50 but aren't worried about the touchscreen and prefer a smaller price tag, the T9 and T10 are great little cameras. Plus, they are significantly smaller than the T50. The only downside is that they don't have quite as good of an image stabilizer.
Hope that helps.
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I did however notice the orbs. Little white spots did show up in many of the darker photos which is a bit distracting. This I was not pleased with.
Bottom line: If you want a cool camera to show off to friends and family and has fun features like the touchscreen and the slide show function, this is an awesome camera. But if you are looking for something that is small and won't have a lot of red eye...good luck finding one of those. Also, if you like the design of the T50 but aren't worried about the touchscreen and prefer a smaller price tag, the T9 and T10 are great little cameras. Plus, they are significantly smaller than the T50. The only downside is that they don't have quite as good of an image stabilizer.
Hope that helps.
Hazel (02/04/2007)
Hi Sarah - I dunno why I typed Karen. Anyway, thanks for your reply - it is helping me a lot in deciding. I am still on the lookout for a digicam and it is among SOny T-50, Panasonic FX 50 and Casio Exilim 850. Locally, the t-50 sells at about $370. Is this a fair price, you think?
Hazel
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Endre (02/05/2007)
Hi Sarah,
I also have the whit bubbles on my pictures made with flash. Check out the question about this in the 'Ask' section of T50 (digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... it is not a 'bit distracting', but so bad, that if don't manage to get rid of that, I'm gonna send my camera back. For so much money I want to have a camera which performs well under lowlight conditions, too.
I have made over 200 test pictures already. I must say, the camera performs excellent in decent daylight, handling is just perfect, I love the LCD touchscreen, and all the fancy features. But these bubbles drive me crazy. 50-60% of pictures with flash are practically useless. See the other thread for sample photos.
Really a pity to screw up such a nice camera this way... :(
I contacted Sony Support on this issue and waiting for their answer. Depending on that I decide if I send the cam back or not.
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I also have the whit bubbles on my pictures made with flash. Check out the question about this in the 'Ask' section of T50 (digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... it is not a 'bit distracting', but so bad, that if don't manage to get rid of that, I'm gonna send my camera back. For so much money I want to have a camera which performs well under lowlight conditions, too.
I have made over 200 test pictures already. I must say, the camera performs excellent in decent daylight, handling is just perfect, I love the LCD touchscreen, and all the fancy features. But these bubbles drive me crazy. 50-60% of pictures with flash are practically useless. See the other thread for sample photos.
Really a pity to screw up such a nice camera this way... :(
I contacted Sony Support on this issue and waiting for their answer. Depending on that I decide if I send the cam back or not.
Ben Keough (02/05/2007)
Hazel,
The baseline price for the T50 at reputable internet sites right now is about $330 (I use Amazon as a baseline because their prices are low but not the lowest, and they're among the most reputable internet retailers). So, $370 sounds about right for a brick & mortar markup. Personally, I'd always look to internet retailers before I'd buy from a store, but I know some people prefer the hands-on experience. :)
Hope this helps.
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The baseline price for the T50 at reputable internet sites right now is about $330 (I use Amazon as a baseline because their prices are low but not the lowest, and they're among the most reputable internet retailers). So, $370 sounds about right for a brick & mortar markup. Personally, I'd always look to internet retailers before I'd buy from a store, but I know some people prefer the hands-on experience. :)
Hope this helps.
Hazel (02/05/2007)
Helped a lot, Ben. Thanks. WIth Endre's input above, I'm nowhere near making a decision - I'm back to square one. Ü
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Endre (02/06/2007)
Hazel,
I contacted the Sony Support ,and they said I should send the camera to their service center for examination, but I don't have the time for that right now. I'm not even willing to do that hassle, bitterly I chose the easier way and have the camera sent back to Amazon.
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I contacted the Sony Support ,and they said I should send the camera to their service center for examination, but I don't have the time for that right now. I'm not even willing to do that hassle, bitterly I chose the easier way and have the camera sent back to Amazon.
Hazel (02/06/2007)
Hi ENdre- i've been reading the talk forum digital photography review for almost all brands of digital cams and have narrowed down my choices (HOPEFULLY) to casio exilim and panasonic lumix (but as to the model, still researching which). I do feel bad for your unpleasant experience. Hope everything works out.
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Carrie (02/07/2007)
If you're looking for a quality camera, STAY AWAY from the Casio Exilim. It's absolutely awful. The pictures are mediocre, the functions are not user-friendly, and theimage stabilizer is awful. I have a Z40, although I'm sure it's really out-dated. It's still a piece of junk.
Also, stay away from Canon Powershots, especially the later models. They look beautiful, but that E18 glitch is a killer. EVERY camera gets it, and it won't recover.
I'm also looking for a new digital camera, and I think i want a Sony Cybershot T50. I go to a lot of shows, and i think this camera will be perfect for me.
I do, however have one query:
do the white spots still appear if the picture is taken in the dark, with the flash function fully utilized? Or do the spots only occur when the flash is off?
Thanks!
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Also, stay away from Canon Powershots, especially the later models. They look beautiful, but that E18 glitch is a killer. EVERY camera gets it, and it won't recover.
I'm also looking for a new digital camera, and I think i want a Sony Cybershot T50. I go to a lot of shows, and i think this camera will be perfect for me.
I do, however have one query:
do the white spots still appear if the picture is taken in the dark, with the flash function fully utilized? Or do the spots only occur when the flash is off?
Thanks!
Endre (02/07/2007)
Hazel, thanks, I will survive :). I'm now also on the search for another camera. I was thinking of a Canon IXUS 900 Ti, but I'm going to research more before I decide.
Carrie, without flash it is all fine, no spots.
In lowlight condition it is more difficult to make pictures without flash that are not blurred, but this is more of a general photography problem. Best is to use a tripod. I wanted to have a camera for snapshots, and that in dark, too.
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Carrie, without flash it is all fine, no spots.
In lowlight condition it is more difficult to make pictures without flash that are not blurred, but this is more of a general photography problem. Best is to use a tripod. I wanted to have a camera for snapshots, and that in dark, too.
Hazel (02/07/2007)
Carrie, thanks for your input. Re your intention to get a T-50, I suggest you research some more. I was already bent on getting the T50 but was bothered by the negative reviews. Sarah's own first-hand experience has confirmed it. Btw, have you taken a look at the Pana Lumix?
Endre, based on what I have researched, the 900 Ti was called "a big disappointment" in the Ixus line of Canon. My cousin got the Ixus 800 last year and he's still very happy with it. Due to the very many (and I am not exagg.) reviews and blogs I have read, there was a "star model" in the Ixus line and the 900 Ti ain't it. Do tell me what you have finally decided to get. I am going to H. Kong this coming March and will not make a decision until then. Hope when the time comes, I'll have made a decision. This is a big investment for me since I am not a techie.
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Endre, based on what I have researched, the 900 Ti was called "a big disappointment" in the Ixus line of Canon. My cousin got the Ixus 800 last year and he's still very happy with it. Due to the very many (and I am not exagg.) reviews and blogs I have read, there was a "star model" in the Ixus line and the 900 Ti ain't it. Do tell me what you have finally decided to get. I am going to H. Kong this coming March and will not make a decision until then. Hope when the time comes, I'll have made a decision. This is a big investment for me since I am not a techie.
Endre (02/09/2007)
Hazel, thanks for the hint. I realize it's pretty difficult to find a good and reliable compact digicam... I will let you know what I decide to get.
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Carrie (02/12/2007)
hey guys.
i think it's seriously impossible to find a flawless compact digital camera.
i'm keeping my Casio Exilim and getting a SLR camera instead.
even the Panasonic lumix has its problems.
my personal conclusion:
when you take that much technology and cram it into that small of a space, you're bound to go wrong somewhere.
my advice:
splurge and get a higher-quality camera.
i hope this helps.
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i think it's seriously impossible to find a flawless compact digital camera.
i'm keeping my Casio Exilim and getting a SLR camera instead.
even the Panasonic lumix has its problems.
my personal conclusion:
when you take that much technology and cram it into that small of a space, you're bound to go wrong somewhere.
my advice:
splurge and get a higher-quality camera.
i hope this helps.
Hazel (03/10/2007)
Hi Endre, long time. So what camera have you decided on? My choice is between the Casio z1000 and the Pana FX50 mainly bec. of its lower price.
Best regards.
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Best regards.
Carrie (03/11/2007)
Hazel,
PLEASE rethink buying the PanaLumix FX50. the lens is REALLY bad. I tried it out, and you can tell immediately how awful it is. I'm sorry if you were really set on this camera, but i was too, and it's a piece of junk.
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PLEASE rethink buying the PanaLumix FX50. the lens is REALLY bad. I tried it out, and you can tell immediately how awful it is. I'm sorry if you were really set on this camera, but i was too, and it's a piece of junk.
Hazel (03/27/2007)
Hi Carrie and Endre, just bought the Casio Exilim Z-1000. It's a great cam. Pix turned out great and for the cheaper price tag, I love it. I got a good deal when I bought it in Hong Kong - a Toshiba 2 gig SD card was thrown in and the standard case and strap. Most salespeople there advised me not to get the Sony T-50. I learned that there is a T-100 but t'was way too expensive for me. I ended up not buying the Panasonic FX 50 bec. they didn't have an international warranty + it felt bulkier compared to the Casio.
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Carrie (03/27/2007)
hahaha.
nice, hazel.
i bought the cybershot n2.
i'm basically in love with it.
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nice, hazel.
i bought the cybershot n2.
i'm basically in love with it.
Endre (03/28/2007)
Hi Hazel and Carrie. I almost gave up, I'm actually satisfied for my purposes with my old Sony DSC-F717.
My wife insisted on having a small cam for point and shoot pictures as she is kind of afraid of the big cam and its controls :). So I halfway left it over to her what she wants. We had a look on some cameras and she decided for the Kodak v705. It's a pretty nice cam, quick and has lot of settings, although I'm not 100% satisfied with the picture quality, which is much worse than those made by the Sony (of course there is a tiny bit of difference in lens, too :) ). I think it just compresses the pictures too much and there is no possibility to set the pic quality. My Sony makes ~2Mb pictures at 5MP, the Kodak ~1Mb at 7MP, sometimes only 800Kb. For normal printouts it's fine, I think it wouldn't even appear on an A4 picture. So it's a compromise, I still have my Sony, she has hers, everyone is happy :) (the original idea was to replace the Sony).
I wonder if the T-100 has better qualities in lowlight conditions than the T-50.
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My wife insisted on having a small cam for point and shoot pictures as she is kind of afraid of the big cam and its controls :). So I halfway left it over to her what she wants. We had a look on some cameras and she decided for the Kodak v705. It's a pretty nice cam, quick and has lot of settings, although I'm not 100% satisfied with the picture quality, which is much worse than those made by the Sony (of course there is a tiny bit of difference in lens, too :) ). I think it just compresses the pictures too much and there is no possibility to set the pic quality. My Sony makes ~2Mb pictures at 5MP, the Kodak ~1Mb at 7MP, sometimes only 800Kb. For normal printouts it's fine, I think it wouldn't even appear on an A4 picture. So it's a compromise, I still have my Sony, she has hers, everyone is happy :) (the original idea was to replace the Sony).
I wonder if the T-100 has better qualities in lowlight conditions than the T-50.
y does my t50 record videos in b&w?if i focus on a subject which is out of a brightly lit area its b&w.but color is there under britly lit areas.HELP! (smashing — 01/08/2007)
the seetings are all on auto when this happens
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Brenda Paro (01/08/2007)
Hi Trevine,
That is really bizarre. What I would do is go into the Setup menu and just Reset the camera (Restore to Factory Defaults, or Reset, it's called different things). Because the only thing I can possibly think of is that the camera is set to some strange color or white balance setting, and the dark conditions are resulting in an image that looks colorless. Maybe the saturation is turned all the way down or something. Rather than checking all the settings individually, just reset the camera to defaults and see if that fixes the problem.
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That is really bizarre. What I would do is go into the Setup menu and just Reset the camera (Restore to Factory Defaults, or Reset, it's called different things). Because the only thing I can possibly think of is that the camera is set to some strange color or white balance setting, and the dark conditions are resulting in an image that looks colorless. Maybe the saturation is turned all the way down or something. Rather than checking all the settings individually, just reset the camera to defaults and see if that fixes the problem.
sony dsc-50 what memory card should I get for this camera (Henninger1 — 01/05/2007)
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Ben Keough (01/05/2007)
Hi Garry,
Do you mean the T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) or the W50?
Either way, you'll need a Memory Stick Duo or Pro Duo. Both are fairly new, so you should be able to use whatever size memory stick you like. I'd recommend a couple of 512mb sticks. It's always better to have two rather than one, for backup purposes.
Good luck!
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Do you mean the T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) or the W50?
Either way, you'll need a Memory Stick Duo or Pro Duo. Both are fairly new, so you should be able to use whatever size memory stick you like. I'd recommend a couple of 512mb sticks. It's always better to have two rather than one, for backup purposes.
Good luck!
Trish (04/29/2007)
Hi, I tried inserting a Pro Duo but an error message keeps popping up: "Please reinsert the memory stick" or something. I don't quite understand since based on your reply above, a Memory Stick Pro Duo would work fine with the T50. Help please. Thanks!
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seems my sonyt50 cant read the mp3 format music file?what file am i going to use? (gmacomics — 01/03/2007)
i have tried uploading music files on my sony t50 and its all useless.. when using the slideshow the file doesnt show up.. please help..
is it because the file format is not like the mp3 format or should i change it?
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is it because the file format is not like the mp3 format or should i change it?
Andrew Skinner (01/03/2007)
Pedro,
You can store any types of files on your memory card before putting into the Sony T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), but from what I can get from the manual ( docs.sony.com/release/DSCT5... ) you need to download the music directly to the camera's internal memory through the setup menu (page 23). I hope this helps.
Andrew
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You can store any types of files on your memory card before putting into the Sony T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), but from what I can get from the manual ( docs.sony.com/release/DSCT5... ) you need to download the music directly to the camera's internal memory through the setup menu (page 23). I hope this helps.
Andrew
gmacomics (01/04/2007)
thanks bro!
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Considering t50 - will pic quality be as good as my old cybershot 5MP dsc-p93? (Gomez — 12/13/2006)
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Andrew Skinner (12/13/2006)
Chris,
I think you'll find the photos you take with a Sony T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) just as good or better than your old P93. The 7.1 megapixel resolution (sharper photos), image-stabilization (good for low light and zoom use), and the wide range of ISO 80-1000 (bright to low light capability) will all contribute to your photos' quality. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Andrew
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I think you'll find the photos you take with a Sony T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) just as good or better than your old P93. The 7.1 megapixel resolution (sharper photos), image-stabilization (good for low light and zoom use), and the wide range of ISO 80-1000 (bright to low light capability) will all contribute to your photos' quality. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Andrew
Brenda Paro (12/13/2006)
The T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) has an upgraded sensor along with the increase in megapixels, so the image quality should definitely be improved.
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i am looking for the price on a cannon T-50 (Alma G — 11/06/2006)
SLR camera if anyone knows more or less actual price
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by James DeRuvo (11/06/2006)
You're question about the the Canon T50 - this was the precursor to the AE1. It was a largely automatic 35mm SLR film camera. You may find a few on an internet auction, but Canon doesn't make it anymore.
If, however, you're referring to the Sony T50, then you can find a price here ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ).
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If, however, you're referring to the Sony T50, then you can find a price here ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ).
SamB (11/28/2006)
Check pricegrabber.com. Also watch out for dell.com. A month ago they had a special going on the T50 somewhere in the low $300 range. They may bring it back on special for the holidays.
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Between the Canon A710 IS and the Sony DSC-T 30 0r Sony DSC-T50, which would you choose? (Helene James — 11/05/2006)
I like a large screen LCD and also the feature Steady Shot
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Brenda Paro (11/05/2006)
My vote goes for the Canon Powershot A710 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). The T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) are pretty similar except the T50 has a touch screen (which I admit is kinda neat). But still... awfully similar camera, and for the huge price difference I personally think the Canon is more fun to operate and takes better low light shots. Plus I just prefer the layout of the Powershots, I think they're more user friendly.
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Helene James (11/06/2006)
Thank you for answering. This will certainly help me to decide which camera to get. I have used a Canon Power Shot S 500 but I was much interested by the thin format of the Sony DSC-T 30 and the large LCD. Reading your comments, I will go for the Canon.
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Brenda Paro (11/06/2006)
I'm glad it helped. Again, they are awfully similar in terms of photo quality, so if you really like the feel of the Sonys then I wouldn't rule them out. I realize that isn't a terribly helpful opinion, but it's my two cents- I am one of those people who doesn't like large LCDs (they feel fragile) and who started out her digital career on the Powershots, so they make sense to me. It would help if you could test the cameras out- might be worth a trip to Best Buy or someplace similar to see what they feel like to you.
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Helene James (11/06/2006)
Thank you for your suggestion to go and see how those cameras feel in your hand. Is there a risk that a larde LCD might break more easily than a smaller one?
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Brenda Paro (11/06/2006)
Yes, definitely. But it depends a lot on how it's made. Some cameras (Canon Elphs, coughcough) are known for having very fragile LCDs. They do sell protectors that can prevent scratching and rippling of the screen, but basically any LCD regardless of size can be broken. As far as I've heard, though, the ones on all three of these cameras that you're considering are built pretty decently and are no more fragile than they should be, which is the best you can hope for!
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Graphic Designer Guy (11/07/2006)
I would definitely go with the Canon. The Sony 50 touch screen seems like a major pain. I think that touching an lcd puts more risk into breaking it. Plus I like to have a view finder just in case.
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Helene James (11/07/2006)
I had not realized until now that the Sony did not have an optical view finder and it is certainly something very useful in some cases. After you mentionned this, I ckecked a picture of the Sony and I saw. Many thanks for pointing out this lack in the Sony. It could be a problem.Another question, The Canon Powershot A710 IS seems to use 2 AA batteries instead of NB-4L for the Canon SD 630. Is it an advantage or does it really matter?
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Roopesh kumar (11/08/2006)
t 30 is good for Better prints, Compact in size,Carz lens, & good battery.
but Use Always Original MMc duo cards from sony only.
another - point is camera is too sensitive.
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but Use Always Original MMc duo cards from sony only.
another - point is camera is too sensitive.
cori (11/24/2006)
Actually, the larger LCD on the Sony T30 is covered by plastic so it's much more durable. The T50 (touchscreen) and the Canon screens are unprotected, they are much more vulnerable to cracks which renders them completely unusable.
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Helene James (11/25/2006)
Thank you so much everyone, you have been all very helpful. After consideration of all the pros and cons I finally decided to buy a Canon Power Shot S3IS. Very different of my first choices. But it has a protected LCD, image stabilizer and possibility to add a lens and many many other features. So this is the end of my research. Many thanks, Helene
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Jayme (11/25/2006)
The A710 IS accepts some add-on lenses as well. The button in the bottom right corner of the above picture releases the outer ring revealing threading to attach the Conversion Lens Adapter (LA-DC58G).
usa.canon.com/consumer/cont...
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will the price go low later (kiko — 10/29/2006)
will the price gos low later
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kiko (10/29/2006)
will the T50 price will go down later??
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kiko (10/29/2006)
yes or no la
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kiko (10/29/2006)
plz relpy as soon as imposible
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camera? (10/29/2006)
Well, chances are, the price for the T50 will go down, but it might take a while. All cameras go down in price as newer models are introduced. The T50 only came out in September though, and probably won't be replaced until March 2007, at the earliest. You may be able to find more deals nearer to Christmas, as more merchants begin to sell it and compete with one another.
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Which one should I buy the Sony T50 or the N1? (JQ — 10/28/2006)
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Brenda Paro (12/02/2006)
Hi,
I noticed you haven't gotten an answer yet... are you still looking for help? If so, I recommend resubmitting your question at digitalcamera-hq.com so it has a better chance of being noticed. Lately it looks like questions are being answered within one or two days. Good luck!
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lost instructions for cybershot DSC T5 need copy of "read this first". Where can I download it (joan vondracek — 10/26/2006)
I am not computer savy and really need the read first papers that come with it.
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Joe (10/27/2006)
Here is a link ( esupport.sony.com/perl/mode... ) to all of the paper work that comes with the Sony DSC T5, including the read first paper. All downloadable if you want.
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joan vondracek (10/27/2006)
best answer and thans so much. How do I give you 30 points?
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We currently have a Canon PC1038, it takes forever for the photo to take (shutter speed??). What would be a better option for us, we need speed :-)? (Christy — 10/23/2006)
I am looking for a high quality camera, yet I don't know how to determine the time delay for shots. This camera we have has a long delay in taking an individual shots (eg. action shots are next to impossible). Mega Pixels are also important to us and my husband likes the new Canon Digitals w/ the large screen on the back.
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Brenda Paro (11/13/2006)
Hi,
I noticed that your question hasn't been responded to yet. Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on www.DigitalCamera-HQ.com, so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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I noticed that your question hasn't been responded to yet. Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on www.DigitalCamera-HQ.com, so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
Christy (11/14/2006)
Thank You Brenda. I resubmitted a more detailed question on Friday, but haven't gotten a reply yet. I hope to soon.....I'm running out of time. Thanks.
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Brenda Paro (11/15/2006)
If you still haven't gotten an answer, feel free to repost your question on this thread with the new details, or post a reply linking to your new question. I will put this question on Watch and make sure to reply asap if nobody else has.
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Christy (11/16/2006)
You are awesome, thanks!! We currently own a Canon Powershot S400 & find the shutter speed a real drag. This is a birthday gift for my "picky" husband. He has taken a liking the the large LCD screens ( I hear they break )...not a huge priority. He also wants > 6 megapixels, smaller size & definate faster shutter speed. We mostly shoot our children, their sports & our adventure races & bike rides, scenery. He favors the Sony's & Canon's for the reliability of brand. He is also big on the computer & pic downloads to our website. I noticed the Sony Cybershot DSC - T50/B and the new Canon Powershots. It is so difficult to choose when they vary in important features. I'm not limited to these camera options, I will take others. Cost is not a real issue, I just don't want to exceed $500. Online orders seem to offer better savings???? Birthday is weekend after Thanksgiving. Thanks for your help.
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Brenda Paro (11/17/2006)
Hi Christy,
No problem. The shutter lag is tricky because camera manufacturers don't officially test it and list it as a specification, so the only way to really find out is to read reviews and listen to what users are saying.
Normally I would recommend Canon over Sony because I think they're more usable cameras, and their customer service and support tends to be a lot better. But strictly in terms of shutter lag, I think the new Sonys are winning. I have heard complaints on bad lag times on some of the newer Canons (although not all of them), and if you put a comparable Canon and Sony side by side the Sony tends to be faster.
With that in mind, here are a few to look at:
<a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... N2</a> - definitely one of the faster ones out there in terms of shutter lag, start-up time etc. Has a nice big 3 inch LCD which I think is more durable than the large LCDs on the Canon Powershots. However, although our review says that it does, according to Sony's website the N2 doesn't have image stabilization. That isn't a necessary feature, but if it's something you want be aware that I don't think this camera actually has it.
<a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... T50</a>- you mentioned this one, and it may be a good choice. Shutter lag is about .28 seconds with normal settings (no flash, etc.) which is pretty darn good. This camera does have image stabilization.
If you do look into Canons, the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... is my usual recommendation- the LCD is 2.5 inches but isn't as breakable as many of the ones on the little Canon Elphs (plus, it swivels!), and out of the Powershots this is one of the faster ones in terms of shutter lag, probably about .4 seconds.
You might also want to consider one of the Kodak Easyshares, like the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... The Easyshares are nice and speedy (shutter lag around .2 seconds) and are super user friendly and easy to download photos from. (Most digital cameras are, but Kodak tends to spell it all out for you, plus this camera has PictBridge so if you have a compatible printer you can download and print without even using your computer). Also check out the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... Lumix FX07</a>- crazy fast, and a really good all-around camera.
I would definitely order online- when you click on those reviews/ camera names that I linked above, you'll see Merchant Offers on the right of the screen, with prices listed. Click on them and it will take you to the site where you can order the item. I recommend Amazon because they offer fast shipping for cheap, and because I've never once had an issue with delivery from them, so you'd be assured of getting it on time. They also offer cheaper deals than most retail stores.
Finally, one last note on shutter lag: try this tip with any camera. Before you're ready to take the shot, push the shutter button down halfway and keep your finger on it. This will let the camera 'frame' the shot, which is what takes up so much time. When you're ready to take the photo, push it the rest of the way, and it will fire almost instantly. This helps immensely in fast situations.
Let me know if you need further advice and I'll be happy to help!
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No problem. The shutter lag is tricky because camera manufacturers don't officially test it and list it as a specification, so the only way to really find out is to read reviews and listen to what users are saying.
Normally I would recommend Canon over Sony because I think they're more usable cameras, and their customer service and support tends to be a lot better. But strictly in terms of shutter lag, I think the new Sonys are winning. I have heard complaints on bad lag times on some of the newer Canons (although not all of them), and if you put a comparable Canon and Sony side by side the Sony tends to be faster.
With that in mind, here are a few to look at:
<a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... N2</a> - definitely one of the faster ones out there in terms of shutter lag, start-up time etc. Has a nice big 3 inch LCD which I think is more durable than the large LCDs on the Canon Powershots. However, although our review says that it does, according to Sony's website the N2 doesn't have image stabilization. That isn't a necessary feature, but if it's something you want be aware that I don't think this camera actually has it.
<a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... T50</a>- you mentioned this one, and it may be a good choice. Shutter lag is about .28 seconds with normal settings (no flash, etc.) which is pretty darn good. This camera does have image stabilization.
If you do look into Canons, the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... is my usual recommendation- the LCD is 2.5 inches but isn't as breakable as many of the ones on the little Canon Elphs (plus, it swivels!), and out of the Powershots this is one of the faster ones in terms of shutter lag, probably about .4 seconds.
You might also want to consider one of the Kodak Easyshares, like the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... The Easyshares are nice and speedy (shutter lag around .2 seconds) and are super user friendly and easy to download photos from. (Most digital cameras are, but Kodak tends to spell it all out for you, plus this camera has PictBridge so if you have a compatible printer you can download and print without even using your computer). Also check out the <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... Lumix FX07</a>- crazy fast, and a really good all-around camera.
I would definitely order online- when you click on those reviews/ camera names that I linked above, you'll see Merchant Offers on the right of the screen, with prices listed. Click on them and it will take you to the site where you can order the item. I recommend Amazon because they offer fast shipping for cheap, and because I've never once had an issue with delivery from them, so you'd be assured of getting it on time. They also offer cheaper deals than most retail stores.
Finally, one last note on shutter lag: try this tip with any camera. Before you're ready to take the shot, push the shutter button down halfway and keep your finger on it. This will let the camera 'frame' the shot, which is what takes up so much time. When you're ready to take the photo, push it the rest of the way, and it will fire almost instantly. This helps immensely in fast situations.
Let me know if you need further advice and I'll be happy to help!
Rick (01/01/2007)
I own the Sony T-50
The red Saturation is terrible, I cannot take a shot of an object with accurate color, I must use a photo editing program to manipulate the shot to the proper color. i.e. Tan Colors are orange?
Sony T-50, Saturation Problems! i.e. Tans are Orange
Tried every setting and even sent in the camera to get checked out, camera checks out and has been reformatted but still Saturation and totally wrong colors persist. Bummer! On the plus side the magnifier mode is the best I have seem, I just have to edit every picture if I want to see the correct color. If I am missing a trick please let me know? I am contacting sony again for more answers?
Thanks, drricknyc@gmail.com
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The red Saturation is terrible, I cannot take a shot of an object with accurate color, I must use a photo editing program to manipulate the shot to the proper color. i.e. Tan Colors are orange?
Sony T-50, Saturation Problems! i.e. Tans are Orange
Tried every setting and even sent in the camera to get checked out, camera checks out and has been reformatted but still Saturation and totally wrong colors persist. Bummer! On the plus side the magnifier mode is the best I have seem, I just have to edit every picture if I want to see the correct color. If I am missing a trick please let me know? I am contacting sony again for more answers?
Thanks, drricknyc@gmail.com
Ami (10/26/2008)
I have a Canon Powershot S 400 (PC 1038). Now after 5 years of use its screen has become opaque. Can I get this repaired?
Please let me know
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Please let me know
what is the best camera for looks? price does not matter! (Tanner — 10/21/2006)
I would like a camera that is very sleek and stylish. I like the cyber-shot DSC T-50 - is that a good camera?
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Joe (10/22/2006)
Sony is surely the brand to go for if you want stylish cameras. The Sony T10 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is a great sleek party camera with a lot of power. It really furfills the James Bond desires within you. Plus it is actually quite a good camera. Sony really has made a class of its own with the cool techno-smart camera style.
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Brenda Paro (10/26/2006)
If you like the T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) you might want to consider the T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). <a href="digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... a breakdown of the differences between them plus the T10, which Joe just mentioned.
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Brenda Paro (12/01/2006)
Hello,
I noticed you haven't marked a response as Best Answer... are you still looking for help? If so, I recommend re-submitting your question at digitalcamera-hq.com so it has a better chance of being noticed. Lately it looks like questions are being answered within one or two days. Good luck!
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what will you advice, DSC N2 vs T50? (mm.chi — 10/16/2006)
I'm considering to buy my first digital camere. I'm deciding between the Sony T series and the DSC n2. I like the large LCD and the touch screen feature. If anyone has any advice???
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Brenda Paro (10/18/2006)
Between the two, I'd choose the N2 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). Compared to the T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), it has...
-more megapixels (not the most important thing but a bonus)
-a faster zoom (according to timed tests, the T50 takes almost twice as long to zoom all the way out)
-crisper photos
-comparable image stabilization (the N2 has Super Steady Shot, the T50 has plain Optical stabilization... they seem to perform about the same)
-Buttons are easier to hit/ better placed
-higher ISO available (1600 vs. T50's 1000)
Just seems like a better deal.
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-more megapixels (not the most important thing but a bonus)
-a faster zoom (according to timed tests, the T50 takes almost twice as long to zoom all the way out)
-crisper photos
-comparable image stabilization (the N2 has Super Steady Shot, the T50 has plain Optical stabilization... they seem to perform about the same)
-Buttons are easier to hit/ better placed
-higher ISO available (1600 vs. T50's 1000)
Just seems like a better deal.
Dimitri Sokolov (10/21/2006)
The N2 does not have image stabilization at all according to Sony's website here:
sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERS... T-50 has multiple image stabilization systems.
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The N2 does not have image stabilization at all according to Sony's website here:
sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERS... T-50 has multiple image stabilization systems.
Brenda Paro (10/22/2006)
You're right Dimitri I cannot find this feature mentioned in any of Sony's media/ websites. Yet almost every review of the camera (including ours) and <a href="amazon.com/Sony-Cybershot-D... site selling it</a> mentions the Super Steady Shot. Not sure on that one. T50= a better deal either way. =)
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maryann (10/30/2006)
I want a compact camera that won't give me grief in the red eye department. Cost is not a factor.....just hate red eye.
Any suggestions.
Thanks for any advice.
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Any suggestions.
Thanks for any advice.
Lucas (11/07/2006)
Pretty much all small cameras suffer a lot from red eye. If you want a slightly cheaper camera, the N1 is pretty much the same camera as the N2 minus a few megapixels and the touchscreen.
Personaly i prefer the t10 to the t50 and i am trying to decide between those two.
N2 also has more manual settings apparently...
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Personaly i prefer the t10 to the t50 and i am trying to decide between those two.
N2 also has more manual settings apparently...
Rob (11/14/2006)
Brenda P
In your October 18 review you say you would choose the N2 over the T50, but then in your October 22 comment you say the T50 is a better deal. Which is correct?
Thanks
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In your October 18 review you say you would choose the N2 over the T50, but then in your October 22 comment you say the T50 is a better deal. Which is correct?
Thanks
Brenda Paro (11/14/2006)
Sorry about that Rob, I attribute that second comment to a plain old typo. I probably meant to say that the N2 is a better deal either way, even if it does not have image stabilization. I prefer the N2 over the T50 regardless of whether or not it has Sony's Super Shot stabilization or not.
Apologize for the confusion!
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Apologize for the confusion!
Angelo Alexander (11/22/2006)
Greetings
Is it for definate that the N2 does NOT have an Image Stabiliser ?
In relation to size, which is the most compact (flat) camera, T50 or N2 ?
Or is there another 'slim' camera, nice design, with 10 m pixels along with the latest technological bits (touch screan not important) that can produce the sharpest photos ever?
Best wishes
Angelo
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Is it for definate that the N2 does NOT have an Image Stabiliser ?
In relation to size, which is the most compact (flat) camera, T50 or N2 ?
Or is there another 'slim' camera, nice design, with 10 m pixels along with the latest technological bits (touch screan not important) that can produce the sharpest photos ever?
Best wishes
Angelo
Brenda Paro (11/22/2006)
Angelo,
It really looks like there is NOT a stabilizer on the N2. This is ultra-confusing but on Sony's website they do not have it listed as a feature so we are assuming that all the reviews etc. that say that it does have it, are mistaken (and possibly going off each other for info). I would at this point say No. I suppose the only way to know for sure would be to call Sony and ask.
The two cameras are identical in size except the Sony is about .1 inches taller. Both are .9 inches wide.
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It really looks like there is NOT a stabilizer on the N2. This is ultra-confusing but on Sony's website they do not have it listed as a feature so we are assuming that all the reviews etc. that say that it does have it, are mistaken (and possibly going off each other for info). I would at this point say No. I suppose the only way to know for sure would be to call Sony and ask.
The two cameras are identical in size except the Sony is about .1 inches taller. Both are .9 inches wide.
danny (11/22/2006)
can you help ,i want 2 buy my wife a new camera,have been looking @n1+n2,after reading these i 'm now confused.
we have young children so if u blink u miss thing's ect,
which 1 or even differnt camera is good 4 us ,
were amatuers,so simple/auto is best
thanx
danny
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we have young children so if u blink u miss thing's ect,
which 1 or even differnt camera is good 4 us ,
were amatuers,so simple/auto is best
thanx
danny
vishnu (02/21/2007)
well i have brought the t50 and i chose it over the n2 because iwhen you have a 10.1 mp camera and a small screen the picture quality becomes bad because all of the pixels are squished ina sinch screen so it should be a reasonable megapixel and reasonable screen example t50
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SiamDolL (12/18/2007)
this year I was going on my holiday to Disney, I wanted a camera that is smaller and easier to carry. I dreamed of T50 coz of the touch screen and the paint program. But I changed my mind and bought N2 instead coz of the faster shutter and the pixles. I love doing things in photo shop and once there is more pixlels I can crop the scene that I missed from one of my pic later without ruining it all. I don't know but I like the T50 image style but I'm using the inside quality!
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is that big diff for Sony T30, T10 & T50??? (Ivy yong — 10/04/2006)
Actually im looking for Sony DC, but no idea choose which one better for me.
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Hi Ivy, The Sony T10 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and T50 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) are all pretty much from the same "family" of cameras in terms of features. In general, the T10 is the lightweight, compact version... it has a 2.5-inch LCD screen instead of a 3-inch like the other two. It also has a reduced flash range, as well as a slightly shorter built-in battery life and 2MB of built-in flash memory instead of 58MB like the T30, or 56MB like the T50. It weighs less, costs less, and is designed for quick shots and travel. It should be more than capable of handling general to amateur level photography. The T30 is a little more advanced- it has more internal memory and greater flash capability as well as a larger LCD screen and a higher price tag. It's designed for more intricate uses and might be less "travel friendly" than the T10. The T50 is the updated version of the T30. The only real differences between them are that the T50 has 56MB of built-in flash memory while the T30 has 58 (this should still be plenty), and the 3-inch LCD screen on the T50 has been updated to a touch screen. It also has a little better noise reduction. Instead of a "Candle" mode like the T30, the T50 has a "High Sensitivity" mode; it also comes with different software. Basically, if you're looking for a lightweight camera for general use, the T10 should be plenty good enough. If you want extra capabilities, slightly better photos, and a little extra weight and cost, the T30 or T50 will suit you. Choosing between the T30 and T50 is mostly a matter of preference; the T50 isn't a huge upgrade over the T30 aside from the touch screen.
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Zaid (10/13/2006)
I am trying to decide between the Sony T30 and Nikon S7c (minus the WiFi feture which i'm not keen on) - could you provide any advice please?
Zaid
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Zaid (10/13/2006)
I am trying to decide between the Sony T30 and Nikon S7c (minus the WiFi feture which i'm not keen on) - could you provide any advice please?
Zaid
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Brenda Paro (10/13/2006)
Some basic differences between the T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and the S7c ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ):
-S7C has a wider range of ISOs available (50-1600 vs T30's 80-1000)
-S7C is smaller & lighter
-Different types of image stabilization offered
-A few different features
It seems that the image stabilization in the T30 is better- the S7C does have a gyro sensor and what they call Electronic Vibration Reduction, but the T30 has an optical stabilizer that is thought to be more effective. The S7C also seems to need a steadier hand- it is a little more sensitive to shaking. But unless you have real problems with camera blur this shouldn't be a make-or-break factor.
The S7C has a few nifty details- exposure correction technology, plus face recognition and in-camera red-eye reduction (all three designed to create good portraits). Not sure if you're interested in those, but they can be fun to have.
The T30 tends to have noisier images particularly at high ISOs.
The S7C seems to offer truer colors (particularly in white indoor lighting); the T30 has a tendency to oversaturate some tones (esp. blues) and doesn't perform as well in low light.
The S7C sometimes gets complaints for being 'too small'- i.e. hard to hold and control.
Between the two my personal choice is the S7C. For whatever reason, even with wireless, it seems to be cheaper than the Sony. Unless you have particular needs (anti-shake, super-durable camera, etc.) it sounds like a better all-around choice to me. Plus the wireless might be nice to have in the future.
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-S7C has a wider range of ISOs available (50-1600 vs T30's 80-1000)
-S7C is smaller & lighter
-Different types of image stabilization offered
-A few different features
It seems that the image stabilization in the T30 is better- the S7C does have a gyro sensor and what they call Electronic Vibration Reduction, but the T30 has an optical stabilizer that is thought to be more effective. The S7C also seems to need a steadier hand- it is a little more sensitive to shaking. But unless you have real problems with camera blur this shouldn't be a make-or-break factor.
The S7C has a few nifty details- exposure correction technology, plus face recognition and in-camera red-eye reduction (all three designed to create good portraits). Not sure if you're interested in those, but they can be fun to have.
The T30 tends to have noisier images particularly at high ISOs.
The S7C seems to offer truer colors (particularly in white indoor lighting); the T30 has a tendency to oversaturate some tones (esp. blues) and doesn't perform as well in low light.
The S7C sometimes gets complaints for being 'too small'- i.e. hard to hold and control.
Between the two my personal choice is the S7C. For whatever reason, even with wireless, it seems to be cheaper than the Sony. Unless you have particular needs (anti-shake, super-durable camera, etc.) it sounds like a better all-around choice to me. Plus the wireless might be nice to have in the future.
Zaid (10/14/2006)
This was very helpful. I did also think about the T10 then thought its small, less battery and not as much distance on the flash.
I've been trying to convince myself that the S7c is what i need even though it is cheaper than the T30.
Thanks again!
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I've been trying to convince myself that the S7c is what i need even though it is cheaper than the T30.
Thanks again!
Zaid (10/14/2006)
The F2.8 is a nice feature on the S7c as well versus the F3.5 for Sony.
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Brenda Paro (10/14/2006)
Yeah, the T10 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is sort of like the lightweight flashy version of the T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... )- it is great for traveling and is a powerful little camera but the T30 is simply more advanced- you pay for the extra oomph with a few extra grams of weight and centimeters of size.
And I agree- the 2.8 is excellent if you're looking for lots of control and options while shooting.
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And I agree- the 2.8 is excellent if you're looking for lots of control and options while shooting.
alan cooke (10/21/2006)
I have had the S7c for two weeks. it is super. Marvelous for indoors witghout flash.
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Sony User (11/01/2006)
Check you information, the T10 /does/ have internmal memory, 58 megabytes to be precise...
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Zaid (11/01/2006)
I'm having lots of red eye issues shooting indoors? I have it on Auto setting and even on the Auto Red eye setting i still have that problem. Any advice??
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Brenda Paro (11/01/2006)
Sony User:
You are correct. I have no idea why I typed 2mb, I think I was looking at the memory card information on that one. I have seen the T10 reviewed as having 56 and 58mb memory built-in, and I am assuming that you own it so know for a fact that it is indeed 58. Thanks for the info!
Zaid:
What camera are you using that is having the problem? Due to the flash being close to the lens on some cameras some have more issues with this than others, and some red-eye functions are more effective than others too. This might also be something you can edit out with good photo software (although I know it's a lot better not to have it in the first place).
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You are correct. I have no idea why I typed 2mb, I think I was looking at the memory card information on that one. I have seen the T10 reviewed as having 56 and 58mb memory built-in, and I am assuming that you own it so know for a fact that it is indeed 58. Thanks for the info!
Zaid:
What camera are you using that is having the problem? Due to the flash being close to the lens on some cameras some have more issues with this than others, and some red-eye functions are more effective than others too. This might also be something you can edit out with good photo software (although I know it's a lot better not to have it in the first place).
Zaid (11/01/2006)
I ended up getting the S7c - without flash is much better on the red eye but i need better indoor light to get it brighter which is not always possible-
anyway the auto red eye function works great when i am at a distance but when i am very close to subject (my baby girl) I still get red eye on her! tried many options. any advice would be great!
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anyway the auto red eye function works great when i am at a distance but when i am very close to subject (my baby girl) I still get red eye on her! tried many options. any advice would be great!
Brenda Paro (11/01/2006)
There are a few red-eye reduction tricks you can try- these aren't exactly technical but they may help you:
-Minimize pupil dilation by putting the subject in the brightest part of the room- even when it's dark enough to use a flash, if there's a little light this can help. Basically the more ambient light in the room the better chance of avoiding red eye, so even if you do need a flash turn on as many lights as possible and stay near them when setting up the photo.
-Consider a photo editing software that has red-eye remover (I know Photoshop has this, I'm sure most of them do too). If you use it correctly this can really clean up portraits nicely.
-Try the nighttime setting mode. This sounds weird and it will give you some 'artistic' photos- but it tends to illuminate a larger area with the flash cutting down on the huge bounce off the subject's eyes. I have used it and gotten both good and bad results; it's worth experimenting. But make sure you hold the camera steady, this exposure is very prone to shaking.
-See if you can turn down the flash intensity. Not sure if the S7C allows this, but play around with the flash set-up menu and see if any of the options result in a lesser flash.
-Move closer to the subject than you think you need to. Distance of the flash from the lens is what can cause red eye- it affects the angle of the light. Rule of thumb= measure the distance from the center of your flash to the center of the lens. If it is 2 inches, then stay within 2 feet of your subject. For every inch add a foot.
Hope some of those help.
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-Minimize pupil dilation by putting the subject in the brightest part of the room- even when it's dark enough to use a flash, if there's a little light this can help. Basically the more ambient light in the room the better chance of avoiding red eye, so even if you do need a flash turn on as many lights as possible and stay near them when setting up the photo.
-Consider a photo editing software that has red-eye remover (I know Photoshop has this, I'm sure most of them do too). If you use it correctly this can really clean up portraits nicely.
-Try the nighttime setting mode. This sounds weird and it will give you some 'artistic' photos- but it tends to illuminate a larger area with the flash cutting down on the huge bounce off the subject's eyes. I have used it and gotten both good and bad results; it's worth experimenting. But make sure you hold the camera steady, this exposure is very prone to shaking.
-See if you can turn down the flash intensity. Not sure if the S7C allows this, but play around with the flash set-up menu and see if any of the options result in a lesser flash.
-Move closer to the subject than you think you need to. Distance of the flash from the lens is what can cause red eye- it affects the angle of the light. Rule of thumb= measure the distance from the center of your flash to the center of the lens. If it is 2 inches, then stay within 2 feet of your subject. For every inch add a foot.
Hope some of those help.
Hajimi (11/04/2006)
I'm looking any camera with TOUCH SCREEN. I need to know any chooise ( Not SONY only )
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Yumi (07/12/2007)
I'm choosing between Olympus Stylus 740 and Sony W55 and I can't seem to pick which is better. What I liked with the W55 is that it has more battery life, bigger memory, and lots of accessories. With the Olympus 740 I loved the portrait mode and the zoom power, and of course the all weather feature. Can someone help me decide? Is the W55's Soft Snap feature like the Portrait feature of the 740?
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what's the difference between Sony T30 and T50 ?? (anonymous — 10/01/2006)
The MP is same and so is the screen size ??
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camera? (10/01/2006)
The difference between the T30 and the T50 is that the T50 features a touchscreen LCD, meaning that you can tap the screen with your fingers to select options and menus.
It's a neat gadget, but if you're not concerned about whether you touch real or virtual buttons, the T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is just as good (with a normal screen and buttons) for less money.
Hope this helps!
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It's a neat gadget, but if you're not concerned about whether you touch real or virtual buttons, the T30 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is just as good (with a normal screen and buttons) for less money.
Hope this helps!
Toddthat (10/02/2006)
Along with the touch screen capability are a couple of other differences...the T50 has 56MB internal memory whereas the T30 has 58MD (not a great difference). The other difference is that the T50 has been tested to use up to a 4GB Memory stick whereas the T30 is only tested for a 2GB.
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Coffeebuzzard (10/03/2006)
Both cameras include the same image-stabilized 3x optical zoom lens, branded with the famous Carl Zeiss name and coupled with a 7.2 effective megapixel CCD imager. The most significant difference between the existing camera and the Sony T50 is the addition of touch-screen capability to the large 3.0" LCD display. The overall weight of the camera body has been reduced by four grams, however the inclusion of a five gram stylus pen in the package means that the ready-to-shoot weight is one gram higher than the T30's. Noise reduction has also been adjusted, and now operates at exposures 1/6th of a second or longer (formerly this was 1/25th of a second or longer). The built-in flash memory capacity falls by two megabytes to 56MB, the "Candle" scene mode swapped for a "High Sensitivity" mode, and a new "Normal" slideshow mode has been added. Finally, the bundled software has been changed to Sony's Picture Motion Browser v1.1.
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DPHILL7976 (10/07/2006)
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Sony Cybershot T50 Reviews
Sony Cybershot T50 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 4.0 out of 5
Sony Cyber shot T50
(Joeyjoejoe — 07/02/2008)
take great pics, easy to use. sometimes too long to take pic and at night captures dust particles. very stylish and always gets admired.
- 5.0 out of 5
what a technology
(ganesh — 04/30/2008)
Good or bad.....it is depents of the user.....for me it is really superb......
- 1.0 out of 5
white bubbles with flash
(myles green — 09/11/2007)
nice camera but cant use with flash , you get white bubbles on all your pictures causd by dust in the air. not very good when dust is every where
- 5.0 out of 5
Great camera
(Glenn — 04/08/2007)
Love this camera.Takes great pics and video,but for the money I think it should of come with the memory card.
- 5.0 out of 5
Best!!
(Josh Pollock — 03/04/2007)
This camera takes awesome pictures. The videos are great. Really happy because there is high shutter mode that increases shutter speed without raising ISO.
- 2.0 out of 5
waste of money
(JJP — 02/09/2007)
I researched this camera very thoroughly before I purchased it. For the first year it was great, then had many problems. Was turning on and off and pix started to become very blurry. Checked online reviews to find out many others had the same EXACT problems. I called Sony and they said since the warranty was expired, it was going to cost about $200 to be fixed. I am very disappointed especially since Sony has a good reputation.
- 3.0 out of 5
Excellent at daylight, awful with flash
(Endre — 02/07/2007)
T50 is really a nice camera. It looks very nice, it has lots of fancy functionalities, it even makes excellent pictures. Unfortunately only in decent daylight. As soon as you come to need to use flash, your pictures are in 50-60% useless. Funny white bubbles of various sizes appear on them out of nothing. I tested it a lot, trying to get rid of them without success (see http://tinyurl.com/38rfvk for discussion and samples). Even Sony Support could not help, so I have sent my camera back. I gave an Average rating, because of all the other nice things, but I wouldn't buy this camera again. The first time I was really disappointed in a Sony product :(
- 5.0 out of 5
The Best Camera for amateurs...........
(Tuhin Mathur — 01/20/2007)
Hi i bought this lovely piece of art just seven days before and used it for my trip to Goa. The camera has many excellent features and the image quality is mind boggling. i also bought a 1 GB storage device alongwith the cam and had taken loads of pics. The last and mot important part is the outstanding battery life, you can click upto 400 pics with one full recharge.
Hats off to SONY for this wonderful product......
- 5.0 out of 5
AWESOOOOME
(namita — 01/11/2007)
have a cannon A700 and was sick of changing 2AA batteries and then i saw this beauty and fell in love.
- 4.0 out of 5
T50
(Zain Jawadwala — 01/09/2007)
Very user friendly and excellent for travellers who need to carry a digital camera all along.
- 5.0 out of 5
Fixed all the problems from before
(Wayne — 01/04/2007)
This is great camera in a small package. I really do not know why the previous person is complaining about no cradle, in fact the cradle is more annoying than useful, it take more room when travelling, and has the likelihood of breaking in ur bag, and plus u also need a cable as well, why have two pieces of equipment when it can be done in one. The AV cable is alot better cos all u need is the cable and connects to all equpiment such as ur TV and PC. The stablisation is excellent and allows u to take pictures in low light. I use this camera underwater (I have the non-touch screen model) and it is fantastic when compared to other cameras the divers I have seen used. The big screen, double stablisation and high iso level helps u take excellent pictures underwater. I reccomend this camera for people who are travelling alot, diving and when going out on the town (camera fits in ur pocket and not weighs very much).
- 5.0 out of 5
Trulyyyyyyyyyyyyy Awesome
(TREVINE PERERA — 12/30/2006)
Man this cam is just super kooooooooool . I wanted a canon sd800 but it was Rs10,000/- more than this y pay so much for a cam that has the same resolution wit same pic quality plus it doesnt have a touch screen.
- 4.0 out of 5
T50
(dan — 12/23/2006)
good camera but should have flash for video function.
- 5.0 out of 5
The Perfect 4 me
(UAE Girl — 11/25/2006)
I advise you to use it
Very Very good quality and very nice looking
- 4.0 out of 5
Not as good for the price
(Renay — 10/28/2006)
It's a good camera but it lacks the cradle, comes with a very poorly designed AV cable which I find hard to use. SONY should definitely think of adding a cradle to this high end camera. Picture quality is satisfactory.
