Sony DSCP31 Cyber-shot 2MP Digital Still Camera
List Price: $319.99
Details
- Included 8 MB Recollection Stick holds 12 images at default settings
- Uses 2 AA batteries(rechargeables included)
- Autofocus lens with 3x digital zoom (no visual zoom)
Description
Pick up this digital camera and smother your friends and relatives updated on your family's in the air events. The 3x optical/6x precision digital zoom lens catches conclusion up shots that are stored on an included 8MB Memory Stick«. Download shots onto your processor via the USB connector with cable and driver. The 3.21 mp effective CCD picture sensor (3.34 mp gross) captures clean sharp ins and outs in every photo opportunity. The intelligent flash and high-promote scan Autofocus are other great features.Sony's DSC-P31 combines laconic dimensions with an affordable 2-megapixel sensor and AA battery power. If you're looking for a gull-anywhere camera that's easy to use and produces sharp images, the P31 is value a closer look.
Optics and Resolution
The DSC-P31's 2-megapixel sensor captures tolerably detail for sharp prints at sizes up to 8 by 10 inches. For the standard family photographer, 2 megapixels is a great balance involving price and performance. If you want a camera with even more purposefulness, you'll need to step up to a 3- or 4-megapixel model like the DSC-P71 or DSC-P9.
The autofocus lens does not maintain a true optical zoom, but a 2x digital zoom (6x total) works in much the but way. Remember, however, that digital zoom tends to limit the sharpness and detail of your image, so it's not as useful as a true zoom lens. In low-phosphorescence situations (a particular weakness for many digital cameras), a blurred-assist lamp sends out a small patterned beam to assistance the camera accurately determine distance, and special circuitry intuitively reduces the "static" that typically plagues nighttime digital shots.
To component your images, either use the traditional camera viewfinder or the 1.6-inch LCD parade (which is also used to review the shots you've taken). Having both types of viewfinders offers the most of both worlds: if you're used to using a film camera or scarcity to conserve battery life, use the viewfinder. If you want to see exactly the portray you'll capture, use the LCD display.
More Features
Though the P31 is designed for single out-and-shoot simplicity, there are several options for more risky photographers, including manual focus with macro, flexible ISO and white balance settings, exposure compensation, and the ability to snuff out black-and-white, sepia, solarized, and negative images.
Power
The P31 uses two AA batteries--a twosome of high-capacity nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeables and mare are included. The benefit to using standard AA batteries instead of a excise proprietary battery is that AA batteries are widely available, so missing a if ever-in-a-lifetime shot due to dead batteries won't be an issue. The downside is that a digital camera last will and testament kill a set of alkaline batteries extremely quickly, especially if you're using the camera's LCD demonstration. To ensure you'll always be ready for action, we recommend getting a subordinate pair of batteries so you can always have one set in the camera and the other set in the mare.
Movie Mode
In movie mode, the camera captures mum video clips. Most digital cameras' movie modes are reduced to 15- or 30-second clips, but in EX mode, the P31 can keep shooting until you've swamped the memory card. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this special attraction won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just fancy to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.
Storage and Carry
Images are stored on Memory Sticks, Sony's proprietary memory-index card format. The included 8 MB stick holds approximately 12 images at the camera's oversight settings. Memory Sticks are reusable, but if you tend to take more than 12 images per excursion you'll want a bigger card. A 128 MB stick is a great scope for this camera, storing around 200 images. To move images to your computer, simply attach the included USB guy between your PC and your camera. Your computer should impulsively recognize your camera and let you move the pictures to your hostile drive. If you own a Sony desktop or laptop, your computer may already enjoy a built-in Memory Stick reader.
Size
At 4.2 by 2.3 by 1.6 inches and 8.5 ounces fully rolling in it, the P31 is an extremely compact and portable digital camera.
Contents and Recommended Garnishes
The package includes the DSC-P31 camera, two rechargeable NH-AA-D1 rechargeable batteries, BC-CS1 mare, video and USB cables, wrist strap, 8 MB Memory Dig, and software on CD.
Everything you need to get started is included in the box, but we recommend these garnishing to make the most of your camera: a carrying case, a small set of NiMH rechargeable size AA batteries, and a higher-capacity thought stick. Compatible accessories for this camera are listed related the top of this page. --Shane Burnett
Pros:
- 2-megapixel changelessness is perfect for most users
- Compact dimensions make it credulous to bring this camera along on outings
- Point-and-fling operation makes it easy for even beginners to get great results
Cons:
- No visual zoom lens
- Movie mode lacks sound
- Proprietary Reminiscence Stick memory card format less common and more valuable than other formats
