Sony MVCFD200 FD Mavica 2MP Digital Still Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Price: $599.99
Details
- Autofocus lens with 3x visual/2x digital (6x total) zoom
- Connects with PCs and Macs via USB seaport or via floppy drive
- Stores images on floppy discs or Recollection Sticks (not included)
Description
2/8/200615-19-33 SonySony brought unreserved digital photography to the masses when it introduced the Mavica--a digital camera that stored digital pictures on paradigm floppy discs. This updated version boasts a 2-megapixel sensor and a Tribute Stick slot, plus the charm and simplicity that made the individualist a hit.
Optics and Resolution
The FD200's 2-megapixel sensor captures passably detail for sharp prints at sizes up to 8 by 10 inches. For the run-of-the-mill family photographer, 2 megapixels is a great balance concerning price and performance. If you want a camera with even more unalterability, forget about using low-capacity floppy discs and stair up to a CD-recording model instead--try Sony's MVC-CD300 or MVC-CD400.
The autofocus lens features both a 3x visual zoom and a 2x digital zoom. Remember, however, that digital zoom tends to tone down the sharpness and detail of your image, so it's a good idea to use it sparingly.
To redeem space, there's no traditional optical viewfinder to look via. Instead, to compose your images or review shots you've already entranced, the FD200 uses a big 2.5-inch color display. The betterment to using the LCD to frame your shots is that the screen lets you see in every respect the picture you'll capture. The disadvantage is that you can't turn off the screen and only just use the optical viewfinder to extend battery life. Fortunately, the included rechargeable mobile holds a relatively good charge.
More Features
The FD200 is distinctly designed for point-and-shoot simplicity, but there are several options for more venturesome photographers, including manual focus with macro, flexible ISO and white-balance settings, exposure compensation, and the ability to rush black-and-white, sepia, solarized, and negative images.
Power
The FD200 uses Sony's smashing InfoLithium battery system, which not only holds a genteel charge, but also displays on screen how many minutes of power fragments. Both the battery and the charger are included. Because the battery is harmonious ' to specific Sony models and can be nearly impossible to find when on the street, we strongly recommend getting a spare if you're planning to take the camera on outspread outings.
Movie Mode
In movie mode, the camera captures unruffled video clips. The limited duration and resolution of your pictures guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's appropriate for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-post it to a friend or relative.
Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on exemplar floppy discs, which makes transferring pictures to your notebook a snap. Take the picture, wait for the disc to stop whirring, then forth it from your camera and pop it into your computer's floppy get-up-and-go. For safekeeping, it's best to transfer images to your hard excursion and periodically archive your photos using a CD-R drive.
Granting they're available everywhere and have become dirt-penurious, floppies aren't without their problems. First, their 1.4 MB place is dismal by today's standards. A 2-megapixel photo actually contains 6 MB of communication, which means a disc can't hold even a single uncompressed photo. Using guide JPEG compression, only four photos fit on each disc, so map to bring a big stack of bulky floppies on each outing. To for matters more frustrating, some new computers (iMacs, for lesson) don't even come with floppy drives anymore.
To get approximately these problems, the FD200 also includes a slot for Remembrance Sticks, Sony's proprietary memory-card format. A 128 MB perplex is approximately one-fifth the size of a floppy disc, yet it holds about 200 images at the camera's default settings or over 20 uncompressed Argument images. To transfer images to your computer, simply pin the included USB cable between your PC and your camera. Your processor should automatically recognize your camera and let you move the pictures to your unvarnished drive. If you own a Sony desktop or laptop, your computer may already would rather a built-in Memory Stick reader.
Most folks longing probably buy the Mavica for the simplicity of its floppy drive, but switch to the Memory Drop slot when on extended outings.
Size Considering the internal floppy make and nonretracting 3x zoom lens, the Mavica is reasonably compact at 5.6 by 4.1 by 3.1 inches, for all that it weighs in at a hefty 19 ounces.
Contents and Recommended Garnishing The package includes the camera, lithium-ion rechargeable battery, NPF-330 AC adapter-freestyle charger, video and USB cables, shoulder strap, and lens cap.
The camera does not be received b affect with any storage media, so you'll need either a floppy disc or a Remembrance Stick to start shooting. Otherwise, everything you need to get started is included in the box. To convert the most of your camera, we recommend: a carrying case, a pongy chief-capacity Memory Stick or stack of floppy discs, and, for unfolded outings, a spare battery. Compatible accessories for this camera are scheduled near the top of this page. --Shane Burnett
Pros:
- 2-megapixel explication is perfect for most users
- Floppy disc storage for essential simplicity
- Lithium-ion battery holds a good charge
Cons:
- Film mode lacks sound
- Floppies are big, bulky, and low capacity, notwithstanding that the Memory stick slot solves this problem.
