Sony Debuts a New Cyber-Shot Camera That is Heavy on Features Yet Light on the Pocket Book
05 January 2006 - 12:20PM
PR Newswire (US)
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- (CES Booth #14200) --
There is more to consider when purchasing a digital still camera
than pixels and price. Sony's new Cyber-shot(R) DSC-S600 model
offers that and more. The new camera features six-megapixel
resolution and a precision Carl Zeiss(R) Vario-Tessar lens with a
3x optical wide-angle (31 - 93 mm) zoom, which is much wider than
other cameras in its class, so everyone is sure to be in the shot.
It has an advanced feature set engineered to deliver focused,
properly exposed pictures in a snap. "In addition to its impressive
six megapixels, it's a camera with intelligence, helping you to
capture every special moment without concern about complex camera
settings," said James Neal, director of digital imaging products at
Sony Electronics. Sophisticated Controls for Better Pictures For
only about $200, the camera offers a combination of advanced
features. It offers sophisticated auto exposure and focus controls
that work transparently behind the scenes for a seamless camera
experience. Sony's multi-pattern measuring function gauges incoming
light by examining 49 points across the frame. With multi-point
auto focus, the camera intelligently evaluates five different focus
areas and selects the best focus setting for the subject instead of
the background. Sony goes even further by adding high-light
sensitivity (up to IS0 1000) to the model, allowing for higher
shutter speeds in low-light conditions and reducing the chance of
blurred images. With higher sensitivity, you can shoot in available
light for more natural exposure or in settings where flash is not
permitted, such as museums. When you do need flash photography,
this same sensitivity actually increases the camera's flash
effective range to 33 feet -- significantly greater than previous
models in its class. Tools for Added Convenience This compact,
ultra-portable camera is ready to capture pictures whenever the
moment strikes. Powered by Sony's Real Imaging Processor(R)
circuit, this Cyber-shot model boasts a quick start-up, fast
shot-to-shot times, and long battery life -- up to 460 shots per
charge using rechargeable NiMH batteries. The camera fits
comfortably in your hand and has a large, two-inch LCD screen for
easy viewing and image sharing. For those moments when a simple
still picture does not capture the entire mood, the DSC-S600 model
captures 640x480 VGA-resolution MPEG video at 30 frames per second
that is perfect for viewing on your television. It is equipped with
32MB of internal memory so that you can start shooting as soon as
the camera is out of the box. The camera's capacity can be easily
expanded with an optional Memory Stick Duo(TM) media card or Memory
Stick PRO Duo(TM) card, now available in capacities up to two
gigabytes. More Ways to Enjoy Cyber-Shot Cameras The camera's image
resolution is ideal for making high-quality prints. Simply connect
the model to a Sony DPP-FP50 digital photo printer and print from
the convenience of your own home. You can even create postcards or
calendars using the printer's supplied software. With Sony's
ImageStation(R) online photo service, you can expand your options
to print tens or even hundreds of pictures, create online photo and
video albums, or make customized gifts from coffee mugs and photo
books to calendars and T-shirts. The Cyber-shot DSC-S600 camera is
available now online at Sonystyle.com, at Sony Style retail stores
(http://www.sonystyle.com/retail), and at authorized dealers
nationwide. Pre-orders begin today at http://www.sony.com/S600 It
is supplied with two AA alkaline batteries, a USB cable, wrist
strap and CD-ROM software. Options include an accessory kit
(ACC-CN3TR) for about $40, an AC Adapter (AC-LS5K) for about $40,
and a tripod (VCT-R100) for about $35. DATASOURCE: Sony Electronics
Inc. CONTACT: Yolanda Hunt-Boes of Sony Electronics Inc.,
+1-858-942-4714, , or Joslyn Beloff of Burson-Marsteller,
+1-212-614-4664, , for Sony Electronics Inc.
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