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Sanyo DSC-MZ3 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Sanyo DSC-MZ3 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Sanyo DSC-MZ3 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 manual and always important Sanyo DSC-MZ3 lens which makes the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Sanyo DSC-MZ3 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Sanyo DSC-MZ3 kit or bundle, is the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Sanyo DSC-MZ3 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
DSC-MZ3 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Street Price |
$491.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2002-08-21 |
| Date Available |
2002-09-20 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Operating System |
Windows |
| Weight |
210 g
7.3 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
99 x 55 x 33 mm
3.9 x 2.2 x 1.3 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2000x1496, 1600x1200, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
640x480, 320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
2.11 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
37 - 111 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
Up to 5x at 160x120 |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Normal Focus Range |
50 cm to Infinity
20.4 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
10 - 50 cm
4.1 - 20.4 in |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.7 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.7 (wide) / f/4.9 (tele) - ??? |
| Lens Thread Type |
None |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real-Image Optical Zoom |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
100% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
110000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
31.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
6 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, 5 presets |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Longest Shutter Time |
16 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/2500 |
| Exp Adj Range |
1.8 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Area, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
4 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Reduction |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1, CompactFlash Type 2 |
| Other Memory Types |
IBM Microdrive |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Movie File Format |
QT PhotoJPEG with mono WAV |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
No |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
Sound, DC In |
| Included Software |
Software Pack 6.2 CD-ROM |
| Performance Timing |
Cycle Time Max Res |
1.2 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
15 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
15.0 |
| Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
30.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
30 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
40 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
Proprietary DB-L10 |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
DB-L10 Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Street price estimate of US$491 base on announced Japanese price of ¥58,000, and ignores exchange rate fluctuations, sales taxes and duties.
Can function as a webcam under Windows XP via the USB connection. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Sanyo DSC-MZ3 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Sanyo DSC-MZ3 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Sanyo DSC-MZ3 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Sanyo DSC-MZ3 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Sanyo DSC-MZ3 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Sanyo DSC-MZ3, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 camera or Sanyo DSC-MZ3 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Sanyo DSC-MZ3 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Sanyo DSC-MZ3 powergrip digital camera.
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