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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 manual and always important Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 lens which makes the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 kit or bundle, is the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
DSC-P31 |
| Camera Format |
Ultra Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Street Price |
$207.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-05-03 |
| Date Available |
2002-04-30 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Weight |
231 g
8.1 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
Yes |
| Size |
106 x 58 x 40 mm
4.2 x 2.3 x 1.6 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1600x1200, 1600x1072, 1280x960, 640x480, 320x240 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3, 3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
2.11 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/2.7" |
| Movie Audio |
No |
| Quality Levels |
2 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
33 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
Non-Zoom |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
3x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
Auto 3-Area Contrast Detect |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
Yes |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus Steps |
5 |
| Normal Focus Range |
10 cm to Infinity
4.1 in to Infinity |
| Min Aperture |
f/8.0 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.8 - 8.0 |
| Lens Thread Type |
None |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.6 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
61000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
5.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
5 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Longest Shutter Time |
2 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Multi-Pattern, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Auto w/ red-eye reduction, On, On w/ red-eye reduction, Off |
| Flash Range Description |
1.3 - 12.5 feet (0.4 - 3.8 meters) |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
Memory Stick |
| Memory Included (MB) |
8.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
None |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Movie File Format |
MPEG, Animated GIF |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Included Software |
Pixel ImageMixer v1.0 |
| Performance Timing |
Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
16.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline disposable, NiMH Rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
2 x AA NiMH Rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Has integrated automatic lens cover.
12-bit DXP. Manual focus has 5 steps, autofocus has three areas selected automatically by the camera. AF illuminator light can be turned on/off manually. Has "auto macro" mode, minimum focusing distance unspecified. Shutter speeds of 1/2 to 2 seconds available in Slow Shutter NR mode only. Shutter speeds in auto are 1/30 to 1/1000 second. Has Clear Color and Luminance NR modes (flatten noise in areas of uniform color/luminance). Sharpening level can be adjusted +/- 2 steps in 1-step increments. Flash level can be set to auto, high or low. LCD backlight can be turned on/off and is adjustable. Shows shots taken and remaining, and battery life remaining. Can capture a burst of 16 consecutive frames at 320x240 pixel mode, speed unspecified. Clip motion mode captures an animated GIF file at 160x120 or 80x72 pixel resolution. Playback zoom allows display of images at 1.1 to 5x zoom. Has in-camera MPEG cue review and divide features, as well as image trimming/resizing. Maximum MPEG file length is limited only by available flash memory.
Supplied battery charger is part number BC-CS1. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 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. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 camera or Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P31 powergrip digital camera.
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