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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 manual and always important Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 lens which makes the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 kit or bundle, is the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
DSC-S85 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$899.00 |
| Street Price |
$500.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Date Available |
2001-07-31 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Operating System |
Win98, ME, 2000, MacOS 8.5.1+ |
| Weight |
423 g
14.8 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
Yes |
| Size |
125 x 52 x 65 mm
4.9 x 2.0 x 2.6 in |
| Warranty in Months |
3 |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2272x1704, 2272x1520, 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240, 160x112 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3, 3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
4.13 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
34 - 102 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
Contrast Detect |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
Yes |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus Steps |
13 |
| Normal Focus Range |
50 cm to Infinity
20.4 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
4 - 50 cm
1.6 - 20.4 in |
| Min Macro Area |
62 x 47 mm
2.5 x 1.8 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/8.0 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.0 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.0 (wide) / 2.5 (tele) - f/8.0 |
| Lens Thread |
52 mm |
| Lens Thread Type |
Body Threads w/ adapter |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real-image optical zoom type |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
83% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
100% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.8 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
123000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
5.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
4 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One Touch |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
8 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Center-weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
10 |
| 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 Default ISO (meters) |
3.0 |
| Flash Range Description |
1 - 9.8 feet (0.3 - 3 meters) |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Ext Flash Connection |
HVL-F1000 external flash sync |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
Memory Stick |
| Memory Included (MB) |
16.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG, GIF |
| Movie File Format |
MPEG, Animated GIF |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Included Software |
MGI PhotoSuite v8.1, PhotoSuite SE v1.1, VideoWave III SE, USB Driver SPVD-004 |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
6.6 seconds |
| Shutdown Time |
6.2 seconds |
| Play -> Record |
1.3 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
10.5 seconds |
| Record -> Play (min res) |
6.4 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Man. Focus |
0.8 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Prefocus |
0.2 seconds |
| Cycle Time Max Res |
4.2 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
4.0 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
3 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
1.4 |
| Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
16.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
60 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
5400 |
| Download speed, KB/second |
414.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
NP-FM50 InfoLithium M |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium Ion |
| Batteries Included |
NP-FM50 Lithium Ion |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
14-bit A/D conversion. Sharpening can be adjusted (5 levels). Flash level can be adjusted (auto, high, low). LCD backlight can be enabled/disabled and level adjusted. Has InfoLithium Acu-power meter to show battery life remaining in minutes at current power drain. Has 320x240 pixel 'email' mode. Can record voice memos to accompany images. Movies can be recorded in MPEG EX (160x112/320x240, 8fps up to card capacity) or MPEG HQ (320x240, 16fps w/ 10KHz audio, 5/10/15 second clip length). MPEG movies can be replayed and split into multiple movies in-camera. Playback zoom is variable 1.1 - 5x. Images can be cropped/resized in-camera. Clip motion mode creates 160x120 or 80x72 pixel Animated GIF file with 10 frames at 0.5 second intervals, and can use flash. Text mode records black-and-white GIF still image. Exposure bracketing mode captures 3 images, with exposures varied by 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0EV. Battery life rated at 90 minutes or 2500 images. AC adapter also recharges battery in-camera. Bundled with battery, AC adapter, video cable, USB cable, shoulder strap, lens cap w/ strap, 16MB MemoryStick. Optional accessories include LCM-SX semi-soft carrying case, LCS-CSC soft carrying case, ACC-CSS starter kit (soft case, battery, 8MB MemoryStick), VCL-MHG07 0.6x wide lens, VF-R52K neutral density filter kit, VAD-S70 filter adapter ring. Warranty is 90 days labor, one year parts. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 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-S85 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 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-S85 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85, 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-S85 camera or Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 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-S85 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-S85 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 powergrip digital camera.
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