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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717
$170.00
Released October, 2002
The Pros:Functions as an excellent upgrade to the Cyber-Shot 707 model - performs much faster while incorporating a host of updated software features and improved hardware components. Burst-style image modes help to capture fast-paced, spontaneous content - gives users a better chance of attaining a usable still image than the manual modes. Handles exceptionally well in bright light environments - great for outdoor shooting, especially on the beach and amongst other reflective surroundings.
The Cons:Not ideal for capturing spontaneous action shots - shutter speed may be too slow to capture fast-paced, unplanned content. Doesn't work well with Sony lenses - most components add a considerable amount of weight to the unit while significantly reducing light response. Subtle, transparent light levels are difficult to capture effectively - not recommended for users who frequently shoot sunsets, rainbows or sky shots in general.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 is a digital camera released as an upgrade from the original DSC-F707. It too features a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with a 5x optical /2x digital zoom, and a 5MP CCD. However, it adds along a larger 32MB memory stick, improved AF, shorter shutter lag, faster startup time, and improved AWB.
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Plus the newly added multi-burst mode lets the user capture 16 320x240 frames as part of a single 1280x960 image that plays back sequentially. There’s also a live histogram that displays the number of pixels at each luminosity to evaluate exposure. Like its predecessor, the unit is limited to 320x240 videos (besides multi-burst) and 2560x1920 stills. Included is infrared illumination and an infrared filter for taking photos in complete darkness.
Features
- Digital Camera
- Upgrade from DSC-F707
- Larger Memory Stick
- Improved AF
- Shorter Shutter Lag
- Faster Startup Time
- Improved AWB
- Multi-Burst Mode
- Live Histogram Display
- Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens
- 5x Optical Zoom / 2x Digital Zoom
- Low-Resolution Video Capture
- Low-Resolution Gif Creation
- High-Resolution Still Capture
- Night Shot Infra-Red Illumination
Specifications
- Still Resolution: JPEG Up to 2560x1920
- Video Resolution: MPEG-EX Up to 320x240
- Animated GIF Resolution: Up to 160x120
- Compatibility: Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP Home/Pro
- Compatibility: Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2
- Connectivity: USB
- Memory: Included Memory Sticks (16MB)
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Pros & Cons
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Functions as an excellent upgrade to the Cyber-Shot 707 model - performs much faster while incorporating a host of updated software features and improved hardware components
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Burst-style image modes help to capture fast-paced, spontaneous content - gives users a better chance of attaining a usable still image than the manual modes
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Handles exceptionally well in bright light environments - great for outdoor shooting, especially on the beach and amongst other reflective surroundings
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Moveable lens/LCD screen control is a major selling point - provides users with true flexibility, especially when shooting things substantially taller than they are
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Not ideal for capturing spontaneous action shots - shutter speed may be too slow to capture fast-paced, unplanned content
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Doesn't work well with Sony lenses - most components add a considerable amount of weight to the unit while significantly reducing light response
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Subtle, transparent light levels are difficult to capture effectively - not recommended for users who frequently shoot sunsets, rainbows or sky shots in general
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Relocated zoom control is not conducive to focused, accurate shooting - sometimes difficult to locate, possibly requiring the user to take their eyes off the subject
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