Sony DSC-W210 Reviews: Cybershot Digital Compact Camera

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This digital camera is a good all rounder. “Easy to use, good quality pictures, lots of settings to help you achieve the…” Anonymous verified purchaser View all 115 real customer reviews

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2.7" Screen, 4x optical zoom, Memory Stick Duo storage More »

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115 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
93% of people recommend it.

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Build Quality	9.0
Ease of use	9.0
Features	8.7
Image quality	9.2
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.8
Overall rating	9.0

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Anonymous verified purchaser , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ Overall a fantastic camera - so easy to use & qiuck to take pictures - unlike other slim cameras that don't take within 15 seconds! Slim line

- Haven't come across any

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15 of 17 people found this review helpful

purchased 21 Jun 2009

deb, north east , “Point & shoot”

Score 9.0/10

+ Very easy to use

- zoom not as good as previous camera

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15 of 20 people found this review helpful

purchased 12 Apr 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Point & shoot”

+ great picture quality for money. easy to use . batteries last ages....a problem had with previous cameras

- none excellent value

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

purchased 16 Jul 2009

Libby, Sheffield , “Point & shoot”

Score 9.0/10

+ the battery life is magnificant if you leave it on charge until after the light indicates it's fully charged. with some tinkering (no image review etc) the battery managed to last the whole of two festivals with some picture reviewing in between.
the picture quality is great once it has focussed; and i am still fascinated as to how it can tell people are smiling to take a picture!
the camera is reasonably light, nothing too chunky that is becomes an inconvience. fits nicely into my clutch back for a night out also!
No need to install software to upload, simply connect the lead and look under My Computer to enter its memory.

- the zoom picture quality can be quite grainy if you are unable to keep the camera perfectly still whilst taking the shot.
the camera can take quite some time to reload as such, in between shots. some special moments were missed!
the dial moves round very easily. i ended up taking about 6 videos on first use, with many "why isn't it taking?" moments.

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 07 Aug 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ Easy to use.

- Reviewer left no comment

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 21 Jul 2009

Rob, Reading , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ ease of use.

- none so far.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 10 Aug 2009

Denise, Orpington , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ Usual Sony quality - great view screen, easy to use.

- None

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 25 Aug 2009

lyn, hartlepool , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ user friendly -easy for ordinary photographers like myself

- would have been nice to have had carrying case with it

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purchased 07 Oct 2009

Terry, Worcester , “Point & shoot”

Score 8.0/10

+ lots of "controls"
good pic quality
easy to use

- it is a problem sometimes seeing the screen in bright sunshine
it is a worry if dropped

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purchased 11 Sep 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Point & shoot”

Score 10.0/10

+ easy to use
perfect results

- none

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purchased 06 Oct 2009

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Product Features

Camera Type	Compact
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	12.1

Optical Zoom Ratio	4
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	2.7
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital Zoom Ratio	8
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Face Recognition	Yes
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Image Stabilisation	Optical Image Stabiliser
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Multi
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	Memory Stick Duo
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media Format	Memory Stick Duo Pro
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	Yes
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	No
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Dimensions (mm)	56.5x95.2x21.8
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	117
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Series	Cybershot
The name the manufacturer has given to this model’s range.
Resolution (Pixels)	4000x3000
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/1600
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	0.25"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f2.8-5.8
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
In-Built Memory (MB)	15

USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.

Also known as: Cybershot DSC-W210, SONY DSCSW210S, Sony, Sony DSCW210G, Sony DSCW210P, Sony DSCW210S, Sony digital, W210, Sony DSCW210, SONY DSCW210B.CEH, SONY DSC-W210S

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Manufacturer's Description

Smart shooting that’s so easy to use

Compact, stylish and easy to use. Enjoy very high quality images plus serious features like Smile Shutter, Wide angle lens and Intelligent Scene Recognition for fuss-free results.

Don’t worry about the right settings

It can be hard judging the best camera settings to use in tricky situations like twilight portraits and sun-drenched backlit beach scenes. Intelligent Scene Recognition automatically adjusts exposure and other settings, helping you achieve better-looking results with less effort.

Pack more into every scene

Dramatic landscapes, architectural shots, interiors and even family scenes can produce disappointing results when a scene gets cut off at the edges. A wide angle lens lets you pack more into the picture without having to stand further back from the subject.
Beautiful portraits made simple

Now it’s easy to capture beautiful, smiling portraits of friends and family. Enhanced Face Detection automatically adjusts camera settings for clear, crisp results with natural skin tones. Smile Shutter fires the shutter automatically when your subject smiles to capture those happy moments.

Enjoy the show

Here’s a great way to add an extra dimension to enjoying your precious pictures and clips. View colourful, dynamic ‘slideshows’ on the camera screen, with exciting transitions and a choice of music tracks. Or connect to your HD television for a view of the big picture.

Big, beautiful pictures on your HD TV

Why not show off your pictures in more style? Connect your camera to any HD Ready television and enjoy a big, beautiful view of your pictures that everyone can enjoy. If your BRAVIA TV supports PhotoTV HD, you’ll enjoy even incredibly lifelike HD images, packed with detail and vibrant colours.

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