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Silver Cyber-shot S950 Digital Camera

Model number:

DSC-S950

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
Series highlights: 10.1 megapixel, 4x optical zoom lens, 2.7" LCD, Face Detection, SteadyShot™ image stabilization, Scene Selection modes, high sensitivity ISO 3200.

ADDITIONAL IMAGES:

10.1 Megapixel Super HAD™ CCD Image Sensor:

A powerful 10.1 megapixel 1/2.3” Super HAD™ CCD image sensor helps you capture gorgeous images with superb contrast and clarity down to the finest detail. With 10.1 megapixels, you can create stunning, photo-quality prints up to A3 size, or crop your images and still come away with high resolution shots.

Face Detection technology:

Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, and exposure to deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.

Scene Selection modes:

Choose from six convenient Scene Selection modes to quickly adjust for specific shooting conditions, including Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Landscape, Soft Snap, Snow, and Beach.

Function Guide:

This beginner-friendly optional function helps navigate through the various functions and settings displaying the description of chosen functions or settings on the LCD screen.

Multi-purpose Resize function

The Multi-purpose Resize function lets you change the aspect ratio of an image right in the camera, so you can adjust images as necessary, whether you want to display them on a compatible HDTV3, e-mail them or upload them to a blog (PC with internet connection required).

2.7" LCD display1 (230k pixels):

A large 2.7” (230K pixels) LCD display1 features sharp, natural color that makes it easy to compose shots, read menus, and view photos.

High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200):

High ISO allows for faster shutter speed, so you can take photos indoors or in low light without the need for a flash. In addition to High Sensitivity Mode (ISO), you can select up to seven ISO settings (Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200) when shooting in Program Auto Mode to adjust sensitivity to your shooting conditions.

Histogram display:

Histogram display gives you more control over your images with the ability to optimize exposure adjustments for better detail in both light and dark areas of a photo.

In-Camera Retouching Tools:

Retouch and enhance your photos on the go with in-camera Trimming and Red-Eye Correction functions.

Picture Motion Browser ver. 4.0:

Sony® PMB (Picture Motion Browser ) software2 provides a simple, easy-to-use way to transfer video and still images to your PC, as well as sort, edit, and output to data disc and the Web (PC with internet connection required). Finding your images with PMB is easy with Calendar view and Face Search. Face Search allows you to filter by faces (one or many) and also a specific person’s face. Share images and videos on popular sharing sites with Media Services function.

4x Optical Zoom Lens:

4x optical zoom lens captures sharp images, even from a distance, and enables close-up shooting up to just under 2” (5cm) from the subject.

SteadyShot™ digital image stabilization:

SteadyShot™ digital image stabilization compensates for camera shake and helps prevent blur by capturing two photos at high shutter speeds and combining them into a single crisp, clear image.

Easy Shooting Mode:

With Easy Shooting Mode, even beginners can take great photos. In Easy Shooting Mode, easy-to-understand basic instructions are displayed on the LCD screen and the camera switches to all automatic settings so you can just take the picture without worrying about settings.

Lithium-ion battery:

Included lithium-ion battery provides added convenience with longer lasting power than alkaline batteries.

Direct Playback Button:

Direct Playback Button provides one-touch ability to review images while shooting, or quickly start up Playback Mode from power-off status.

Product Specifications

Drive System

  • Drive Mode : Normal, Burst
  • Self-timer : Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off)
  • Shutter Speeds : Auto(1/4 - 1/2,000) / Program Auto(1" - 1/2,000)
  • Burst Mode : Approx. 1 fps(Maximum 100 shots)

Focus Control

  • AF Modes : 9-Area Multi-Point AF, Center AF, Focus Preset (0.5m / 1.0m / 3.0m / 7.0m / Unlimited distance)
  • AF Illuminator : No

LCD Display

  • LCD Type : 2.7"1 LCD (230K Pixels)
  • Histogram : On / Off

Recording

  • Media Type : 12MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo™ Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media.
  • Still Image Max Effective Resolution : 10.1MP
  • Video Resolution : 320(QVGA, 320 x 240, Approx.30fps)
  • Microphone/Speaker : Yes/ Yes

Viewfinder

  • Type : No

Advanced Features

  • Face Detection : Yes - 8 faces
  • In-Camera Editing : Trimming, Red Eye Correction
  • NightFraming System : No
  • NightShot® Infrared System : No

Exposure System

  • Metering : Yes
  • Scene Mode(s) : Auto / Easy / Program Auto / High Sensitivity / Twilight / Twilight Portrait / Soft Snap / Landscape / Beach / Snow
  • D-Range Optimizer : No
  • ISO : Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
  • Noise Reduction : No
  • Creative Style : Normal / Sepia / B&W
  • White Balance Mode : Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent 1 / Fluorescent 2 / Fluorescent 3 / Incandescent / Flash

Imaging Sensor

  • Imaging Sensor : 1/2.3 type(7.70 mm) Super HAD™ CCD

Optics/Lens

  • Aperture : Auto(F2.5 / F5.1(W), 2 steps) / Program Auto(F2.5 / F5.1(W), 2 steps)
  • Optical Zoom : 4x
  • Digital Zoom : Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off
  • Total Zoom : 8x
  • Smart Zoom® Technology : 5M:Approx.5.6x(Total), 3M:Approx.7.1x(Total), VGA:Approx.22x(Total), 16:9(2M):Approx.7.6x(Total)
  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : 5.8-23.2mm
  • Filter Diameter : N/A
  • Lens Construction : 7 elements in 6 groups (including 1 aspheric elements)
  • Macro Mode : Auto Macro / Macro On

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts & Labor

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : W x H x D: 3 3/4" x 2 1/4" x 15/16" (93.1mm x 55.7mm x 23.8mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 4.8 oz. (135g)

Convenience Features

  • Red-Eye Reduction : Auto / On / Off
  • Date / Time Stamp : No/ No
  • Erase/Protect : No
  • Media/Battery Indicator : Yes
  • Power Save Mode : Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity)

Flash

  • Flash Modes : Auto / Flash On / Slow Syncro / Flash Off
  • Flash Coverage : ISO Auto: Approx.0.5 - Approx.3.5m(W) / Approx.0.5 - Approx.1.5 m(T), ISO3200: up to Approx.7.0 m(W) / Approx.3.0 m(T)

Interface

  • SD Output : Dedicated A/V Cable & Designated USB Cable
  • USB Port(s) : Yes -supports USB 2.0
  • PictBridge Compatible : Yes

Power

  • Battery Type : Lithium-Ion NP-BK1
  • Battery Capacity : 3.6V, 960 mAh

Software

  • Supplied Software : Windows: Picture Motion Browser Vers 4.0 (Mac not supported)
  • Operating System Compatibility : Microsoft® 2000 Professional, XP Home and Professional; Macintosh® OS 9.1/9.2/OS X (10.1-10.5)

In the Box

  • Wrist Strap
  • Dedicated USB Cable
  • Rechargeable Battery - NP-BK1
  • Picture Motion Browser
  • Battery Charger - BC-CSK / BC-CSKA
  • Dedicated A/V Cable

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VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. Viewable area, measured diagonally.

2. Requires Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP SP2, or Windows Vista. Not supported by Mac OS.

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