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Sony CyberShot DSC-P71 (3.2MP 2048X1536 3X Optical, 2X Digital, 16 MB) (Sony-DSCP71)
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More…| Overall rating | 75 |
| Image quality | Good |
| Ease of use | Good |
| Features | Very good |
| Effective pixels at maximum true resolution | 3.2 megapixels at 2048 by 1536 |
| Bundled media | 16MB Memory Stick |
| Focal range (35mm equivalent) | 39mm-117mm |
| Aperture range | f2.8 to f8 |
| Shutter speed range (seconds) | 2 seconds to 1/2000 second |
| Viewfinders | Optical viewfinder, 1.5-inch LCD |
| Video/audio recording | Yes (MPEG)/No |
| Exposure and focus modes | Three program modes; manual focus |
| Optional lenses | None |
| Software | Pixela ImageMixer |
| Battery score | Good |
| Battery life | 334 shots, 116 minutes |
| Battery type | Two rechargeable NiMH AA |
| Support policy score | Good |
| Support policies | One-year parts and labor warranty, toll-free support for 13 hours on weekdays |
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P71
CyberShot DSC-P71 (3.2MP 2048X1536 3X Optical, 2X Digital, 16 MB) (Sony-DSCP71) Review, by Tracey Capen April 23, 2002
WHAT'S HOT: In view of the DSC-P71's 3X optical zoom and 3-megapixel resolution, its price of $399 is very attractive. And thanks to its solid, compact design, it easily fits into a coat pocket or small bag. Built into the camera is an auto-focus illuminator--a short-range beam of light that helps the camera focus in dark settings. Many of Sony's models offer this feature, but other vendors' cameras rarely do.
The DSC-P71 also gives you flexible battery options: Two rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries and an external charger are included in the box, but you can use disposable AAs if necessary. Battery life is surprisingly good for a camera with just two 1.5-volt batteries. The nickel metal hydride cells lasted for 334 shots on a single charge in our tests.
WHAT'S NOT: Our quibbles with this model are minor. The 1.5-inch LCD color display is relatively small, as is the menu text, which makes the menus harder to read than on competing cameras.
WHAT ELSE: The DSC-P71 we tested produced photos of average quality, based on our lab tests. Most of our daylight test shots looked accurately exposed and showed true colors, with pleasing shadings and skin tones. Our flash shot, on the other hand, had an orange tint, and our still-life image was slightly greenish, indicating that the camera may have difficulty producing accurate white balance. But we also took some informal flash shots that looked fine. The overall sharpness of the Sony's images was acceptable, though not as sharp as we saw from the Olympus C-3020 (which we tested at the same time).
Like most point-and-shoots, the DSC-P71 has few frills. It shoots MPEG video clips but does not record sound. And your exposure control options are limited to full automatic, plus just three scene modes: twilight, twilight portraits, and landscape. A menu-based exposure value option gives you some latitude for adjusting to difficult lighting.
Thanks to its simple features, the Sony is relatively easy to use. A four-way thumb button enables you to navigate the menus--and doubles as a shortcut button for changing the flash mode, starting the self-timer, reviewing shots, or switching to macro focus. In macro mode, 4 inches away is the closest you can get. That translates into photographing an area about the size of an audiocassette tape.
Sony offers relatively few add-on options for this model. Though no accessory lenses are available for the DSC-P71, Sony says that a water-resistant case is in the works. The company bundles Pixela's ImageMixer 1.0 software for managing images, making cards, and performing simple fixes to your shots. It does these tasks adequately but feels slow and isn't especially intuitive to use. You'll probably want to upgrade to a better imaging application such as ArcSoft's collection of imaging editing applications or Roxio's (formerly MGI's) PhotoSuite.
UPSHOT: Consider this camera if you're looking for a compact, solidly built point-and-shoot. The DSC-P71 is especially good if you're more interested in grabbing a nice shot than fiddling with controls.
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Reviewed by: benonijeanpierre
Strengths: It takes beautiful and clear pictures and Zoom very far and nicely...
Weaknesses: It's Bulky, It takes time to put flash on, Zoomed pictures have less value and it takes alot of time in the dark...also video has no sound.
Overall: IT's okay but no sound botherd me...and it is kind of big. but other then that is has a great value im just going to Upgrage to the newer version...
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Reviewed by: patsmccarthy
Strengths: Very easy to use, inexpensive for a full feature 3.2MP, paid only $349 and had a hard time finding one. The negatives are crap. Easy to download on a real computer. BUY ONE !!! ENJOY !!!
Weaknesses: NONE,
Overall: Love the clarity, softwear is great to use, perfect for all levels. Searched for the best price for a week, bought at Target, they had one! The case has a great feel of strength, comes with a charger and 2 batteries. Buy a 4 pack for back up, they were only $12.95. The Lexar Media card reader is the easiest/fastest way to go. Software is fantastic and even lets you "switch" instantly to black and white for that classic look. 10 times better than my Nikon, lighter, faster, far better pictures, 3 1/2 years newer and almost half the price. I have had Sony products last over 15 years, get one.
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Reviewed by: ruf1080
Strengths: This camera is perfect for the person who wants a point-and-shoot.It also makes a great first time camera Picture quality is good.The negative reviews do not accuratly depict this camera.(see below)
Weaknesses: The only weakness is that it is a little slower to auto focus in dark settings. Another weakness is that the largest memory stick is the 128mb.(see more below)
Overall: I have owned this camera for over a year now. It is the best camera for the money, in the entry-level 3 megapixel range. I purchased it for $400 and that included a 128mb sony memory stick. Although, I just bought a lexar 128mb for $20. Those negative feedbacks are mostly not true, with the exception to the personal stories.(there are defective cameras out there) 1) The image quality is not poor,it is good. Some of the hues are a bit saturated. It is most apparent when pitures are taken with lots of green on a sunny day. 2) As far as the build quality, it seem to be excellent. It is made of very durable plastic that will hold up, even after a few drops on the floor. 3) It is true that the zoom is a bit noisy compared similar cameras, but it is not in any way overbearing. 4) The time it takes to turn on is average compared to many of the competitors. 5) The 4-way button is a little tricky to master, but I had no problem after about a week 6) As for the flash, I find the red eye flash to be irritating because of the "2 step" flash. I find that when the red eye is off, the flash seems to work the the fastest. And when red eye is off, it is NOT slow. 7) Oh, and that thing about not being able to get a fast moving object in focus is partly true. If you are using auto focus, it is very hard to get it in focus, but if you set the ISO to 400, you should get almost every shot in focus. Auto focus light is a plus Buy the NEW Sony P72, uses memory stick pro (up to 1GB)
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Reviewed by: JFig
Strengths: DOESN'T BREAK VERY EASY, EVEN TAKING PICTURES OF MYSELF
Weaknesses: IT DOESN'T MATTER HOW MANY PICTURES I TAKE OF MY SELF I STILL CAME OUT UGLY
Overall: NICE LOOKING CAMERA, IT WORKS VERY GOOD BUT I AM STILL NOT 100% HAPPY BECAUSE SO FAR EVERY PICTURE I HAVE TAKEN OF MY SELF STILL CAME OUT UGLY AND I LOST HOPE OF ONE DAY THIS BEAUTIFULLY CAMERA WILL MAKE ME LOOK HANDSOME....ANY ADVISE? IF SO, PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT UGLYBOY@HOTMAIL.COM. HOPELESS-ME
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Reviewed by: aungmno
Strengths: Best LCD
Weaknesses: none
Overall: This is the first digital camera I have ever own. I took the photos during the day and nights. The output meets my expectation. The images are very sharp. The best option I like is the LCD screen. The screen resolution is very high.
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