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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F828 Digital Camera

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F828 Digital Camera

Sony Electronics Inc. is not only committed to being the best at bringing advanced technology together with the needs of the end-user, it is also dedicated to protecting and improving the environment in all areas of the company's operations, while preserving and enhancing the quality of life for employees, customers and neighbors. The company has found that sound environmental behavior is good business. Conserving resources and increasing efficiency reduce pollution and impact the bottom line by lowering costs and saving money. Adding a Carl Zeiss T Lens and an 8 effective megapixel resolution, the Sony DSC-F828 Cyber-shot enhances the picture quality considerably, with color reproduction that is closer than ever to that perceived by the human eye.

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Product Specifications for

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F828 Digital Camera

Image Quality
Max Vertical Image Resolution	2448 pixels
Maximum Frame Rate	2 frames/s (fps)
Max Horizontal Image Resolution	3264 pixels
Video Capture Format	MPEG-1

Lens Features
Max Zoom	14 X
Min Aperture	2 1/f
Min Focus Distance	1.6 ft
Digital Zoom	2 X
Max Aperture	2.8 1/f
Min Focal Length	7.1 mm
Optical Zoom	7 X
Max Focal Length	51 mm

Reference
URL	http://www.sonystyle.com

Shutter Performance
Maximum Shutter Speed	.0005 sec.
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 sec.

Image Processor
Image Sensor Quantity	1
Number of Image Sensor Pixels	8000000
Image Sensor	CCD
Image Sensor Size	.66 in

Dimensions
Weight	29.2 oz
Depth	6.2 in
normalized-Weight	29.2
Width	5.3 in
Height	3.2 in

Other Features
Power Source	Lithium
LCD Screen Size	1.8 in
General Features	Self Timer
Included Components	Carrying Strap\|Lens Cover
Interface Connection	Audio - Out (Unspecified)\|USB - Universal Serial Bus\|Video - RCA Composite Video
Flash Characteristics	Built-in Flash\|Fill Flash

Exposure Controls
ISO Equivalencies	100\|200\|400\|800
Exposure Settings	Aperture Priority\|Auto Exposure\|Manual Exposure\|Multiple Program Modes\|Shutter Priority
Metering Characteristics	Spot
White Balance	Auto\|Manual\|Preset Modes

Storage
Memory Type	CompactFlash\|Memory Stick\|Microdrive

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Most recent User Reviews for

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F828 Digital Camera

Reviewed by: Manwalksintobar

08-12-05

Duration of ownership: 1 Years

Strengths: This digital has it seemingly all down in one package. The Carl Ziess Lens is Top drawer and the ability this model has to reach into wondorous depth of color and visual perception is remarkable.

Weaknesses:I agree , in a small way, with the noise complaint over 100 ISO but the trade offs are many and highly valued. Pop up flash emits poorly flat light. Meant for larger hands.

Overall Evaluation: I have been extremely happy with this product and it beats the Canon hands down in overall functionality. I do wish you could exchange other high quality Ziess Lenses but the ability for depth and detail is powerful. It is a complicated piece of equipment to master, but once having done so, it is a dream and easy to use. Highly Recommend its purchase.
Reviewed by: grizzlie

07-12-05

Duration of ownership: 1 Years

Strengths: Most versatile single lense I've found on any Digital SLR camera. Excellent image quality. Once you've mastered the learning curve it is a very easy camera to operate. Great manual controls.

Weaknesses:Lacking image stabilization. ISO ratings of over 100 produce excessive "noise" in pictures. Poor low light capabilities.

Overall Evaluation: This is the fourth Sony Digital I've owned, and each one has been better than it's predecessor. There needs to be a lot more work done with reference to the ISO settings offered. Anything over 100 in low light will produce unacceptable "noise". A tripod, and a very cooperative subject, are necessary in low light conditions. I do a lot of wildlife photography, and early mornings, or late evenings, are the times of the day when the animals are generally most active. These shots are extremely difficult with the DSC F828. The additional lenses are a waste of money. The 2X telephoto lens can only be used at near maximum magnification, or it is like looking through the barrel of a gun. The wide angle if used with any telephoto at all gives cropping in all four corners of the photos. All this said, it is an excellent camera, with great manual controls, overall the best single lens on the market today, and superb image reproduction. I love the camera, for all it's shortcomings, and have had nothing but compliments on the photos it has produced. If Sony were to improve on the ISO noise problems, and add image stabilization, they'd have a camera that would come out " On Top of the Heap" in the Digital SLR market.
Reviewed by: decankelor

01-11-05

Duration of ownership: 3 Weeks

Strengths: GREAT interface, MANUAL FOCUS RING and manual zoom, AWESOME picture quality, great flash, easy tripod mount... MANY others

Weaknesses:only 7x zoom, no tripod remote included, no anti-shake equipped (as the new nikon coolpix 8800)... all i can think of though!

Overall Evaluation: the Sony DSC-F828 is a must have for a amature or advanced digital photographer! i put in HOURS of research to find this camera, and HOURS AND HOURS of research into the camera itself, and it truly is one-of-a-kind. of the 8MP cameras out there as of now (jan2005), the sony is the only one to offer the pleathora of features that it does. it is the only 8MP camera i have found (aside from the konica minolta) to have a manual focus ring!! this is the best feature of the camera. however, the auto-focus is extremly fast as well. it does appear to have a slight bug in certain modes when the lens is aimed at the sky (i like to take "skyscapes") , the autofocus seems to be unsure of what f-stop to stay at... but no biggie, as soon as you push the shutter half-way, it chooses. i have not had time to play around with the macro functions (so many options! and yet so easy to use!! kudos sony! very user-friendly)... however, the night-settings are probably the camera's 2nd strongest point... the laser-assist is VERY helpful in low light, and i have been able to get good silhouttes in near total darkness as well! (using a tripod, of course) I just can't say enough about this camera... great, pro-feel, all the features, so easy to use... a definate must-have! *also, if you shop-around a bit, you can get the camera for a reasonable price as well.*
Reviewed by: maddogmerrick

10-14-04

Duration of ownership: 3 Weeks

Strengths: Excellent lens and usability

Weaknesses:Image stabilizer would be nice

Overall Evaluation: I was going to buy the Canon Digital Rebel until my mate who is a professional photographer advised me to go for the Sony 828 and I am glad I listened to him. To buy the Digital Rebel and the equivalent lenses on the Digital Rebel will cost 3 times as much as the 828. Also they are much larger in size and heavier. The Sony takes excellent sharp images, produce good detail and colour. All the stuff on the internet about purple fringing and high levels of noise are well over exagerrated. I have so far only taken 500 shots and noticed 1 photo with purple fringing. Noise on photos taken at ISO64 and 100 are very low and not really noticable. I think this camera has unfairly received bad reviews cos people simply focus on very minor issues and not look at the bigger picture. For goodness sake, put away your stamp collection, railway set and wellington boots! - Stop being such a techno geek. The 828 is a great camera and I am very pleased with my purchase.
Reviewed by: alella

09-02-04

Duration of ownership: 1 Months

Strengths: Fine opticsGreat zoom rangeImpressive resolution

Weaknesses:Color rendition a bit dull

Overall Evaluation: We have been extremely pleased with this camera. After years of good digital cameras with cheesy optics, it is great to have a quality lens again - and one with an impressive optical zoom. The camera feels great in your hands, and operation is intuitive. Image quality is fantastic. Lots of extras are included, including fun items like very functional MPEG recording, and the infrared night scope.My only minor complaint would be that color rendition - especially with the built-in flash - is sometimes a bit dull compared with the Kodachrome-like saturation of other cameras from Fuji, etc.On balance, I highly recommend this camera. If you are a serious amateur photographer who has felt a bit cheap using previous generations of digitals, this camera will bring a smile to your face.