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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red)

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  • B&H # SODSCTX5R
  • Mfr# DSCTX5/R

Product Highlights

  • Rugged, Ultra-Slim Body (0.7", 17.7mm)
  • 10.2 Megapixels
  • 4x Optical Zoom w/ 25mm Wide-Angle
  • 3.0" Touch Screen Display
  • Waterproof Up to 10' (3 m)
  • High Sensitivity (ISO 3200)
  • SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization
  • iSweep Panorama Mode
  • 720p HD Movies
  • Fast Capture at 10fps

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The sleek and stylish Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red) offers many features that help you take impressive-looking pictures. The camera might be ultra-slim (only 0.7", 17.8mm) but the 10.2 Megapixel Exmor R CMOS chip will allow you to make big prints. The camera performs very well under low lighting via its High Sensitivity mode (ISO 3200), Handheld Twilight mode and Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization.

Fast moving subjects are not a problem since the camera can capture 10 frames-per-second. This, along with Motion Detection that adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when motion is detected, will help ensure that you capture the decisive moment. To really see your subject in motion, the TX5 can capture your videos via the HD Movie mode (720p).

The large 3.0" wide touch screen color display allows easy operation and viewing of images and movies stills, even underwater at depths up to 10' (3 m). The display gives you the ability to select the focus point with a simple touch, scroll through images by sliding your finger across the screen, and one-touch access to the menu. And, shooting in a tight space, the 25mm wide-angle Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4x zoom lens will let you get your shot. Other user friendly features include Intelligent Sweep Panorama, Face Detection, Smile Shutter, Anti-blink, iAudio and many more.

We don't recommend dropping any camera, but don't worry (too much) if the TX5 should slip from your hand; it is shockproof for falls up to approximately 5' (1.5 m) and with its airtight construction it is dustproof as well.

Rugged and Stylish
Just 0.75" (17.7mm) thin, the sleek and stylish TX5 fits the slimmest pocket or purse, yet is waterproof to a depth of 10' (3 m), shockproof from falls up to approximately 5' (1.5 m) and dustproof thanks to its airtight construction. As well, this durable camera can even withstand extreme weather conditions, as it is operable in temperatures from 14 - 104°F (-10 - 40°C).
10.2 Megapixel Back-Illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor
The DSC-TX5 features a 10.2 Megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the camera's Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. In addition, the combined Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processor delivers extremely fast 10fps, Anti-motion Blur, and Handheld Twilight modes.
BIONZ Image Processor
The BIONZ image processor delivers the high resolution and fast performance you expect from a Sony digital camera. Fast processing enables unique Sony features such as Sweep Panorama, Handheld Twilight, Anti-motion Blur, and HDR to take and combine multiple images in less than a second to create wide panoramic images. Images have reduced grain and appear less washed out.
Wide Zoom Display
To use the entire image area of your compatible HDTV screen (sold separately), Wide Zoom display automatically expands standard 4:3 and 3:2 images to 16:9.
Backlight Correction HDR
Shooting high-contrast scenes can often lead to washed out backgrounds and/or details lost in shadow. Backlight Correction HDR helps correct for this by taking two pictures at different exposure settings and processing the best elements of both into a single image for more natural looking shots.
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens with 25mm Equivalent Wide 4x Optical Zoom
The high-performance Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4x optical zoom lens brings distant subjects closer for video recording as well as for outdoor, sports, and travel photos, and close-ups up to just under 0.39" (1cm) from the subject. A 25mm equivalent wide-angle lens allows you to take wider shots of a scene or a group in crowded spaces.
Easy Touch Screen Interaction
The DSC-TX5 offers intuitive functions on the 3.0" (230K pixels) multi-purpose touch screen, such as the ability to select the focus point with a simple touch, scroll through images by sliding your finger across the screen and one-touch access to the Menu. The display also features improved readability with list view and index view.
Card Slots
For convenient storage and sharing of your images, the DSC-TX5 accepts Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media (sold separately) plus SD and SDHC media.
Intelligent AF
Thanks to Intelligent AF technology, capture fleeting moments like a child's adorable expression with the ultra-quick AF which locks focus in as little as 0.3 sec.
Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect camera shake and automatically shifts the lens to help prevent blur without sacrificing image quality.
Anti-Motion Blur Mode
Capture cleaner and sharper images in low light for non landscape shots. When set in Anti-motion Blur mode, the DSC-TX5 captures six images in a fraction of a second with a higher shutter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and eliminate subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
Handheld Twilight
Capture cleaner and sharper night shots without using a tripod. When set to Handheld Twilight mode, the DSC-TX5 captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, you can capture images in low light without flash beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
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, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200) when shooting in Program Auto mode to adjust sensitivity to your shooting conditions.
Scene Modes
The DSC-TX5 features 12 convenient scene modes: High Sensitivity, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, High Speed Shutter, Underwater, Gourmet, and Pet.
Backlight Correction HDR
Shooting high-contrast scenes can often lead to washed out backgrounds and/or details lost in shadow. Backlight Correction HDR helps correct for this by taking two pictures at different exposure settings and processing the best elements of both into a single image for more natural looking shots.
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, removing several function choices and allowing you to focus on just your subject. Since this mode works together with Intelligent Scene Recognition, the camera selects the optimum setting for each scene. In addition, the Easy Shooting mode simplifies Preview mode.
Intelligent (iAuto) Auto Mode
Unlike traditional auto mode, Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode thinks for you, recognizing scenes, lighting conditions, and faces, and adjusts settings resulting in clearer images, faces with more natural skin tone, and less blur. By incorporating advanced features such as Intelligent Scene Recognition, Face Detection technology, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, iAuto mode lets you take advantage of the latest Sony Cyber-shot technology without leaving auto mode. Whether you're shooting landscapes, capturing a beautiful flower, or taking pictures at an in-door birthday party or wedding shower, iAuto mode will optimize your camera's settings to help ensure you come away with a great shot.
Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode
Capture expansive landscapes with Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode. Press shutter and sweep and the camera does the rest, continuously, shooting images and in one second stitching them together. This model even detects faces and moving subjects to stitch intelligently different widths to help avoid subject distortion.
Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode
Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode automatically detects nine different types of scenes and, within just 1/30th of a second, selects the appropriate camera settings: Backlight, Backlight Portrait, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Twilight using a tripod, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, and Close Focus. iSCN has two modes: Auto and Advanced. In Auto mode, the camera takes a single shot using the optimal settings. In Advanced mode, the camera takes a photo with the optimal settings and, if in difficult lighting (low light or back light) immediately takes a second photo with another optimized setting so you can choose which to keep.
Face Detection Technology
Face Detection technology detects up to 8 individual faces and adjusts focus, exposure, and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.
Motion Detection
Motion Detection, along with Face Motion Detection, adjusts ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed when movement is detected, reducing blur in moving subjects and faces.
Smile Shutter Technology
Smile Shutter technology captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply press the Smile Shutter button and the camera does the rest. Intelligent Scene Recognition can now be used together with Smile Shutter mode when the Intelligent Auto mode is on. This means that beautiful smiles can be captured with settings optimized for the particular scene, even in difficult conditions such as twilight and backlighting.
Anti-Blink Function
It's frustrating to think you've captured that perfect shot, only to review it later and discover one of your subjects blinked just as you pressed the shutter. When the camera is set to Soft Snap, the Anti-blink function captures two images, recording only the photo with less squinting or blinking. If a blink is detected in other shooting modes, a warning will be displayed after you take the shot.
High Speed Shooting
The DSC-TX5 can capture full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, helping to ensure that you capture the decisive moment such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, the DSC-TX7 employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.
PhotoTV HD
Bring your photos to life and enjoy highly detailed, high definition images with PhotoTV HD-capable Sony BRAVIA HDTVs. PhotoTV HD fine tunes settings on your PhotoTV HD enabled BRAVIA HDTV, such as sharpness, gradation, and color to display images that look more like printed
In-Camera Retouching Tools
Retouch and enhance your photos on the go with in-camera trimming and Red-Eye Correction functions
PhotoMusic
PhotoMusic combines images with music (4 tracks, 5 minutes per track) to produce fun and entertaining slide shows with standard visual effects (Simple, Nostalgic, Active, and Stylish). Select from pre-loaded tracks on the camera or transfer your own from your compatible computer (sold separately).
Imported music tracks can be up to five minutes long. When using Music Transfer to download music, tracks longer than five minutes will be reduced to five minutes when uploading to the Cyber-shot camera.
Creative Painting Tools
Decorate your photos with words and drawings using the included paint pen or your finger. Have fun using more than 30 stamps and 15 types of picture frames and save new images at up to 5 megapixel resolution.
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.
Lithium-ion Battery
Included lithium-ion battery provides added convenience with longer lasting power than alkaline batteries (capacity of 230 images or approx. 115 minutes).
Includes Sony PMBP (Picture Motion Browser) Software
With the pre-installed Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable software the DSC-TX5 makes it easy to pre-select videos and images in the camera and conveniently upload them from the camera to a compatible PC and popular internet sharing sites without the need for any additional software or install.
Imaging
Resolution 10.2 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.4" CMOS
File Formats Still Images: JPEG
Movies: MPEG-4
Max Resolution 10MP: 3648 x 2736 @ 4:3
Other Resolutions 8.9MP: 3648 x 2432 @ 3:2
7.5MP: 3648 x 2056 @ 16:9
5MP: 2592 x 1944 @ 4:3
3.1MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3
2.1MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9
0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3
Aspect Ratio 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 1
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Also Panorama

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Image Stabilization Optical
Optics
Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar, 12 elements in 10 groups
6 Aspheric
EFL: 4.43-17.7 mm (35mm equivalent: 25-100 mm)
Aperture: f/3.6 (W) - 6.3 (T)
Zoom Optical: 4x
Digital: 5.6x
Focus Range Wide: 0.39" (1 cm) - Infinity
Telephoto: 1.64' (50 cm) - Infinity
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 125-3200
Shutter 2 - 1/1600 seconds 2
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Program Auto (1 - 1/1600)

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Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Multi
Exposure Modes Modes: Program
Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
White Balance Modes Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Manual, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (Day White)
Burst Rate Up to 10 fps at 10 MP
Self Timer 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds 3
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Portrait 1 & 2

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Interval Recording None
Remote Control None
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync
Effective Flash Range Wide: 0.26 - 9.51' (0.08 - 2.90 m)
Telephoto: 1.64 - 7.87' (0.50 - 2.40 m)
External Flash Connection None
Memory
Built-in Memory 45MB
Memory Card Type Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD
SDHC
SDXC 4
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SD/ SDHC/ SDXC class 4 or higher recommended for movie mode

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Still Images per GB JPEG: 155 @ Highest Resolution
Recording
Video Recording Yes, NTSC/PAL
Video
Video Clip Length  Limited by Memory Card Capacity
Audio Recording With Video, Mono
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type None
Screen 3" LCD Touchscreen (230000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0
AV Output
Software Requirements Windows: XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7
Mac: OS X 10.4 or later
Power
Battery NP-BN1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 3.70 x 2.24 x 0.70" / 94 x 56.9 x 17.7 mm
Weight 4.5 oz / 128  g (Camera only)

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SonyCyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red)
 
4.7

(based on 9 reviews)

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (7)
  • Easy to use (7)
  • Good image quality (7)
  • Image stabilization (7)
  • Large clear LCD (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/scenery (7)
    • Travel (7)
    • Family photos (6)
    • Sports/action (6)
    • Low light (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual photographer (5)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (7)

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    4.0

    I would buy this product again!!

    By Dri

    from Brazil

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast/accurate auto-focus
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Good in Low Light
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Small / Compact

    Cons

    • Limited Zoom

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel

    Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

    The size is excellent, the display too... Easy to use. Underwater photos are impressive! The only thing that could be better is the zoom...

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 9
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    5.0

    Great waterproof camera!

    By A380 Captain

    from Philadelphia, PA

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Nice Body Color
    • Small / Compact

    Cons

    • Lag / Shutter Delay
    • Poor Flash

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Video
    • Weddings/Events

    Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

    After searching for weeks, finally i found the camera that meets all my requirements. This is the only pocket size camera that is durable, waterproof, shock resistant and still maintains great quality pictures. The movie quality is also great (HD)! I definitely recommend this camera.

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 9
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    5.0

    I would recommend to family and friends

    By Pistol Pete

    from Memphis TN

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Dust proof casing
    • Easy To Use
    • Fast/accurate auto-focus
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Good in Low Light
    • Great Zoom
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Nice Body Color
    • Perfect size to carry
    • Shock proof upto 5 ft
    • Short Lag Time
    • Small / Compact
    • Water proof upto 10 ft

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Just about anywhere
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

      This product is easy to use. Just like anything you use for the first time, you must read the instructions to better understand the product and its capability. I used this product Dec 24, 2010 through Jan 17, 2011 and I am pleased with the pictures. The Sony DSC TX5 point and shoot was a success during gatherings with family and friends. Taking pictures was a crowd pleaser. My family and friends were amazed with the capability of this point and shoot camera. In my research to choose a point and shoot camera, the price and quality of the Sony DSC TX5 camera is reasonable as compared to other brand names of its caliber. There is still much I have to learn about the features of this camera and its capabilities. I first used the camera's simplest features to take pictures of family, friends, animal companions, sceneries, etc. Also, I used my tri-pod and the Sony's self-timer (2 or 10 seconds) to take group pictures which turned out nicely. Just keep in mind the lighting, the environment; the type of camera used or the novice casual photographer could affect the picture result. I would recommend you consider purchasing one of two accessory kits. The kits for the price plus the camera price I believe are well worth the investment. There are other TX cameras starting from the inexpensive TX1 to the expensive TX7 and TX9. The TX1 is an older model and the TX5, TX7, TX9 are newer 2010 models. As most models goes the more expensive has new features but not necessarily the features that you like from older models. So I bought the TX5 for its water proof up to 10 feet, shock proof dropped from 5 feet, dust proof casing. In addition, I bought the Deluxe Accessory Kit (8GB SDHC card, camera case zips close, extra battery, 2 year SAGEMAX protection plan). I like the idea of the 2 year SAGEMAX protection plan incase my TX5 is damaged. Call BH Photo for details on this plan. Also, for the diver enthusiast, there are two types of Marine Packages that provide protection for your camera use down to 132 feet. Taking the SDHC memory card from the Sony DSC TX5 camera to the Canon portable photo printer is a smooth and easy operation to immediately print pictures. I am pleased with the pictures. Though each picture I print may cost a little more than if I were to go elsewhere to have the prints done; just seeing my family and friends joyous smiles outweighs the extra cost for me to print pictures conveniently right there and now. And last of all, I recommend you purchase a sturdy carrier bag to protect your investment. Make sure you purchase a carrier bag that can hold your camera, battery, cords, supplies, accessories, etc. Overall, I am satisfied with my Sony DSC-TX5 purchased through BH Photo Video and look forward to long term use of this camera.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 10
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      I would recommend to family and friends

      By Pistol Pete

      from Memphis TN

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast/accurate auto-focus
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • Good in Low Light
      • Great Zoom
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Nice Body Color
      • Perfect size to carry
      • Short Lag Time
      • Small / Compact

      Cons

      • Need include picbridge

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Just about anywhere
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

      This product is easy to use. Just like anything you use for the first time, you must read the instructions to better understand the product and its capability. I used this product Dec 24, 2010 through Jan 2, 2011 and I am pleased with the pictures. The Sony DSC TX5 point and shoot was a success during gatherings with family and friends. Taking pictures was a crowd pleaser. My family and friends were amazed with the capability of this point and shoot camera. The price seemed reasonable for this wonderful camera; however, there is still much I have to learn about using this camera and its capabilities. I first used the camera's simplest features to take pictures of family, friends, animal companions, sceneries, etc. Also, I used my tri-pod and the Sony's self-timer (2 or 10 seconds) to take group pictures which turned out nicely. Just keep in mind, like any camera, the lighting and the environment in which the picture is taken could affect the picture result. I would recommend you consider purchasing one of two accessory kits. The kits for the price plus the camera price I believe are well worth the investment. I bought the TX5 for its water proof up to 10 feet, shock proof dropped from 5 feet, dust proof casing. In addition, I bought the Deluxe Accessory Kit (8GB SDHC card, camera case zips close, extra battery, 2 year SAGEMAX protection plan). And last of all, I took pictures with my Sony camera and I used the Canon CP-800 portable photo printer to instantly print pictures. Taking the Sony memory card to the Canon portable printer was a smooth and easy to immediately printing pictures. I am pleased with the pictures. Overall, I am satisfied with my Sony purchase and look forward to long term use of this camera.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 8
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      4.0

      Great camera, but...

      By buc fan

      from north carolina

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • Good in Low Light
      • Great Zoom
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Nice Body Color
      • Small / Compact

      Cons

      • Lag / Shutter Delay

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel

      Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

      I had an old Olympus 790SW and It had great ease of use, however the picture quality left a lot to be desired. The Sony DSCTX5 takes great shots and I like the touch screen features. I'm not wild about the lens cover slide on off feature. I find myself sliding it on and off by mistake. I use it at the beach a lot and it offers more chance for sand to get behind the cover which the instruction manual warns about. I also find myself sliding it on and off to easily during use. In order to plug in and playback you have to open the battery cover and another cover at the same time leaving more room for error and chance of a foreign object getting behind the seals. But over all a great camera.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 7
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      Met all expectations, neat looking too

      By David

      from York, PA

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast/accurate auto-focus
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • Good in Low Light
      • Great Zoom
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Nice Body Color
      • Short Lag Time
      • Small / Compact

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel
        • Wildlife photos

        Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

        Used for: recreational, family photos and work. Plan to use while snowboarding so weather, water, impact resistance important.

        Easy to use....and logical touch screen
        Takes great pictures....exceeded expectations

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        4.0

        Impressive

        By Luci

        from Asheville. NC

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Good Image Quality
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Good in Low Light
        • Large Clear LCD
        • Nice Body Color
        • Short Lag Time
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

        • Limited Zoom

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel

        Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

        I bought this camera to carry in my purse. The dust and shock resistance features were a big selling point for me and the waterproof feature a huge bonus. I have been quite impressed with the speedy way it powers up and also with the amazing low light photos I've taken with it. I have not tested out the waterproof feature yet. The only thing that I think could use improvement would be the zoom. I would love to see a model with a stronger optical zoom.

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        • No

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        5.0

        Super evolution of the Best Pocket Camea

        By Rick

        from Anchorage, AK

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy great pictures

        Cons

        • none

        Best Uses

        • Family or travel

        Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

        Great sharp pictures from the best pocket camera ever, we had one of the first of this camera line when it was 5 mega pixel. This one has HD video, great still shots for ever location with the 25mm wide angle bases on a 35mm film lens. Pan still shots are way cool for inside or out. Fast recycle on shots and the best thing is the sharp Carl Zeiss lens that is covered by the sliding bar that turns on the camera and keeps the lens clean, also the lens is not one that extends or retracks that are prone to be easy to damage. Is water proof and shock proof to five feet. And my sister and wife can figure out the menu.

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        5.0

        Great camera!

        By Marge

        from Fairhope, AL

        Verified Buyer

        Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red):

        I bought this right before a trip abroad. It's small size is great for your bag or pocket. You can almost immediately snap a pic as soon as you turn it on, which is great for capturing the moment before it's too late! One feature I really like is the iSweep panorama. The icing on the cake is that the TX5 is drop proof (up to a meter, I think) and waterproof to 10 feet. The whole reason I needed a new camera is my last one took a swim! I don't believe the TX1 or TX7 are waterproof.

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        Memory Cards

        Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

        Sony -  16GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX (30MB/s)
        • Price: $32.95
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        Batteries & Power

        Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.

        Sony -  NP-BN1 Rechargeable Battery Pack
        • Price: $27.99
         
        Pearstone -  NP-BN1 Lithium-Ion Battery (3.6V, 630mAh)
          • Original: $19.95
          • Save: $1.99
        • Price: $17.96
         

        Bags & Straps

        Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.

        Pearstone -  Onyx 110 Camera Pouch
        • Price: $7.99
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        Screen Protectors

        Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.

        GGI -  Digital Screen Care Kit
        • Price: $7.49
         

        Card Readers

        Download your pictures faster and save battery life.

        GGI -  All-in-One Digital Flash Card Reader
        • Price: $12.95
         
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        What's in the Box

        Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 Still Digital Camera (Red)
        • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (NP-BN1)
        • Battery Charger
        • AV Cable
        • USB Cable
        • Wrist Strap
        • Paint Pen
        • CD-ROM
        • Multi Output Stand
        • 1-Year Parts & Labor Limited Warranty
         
         
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