Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue)
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Sony's Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue) goes where you go--to the beach, swimming, skiing, biking--with never a worry, because the TX10 is dustproof, waterproof (to 16'/4.87 m)), freezeproof (to 14°F/-10°C) and shockproof from falls as high as 5'/1.5 m. Not only is it tough as nails, the TX10 also takes gorgeous 16.2MP high-resolution photos and full 1920 x 1080 HD video, with its wide-angle 4x 25-100mm (equivalent) zoom lens. The CMOS sensor gives you high speed, high resolution and amazing low-light sensitivity with superb clarity and greatly reduced grain.
The bright 3" LCD monitor (with 921K-dot resolution) makes it easy to compose your shots and check them during playback. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and sensitivity up to 3200 ISO eliminate blurry pictures due to low light conditions. The Superior Auto mode recognizes 33 scenes for photographs and 44 scenes for movies, and supplies the optimal settings for each one of them. You can even shoot 10 full-resolution images in 1 second with high-speed shooting technology.
There are plenty of creative effects available too: 3D and 3D Sweep Panorama, Background Defocus (perfect for portraits with a professional look), and many more. For flattering pictures of friends and family, Soft Skin, Smile Shutter, and Anti-Blink modes give you the best pictures time after time. Superior Auto mode automatically and intelligently recognizes 36 different scenes and instantly supplies the best settings for each one.
- Rugged and Stylish
- This camera is just as much at home in the water as on a night on the town! The sleek and stylish TX10 fits the slimmest pocket or purse, yet is waterproof to a depth of 16', shockproof from falls up to approximately 5' and dustproof thanks to its airtight construction. This durable camera can even withstand extreme weather conditions, as it is operable in temperatures from 14 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Seamlessly shifting from underwater marvels to a night on the town, the TX10 always makes it easy to get the best shot!
- 16.2 Megapixel Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS Image Sensor
- The DSC-TX10 features a 16.2 megapixel "Exmor R" CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the camera's Sony G 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 up to 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 1080i movie modes.
- Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens W/25mm (Equivalent) Wide Angle 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 Focus shoots close-ups within a 0.5" of the subject. A 25mm equivalent wide-angle lens allows you to take wider shots of the scene or group in crowded spaces.
- 3.0" XtraFine LCD Display
- 3.0" (920K) XtraFine LCD technology gives you brilliant-quality still images and movies with easy focus.
- Full HD 1080/60i
- Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60i in 1080 Full HD. This provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your HD TV.
- Background Defocus
- DSLR photographs are often beautiful because they blur the background, putting the emphasis on your subject. Now our point-and-shoot cameras can deliver this signature DSLR benefit. The system takes two shots, identifies the background and applies a defocused background keeping the subject crisp and clear.
- 3D Still Image and Panorama
- Produce awe-inspiring images with 3D still image and 3D Sweep Panorama capabilities. Photos will take on a new dimension of creative capabilities for viewing the world in a whole new way.
- High-Resolution iSweep Panorama Mode
- With high resolution iSweep Panorama mode just press the shutter, pan the landscape and let the camera do the rest. It automatically links together each frame to produce a high resolution panoramic image providing the ability to zoom in on small details. This model even detects faces and moving subjects to stitch intelligently different widths to help avoid subject distortion.
- Superior Auto Mode
- Get cleaner, more dynamic pictures and fewer missed shots. The camera automatically recognizes the correct scene mode, then quickly shoots and combines up to six shots to produce images with greater clarity, optimum dynamic range using backlight correction HDR technology and lower image noise using 6 shots layering technology. Superior Auto intelligently detects 33 scenes for still images and 44 scenes for movies, making it easy to get the best shot.
- Backlight Correction HDR
- Don't miss a single detail in high contrast shots. The built in backlight correction analyzes the image and automatically adjusts accordingly to give you a perfectly lit shot. Backlight Correction HDR helps correct for this by taking three pictures at different exposure settings and processing the best elements of each into a single image for more natural looking shots.
- High-Speed Shooting
- The DSC-TX10 can capture full 16.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, helping to ensure that the decisive moment is captured such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, the DSC-TX10 employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.
- Sweep Multi Angle Mode
- In Sweep Multi Angle mode, the camera takes 15 images at different angles as it sweeps across the scene. By tilting the camera during playback, the camera's Gyro Sensor detects motion and displays the image in a 3D-like view on the camera's LCD.
- Digital Zoom
- Capturing the right shot at the right moment has never been so easy. Digital zoom brings you right close up to the action so you can get that perfect shot, every time.
- Natural Flash
- Conventional point-and-shoot camera flash shots just don't capture colors the way the eye sees them. Natural Flash mode takes a reference shot without flash and then uses that reference to correct the color, for far more lifelike images.
- 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.
- Face Detection Technology
- Sony's Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.
- Soft Skin Mode
- Portrait subjects will love the results. Soft Skin mode recognizes skin tones and reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles without affecting the rest of the shot.
- 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. You can also select adult and child priority and indicate the degree of Smile Detection Sensitivity. Intelligent Scene Recognition can be used together with Smile Shutter mode. 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.
- HDMI Output
- The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a compact audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. HDMI connects digital audio/video sources such as a compatible camcorder, Blu-ray Disc player, a personal computer, a video game console, or an AV receiver to a compatible digital audio device and/or video monitor such as a digital television (DTV). Easily connect your Cyber-shot camera via HDMI cable to any compatible HDMI compatible device to easily enjoy and upload your content.
- TransferJet Technology
- TransferJet technology, developed by Sony and advanced and promoted by a consortium of 18 other companies, allows you to transfer up to ten files between two TransferJet enabled devices just by touching their TransferJet logos together, without the hassle of hunting for cables or the complication of pairing.
- 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.
- 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-TX10 captures six images in a fraction of a second with higher shutter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and dramatically reduce subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras.
- Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software Ver. 5.5
- Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD using an external DVD burning device (sold separately), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites (such as Facebook and Sony's Personal Space site).
- Includes Sony PMB Portable software
- With the pre-installed Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable 5.5 software the DSC-TX10 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.
- Compatible with PC and Mac Systems
- The Full HD video captured with the DSC-TX10 can be used with the provided Picture Motion Browser software for PC and iMovie (sold separately) for Mac systems.
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 16.2 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 16.8 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CMOS |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: AAC |
| Max Resolution | 16MP: 4608 x 3456 @ 4:3 |
| Other Resolutions |
10MP: 3648 x 2736 @ 4:3 5MP: 2592 x 1944 @ 4:3 0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3 12MP: 4608 x 2592 @ 16:9 2MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar, 12 elements in 10 groups 6 Aspheric (35mm equivalent: 25-100 mm) Aperture: f/3.5 (W) - 6.3 (T) |
| Zoom |
Optical: 4x Intelligent Zoom: 5.1x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 0.39" (1 cm) - Telephoto: 19.69" (50 cm) - Infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | 125-3200 |
| Shutter | 2 - 1/1600 sec |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Program Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 0.33 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Underwater |
| Burst Rate | Up to 10 fps at 16.2 MP for up to 10 frames |
| Self Timer | 2 Sec, 10 Sec |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 0.26 - 12.14' (0.08 - 3.7 m) Telephoto: 1.64 - 8.86' (0.5 - 2.7 m) |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Memory Card Type |
Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo SD SDHC SDXC |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 3" LCD Rear Screen (921000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 HDMI A (Full Size) |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating 14 to 104 °F (-10 to 40 °C) |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | NP-BN1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.74 x 2.20 x 0.71" / 9.5 x 5.6 x 1.8 cm |
| Weight | 4.16 oz / 118 g Camera Only |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 18 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (15)
- Compact (13)
- Large clear LCD (13)
- Great resolution (9)
- Good in low light (8)
Cons
- Lag / shutter delay (4)
- Limited zoom (4)
- No viewfinder (3)
- Short battery life (3)
Best Uses
- Travel (13)
- Family photos (10)
- Video (8)
- Low light (6)
- Sports/action (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Casual photographer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12), Yes (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Impressive
I bought this for my children (2.5 & 5yr) for them to use, especially in the water. I had to choose between the Sony DC-TX10, Olympus TG-810 and the Panasonic ...Read complete review
I bought this for my children (2.5 & 5yr) for them to use, especially in the water. I had to choose between the Sony DC-TX10, Olympus TG-810 and the Panasonic TS-3/FT-3. It was a tough call, because the Sony had the best overall features (ultra compact, CMOS sensor, 1080p video @ 60fps, 921k dots screen, 3.0" screen) but lacked a little on the "toughness". No one seemed to complained about the picture quality. And from the way my children navigate seamlessly through an iPhone, the touch-screen on the DSC-TX10 was a great advantage.
When I started charging the battery, I was a little disappointed at the fact that Sony does not use a standard micro USB port on the camera, but a proprietary connector (which means one extra cable to carry along).
At first, start-up seemed slow, but after entering in the date & time, start-up and lag time is very reasonable.
Picture quality is great for a little hand-held, and the videos were very nice and clear. Playback of video is very impressive on the camera, an experience I didn't have with other cameras. I also love the fact that videos adjust for exposure during recording, and you have the ability to zoom, something you cannot do with other brands.
I took the camera to the pool, and was impressed with the picture & video quality both over and under water. It was really fun watching the underwater videos. After the pool, I rinsed the camera with fresh water, and left it to dry. I did not open the gaskets until the camera was completely dry.
The camera has an "Easy Mode" which hides away most of the settings - great when I hand over the camera to the kids.
The touch screen does what it does well (not as good as an iPhone). Sometimes there's a lag, but still useable.
The camera survived several drops from about 2-to-3 ft. and one drop from a 12-steps stairs when my son decided to roll the camera onto the stairs. No signs of damage, but the paint has chipped off in areas where the camera was dropped.
Battery life seemed reasonable with stills, but is drained much quicker when taking HD videos.
Overall, I'm very happy with the purchase. The camera is a little tougher than it seems, but certainly not as tough as its counterparts. Excellent pictures & video quality, and decent value for money.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Touchpanel cannot be operated underwater
I bought this waterproof camera for marine leisure with my family. Most of the operation should be done by touch panel. However, the touch panel cannot be operated underwater. It was cleary stated ...Read complete review
I bought this waterproof camera for marine leisure with my family. Most of the operation should be done by touch panel. However, the touch panel cannot be operated underwater. It was cleary stated in the manual page 8. Furthermore, touch panel may activated by water splash, and Sony recommends to deactivate touch panel operation even near water.
It is disappointing if you consider to use this camera near the water.
The unique features with Sony, such as sweep panorama, sweep muti-angle 3D are great.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Battery Life
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Complicated Controls
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- No Viewfinder
- Poor in Low Light
- Touchscreen unresponsive
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Swimming pool
- Travel
- Underwater
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
This is a great little camera. It's fun all around camera. Pictures are decent. Video is great, and underwater performance has exceeded my expectations.Reviewing both pictures and videos on the rear LCD screen is a lot of fun too, especially amongst friends and family. It's super clear.I've also used the HDMI out to play back pictures and videos on a large screen and was extremely satisfied.Problems: Overall operation is slow. If [video] lag time is important to you, look elsewhere. The touchscreen response is somewhat (very?) disappointing. It skips quite often. Esp. after using an iPhone/iPodTouch/iPad/etc, the touch screen performance of this camera is a joke.The camera is not at all "tough" - the front sliding screen feels very flimsy for a "shock proof" camera. If you want tough, consider the Panasonic DMC-TS, Olympus Tough, or perhaps the Nikon AW cameras.After 5 months of use, my LCD touch screen became completely unresponsive. (This happened suddenly during a trip.) The only thing I could do is take pictures, videos or review the last picture. I could not play video, change settings or perform any other function that required touching the screen. (Luckily, I had the video setting on HD before the LCD became unresponsive.)I sent the camera for Sony to repair (under warranty), but Sony responded with an estimate that exceeded the price I paid for the camera, stating that there was a "cosmetic damage" on the front of the camera.Yes, there is a little scratch but this camera was supposed to be "Certified Shockproof : Yes (1.5m MIL-STD810F Method 516.5-Shock)". Besides the LCD touchscreen being unresponsive, the camera is in perfect working condition. No drops, nicks or scratches whatsoever.Long story short, Sony has decided to void my warrenty. Luckliy, though, I bought this camera from B&H which gladly took care of me - no questions asked.So 2 stars for the camera, and 5 stars for B&H.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I purchased Sony TX-10 as gift to my friend. She said that she loves the camera! She very much like the clear camera lens and the panoramic view. The steel blue color looks very cool and hype!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I use the camera or for sports and outdoor activities. Still learning all the features and what the camera is capable of. Fingers are a little fat for some of the icons with the touch screen. The zoom isnt the best but ok.
- Ease of Operation:
- 6
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
Bought this for a trip to Costa Rica and was really impressed with the photo quality - amazing flash range, nice zoom, clear pictures, and HD video. Was never submerged but did get wet in the rainforest with no noticeable effects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I was looking for a compact and more child proof camera with a faster shutter speed to capture my child on the go. I was not sure what to get, but received this camera as a gift. I could not be happier! I love it and all its features, and is able to capture my little one on the go so much nicer than my old camera. Plus is it so compact it fits in my purse and goes everywhere with me...I love it!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
Its a great camera, especially for this price. takes decent shots at night aswell, and high ISO is good fun with a tripod!!
ALso takes great videos, stereo sound is decent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
perfect pic.good under water camera.love everything about this camera
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Underwater
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
she work's very good underwater!!!! and the pictures is wonderfuls
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
This is MUST have for people who loves outdoor activities. It packed with everything you need in one little camera/camcorder with greater quality compare to other comparable camera. I used to own various Olympus Stylus waterproof cameras, but the quality and technology won't even come close. Sony Cyber shot used to have under power flash issue, when object exceeds 5 ft away. This camera eliminates the use of flash in most of occasion because you can still have good quality picture even in the low light condition, because it has higher ISO capability. The only down side is the processing speed is little slow, it takes 3 second before you can take another shot, other than that I love the build-in technology and would recommend to anyone.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
Easy to use. Slips in any pocket easily. Nice pictures. Haven't used underwater yet. But for the money, alot of great options.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Slow touch screen
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
This product is amazing overall ... loved the color, as soon as i took it out of the box it just i fell in love with it.
very easy to use!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Can fit in pocket
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Long Battery life
- Nice Body Color
- Nice underwater pics
- Short Lag Time
- Water and Sand proof
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- No Viewfinder
- To thin hard to hold
- Touch Screen poor respons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Outdoor photos very nice
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I bought this camera for my husband because the last 2 he ended up braking the lense and the other he fell in the creek for only a second and it was destroyed.
We tried it underwater and it takes great photos. Love that I don't have to worry about water damage anymore. Also takes great photos outdoors. Like that it's small and can fit in the pocket. Don't like the touch screen. It is not that easy to select the different settings. You also have to becareful not to get your finger in front of the lense because it is such a thin camera.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
The camera is great & the video/movie function is good with very clear play back, panoramic function is simple & easy to use but the best feature is that camera is water proof & you can still use various functions under water. The gourmet setting is good for taking food photos.
A negative would be that when you have it on a high resolution setting it takes some time to process the photo that you just took. And not as simple as other cameras to down load the photos.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Proprietary Connector
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Children's Camera
- Snapshots
- Travel
- Underwater photography
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I bought this for my children (2.5 & 5yr) for them to use, especially in the water. I had to choose between the Sony DC-TX10, Olympus TG-810 and the Panasonic TS-3/FT-3. It was a tough call, because the Sony had the best overall features (ultra compact, CMOS sensor, 1080p video @ 60fps, 921k dots screen, 3.0" screen) but lacked a little on the "toughness". No one seemed to complained about the picture quality. And from the way my children navigate seamlessly through an iPhone, the touch-screen on the DSC-TX10 was a great advantage.
When I started charging the battery, I was a little disappointed at the fact that Sony does not use a standard micro USB port on the camera, but a proprietary connector (which means one extra cable to carry along).
At first, start-up seemed slow, but after entering in the date & time, start-up and lag time is very reasonable.
Picture quality is great for a little hand-held, and the videos were very nice and clear. Playback of video is very impressive on the camera, an experience I didn't have with other cameras. I also love the fact that videos adjust for exposure during recording, and you have the ability to zoom, something you cannot do with other brands.
I took the camera to the pool, and was impressed with the picture & video quality both over and under water. It was really fun watching the underwater videos. After the pool, I rinsed the camera with fresh water, and left it to dry. I did not open the gaskets until the camera was completely dry.
The camera has an "Easy Mode" which hides away most of the settings - great when I hand over the camera to the kids.
The touch screen does what it does well (not as good as an iPhone). Sometimes there's a lag, but still useable.
The camera survived several drops from about 2-to-3 ft. and one drop from a 12-steps stairs when my son decided to roll the camera onto the stairs. No signs of damage, but the paint has chipped off in areas where the camera was dropped.
Battery life seemed reasonable with stills, but is drained much quicker when taking HD videos.
Overall, I'm very happy with the purchase. The camera is a little tougher than it seems, but certainly not as tough as its counterparts. Excellent pictures & video quality, and decent value for money.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I bought this camera for my girlfriend for her 6 month post-college trip. After helping her test it out and get used to it, we both realized how powerful it was and were amazed at the high quality pics and video that the camera delivered. Unfortunately, it was stolen from my girlfriend in Switzerland two weeks after I bought it. I knew it was too good to be true.
Anyways, this is a great camera and I highly recommend it for the seasoned traveler as well as the average consumer who likes to take amazing pictures.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Limited Zoom
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I mainly use the TX10 for casual photos, I am no professional. It takes good-quality pictures and HD video without me having to do anything at all. The images are candid, sharp and have good color representation, even when taking pictures at night with the flash, which is amazing. I also love the touchscreen, although sometimes it can be a bit more slow than conventional buttons. Haven't tried it underwater yet, but that't another great perk. The only thing not so great about it is the time it takes from turning it on to actually taking the first picture - about 5 seconds, which is not that much, but is enough to miss great photo material. If you need speed that much, this is not for you. Zoom is also nothing to write home about (4x), but this is a very compact machine, so you can't expect much. Overall, it is a great machine.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I owned about 3 sony cybershots. I have to say this one is one of the best (obviously it combines all the latest technologies). The picture comes crispy clear as well as video. I haven't tested the waterproof, shockproof etc function, for me these features are for peace of mind, in case accident happens.
Pros
- Dustproof
- Shockproof
- Sweep multi-angle
- sweep panorama
- Waterproof
Cons
- Relatively slow operation
- Touch panel in water
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 Digital Camera (Blue):
I bought this waterproof camera for marine leisure with my family. Most of the operation should be done by touch panel. However, the touch panel cannot be operated underwater. It was cleary stated in the manual page 8. Furthermore, touch panel may activated by water splash, and Sony recommends to deactivate touch panel operation even near water.
It is disappointing if you consider to use this camera near the water.
The unique features with Sony, such as sweep panorama, sweep muti-angle 3D are great.
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