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Sony DSC-F707

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Brand Sony 2001
Model CYBERSHOTDSCF505V
Released Year 2001
Type Digital Cameras
Series Cyber-shot
Color Silver
Optical Zoom 5x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F707 is a high-end digital camera launched in 2001, featuring advanced Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with a 5x optical zoom and a large 5.0 megapixel CCD sensor for its time. It utilizes a swivel-style mechanism, allowing flexible positioning of the lens independent from the body, enhancing creative shooting angles. The camera employs a range of manual controls and an electronic viewfinder, bringing DSLR-like handling to a compact digital form. It supports multiple exposure modes including program, aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual, suitable for enthusiast photographers. The DSC-F707 also incorporates a mechanical anti-shake system to reduce blur from camera shake. It records images in JPEG format and has compatibility with SmartMedia memory cards for storage.

Specifications

Maximum Aperture .
Digital Zoom 10x
Screen Size 1.8 in
Custom Bundle No
Color Silver
MPN CYBERSHOTDSCF505V
Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Series Cyber-shot
Type
  • cybershot
  • Digital SLR
Model
  • DSC-F707
  • DSC-F505V
Connectivity USB
Optical Zoom 5x
Features
  • Date/Time Stamp
  • Auto Focus
  • Built-in Flash
  • Movable Lens
  • Mpeg Movie Hq
Country/Region of Manufacture Japan
Item Weight 16.75 Oz.
UPC Does not apply
Camera Type Digital Compact Camera
Release Year 2001
Sensor Type CCD
Sensor Resolution 5.0 megapixels
Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
Lens Aperture f/2.0-f/3.5
Focus System Autofocus and Manual Focus
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual
Shutter Speed Range 30 sec to 1/2000 sec
Image Stabilization Mechanical Anti-Shake
Viewfinder Electronic Viewfinder
LCD Screen 1.8 inch TFT color LCD
ISO Sensitivity ISO 100-400
Storage Media SmartMedia card
Weight Approx. 470 g (including battery and card)
Dimensions Approx. 140 x 88 x 120 mm
Video Recording Not supported
Image File Format JPEG
Maximum Resolution 3.3 MP

Key Advantages

The Sony DSC-F707 offers outstanding image quality with its 5.0 MP CCD sensor and premium Carl Zeiss lens.

The unique swivel lens design provides versatile shooting perspectives uncommon in compact cameras.

Manual controls and an electronic viewfinder appeal to more advanced users seeking creative flexibility.

Mechanical anti-shake technology helps in reducing image blur due to hand movement.

Compact form factor combined with professional features make it a pioneering bridge camera of the era.

Compatibility with SmartMedia cards allows expandable memory for storing numerous high-resolution photos.

Limitations

The camera's relatively slow startup and shot-to-shot times limit speed for action photography.

The LCD screen resolution and size are modest compared to modern standards, impacting image review quality.

The battery life is limited and requires proprietary rechargeable batteries, which can be challenging to replace.

No video recording capability, restricting multimedia use.

Uses now obsolete SmartMedia storage cards, which are less accessible today.

Relatively bulky and heavier than typical compact cameras due to advanced features and swivel lens assembly.

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