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Sony DSC-V1

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Brand Sony 2004
Model DSCV1.CEH, DSC-V1
Released Year 2004
Type Digital Cameras
Series Cyber-shot
Color Silver
Optical Zoom 4x
Optical zoom 3x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-V1 is a high-end digital camera introduced in 2004, equipped with a 5-megapixel 1/1.8" CCD sensor offering high image quality. It features a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 3x optical zoom lens with a focal length range of 7.7-23.1mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, providing excellent sharpness and color rendition. The camera's shutter speed ranges from 30 seconds to 1/2000 second, enabling versatile shooting conditions from low-light to fast action. It supports both manual and automatic exposure modes along with a comprehensive range of white balance options. The viewfinder is an electronic type with a 235,000-dot OLED display, aiding precise framing. Additionally, the camera includes a 2.0-inch TFT LCD screen for image review and menu navigation, and supports CompactFlash Type I cards for storage.

Specifications

MPN DSCV1.CEH, DSC-V1
UPC 0027242621459
Model DSC-V1
Digital Zoom 4x
Battery Type Lithium-Ion
Color Silver
Connectivity USB
Features USB 2.0 Compatibility, Built-in Speaker, Histogram Display, Not Interchangeable Lenses, Audio Recording, Date/Time Stamp, With Tripod Mount, Brightness Control, Digital Noise Reduction, DPOF Support, Multi-Picture Burst, Print Image Matching
Series Sony Cyber-shot
Optical Zoom 4x
Depth 2.23in
Width 3.92in
Item Weight 9.52 Oz.
Height 2.57in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-1.5"-Color
Exposure Compensation ±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 800, Iso 400, Iso 200, Iso 100
Sensor Type Super HAD CCD
Shooting Modes Frame Movie Mode
Macro Focus Range 10cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 34-136mm
Special Effects Black & White, Sepia, Negative Art, Solarization
Camera Flash Features Flash OFF!, Af Illuminator, Slow Sync, Flash +/- Compensation, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Manual
Focus Adjustment Autofocus & Manual Focus, Manual, Automatic
Operating System Supported Apple Mac Os 9.1, Microsoft Windows 98SE, Mississippi Windows 98, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows ME, Apple Mac Os 8.5.1, Mississippi Windows XP, Mississippi Windows ME, Microsoft Windows 98, Apple Mac Os 8.6, Apple Mac Os 9.2, Microsoft Windows 2000, Mississippi Windows 2000, Mississippi Windows 98SE, Apple Mac OS 9, Apple Mac Os X
Expansion Slot 1X Memory Stick PRO
MAX Shutter SPEED 1/2000 Sec
Sensor Size 1/1.8in
Display Size 1.5in
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Still Image Format TIFF, JPEG
Microphone Operation Mode mono
Display Rotation Built-In
Digital Video Format MPEG1
Screen Size 1.5in
Light Sensitivity MAX 800
Type Point & Shoot
Maximum Resolution 5.0MP
Optical Viewfinder Type Real-Image Zoom
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 5.0MP
Exposure Metering Multi-Segment, SPOT, Center-Weighted
Min Shutter SPEED 30 Sec
MAX Video Resolution 160x112
Additional Features Built-In Speaker, USB 2.0 Compatibility, Histogram Display, Not Interchangeable Lenses, Date/Time Stamp, Audio Recording, With Tripod Mount, Brightness Control, Digital Noise Reduction, Dpof Support, Multi-Picture Burst, Print Image Matching
Flash Type Built-In Flash
Effective Flash Range 0.4m-3.5m
Exterior Color Silver
Microphone Type Microphone-Built-In-Electret Condenser-mono
Connector Types 1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X DC Power Input, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Beach/Snow, Portrait Mode, Landscape, Twilight Mode, Twilight Portrait, Fireworks, Hawaii-SPEED Shutter
Flash Modes Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode, OFF! Mode
Red-Eye Reduction Yes
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Optical, Optical (Through-The-Lens)
Supported Flash Memory Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO
Released 2004
Sensor type 1/1.8-inch CCD
Effective pixels 5.0 megapixels
Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar
Optical zoom 3x
Focal length 7.7 - 23.1 mm
Aperture range f/2.8 - f/4.8
Shutter speed 30 sec to 1/2000 sec
ISO sensitivity ISO 100, 200, 400, 800
Focus system Manual and autofocus with macro mode
White balance Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent
Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder, 235,000 dots OLED
LCD screen 2.0 inch TFT LCD
Image formats JPEG, RAW
Storage media CompactFlash Type I
Battery Sony NP-FM55H rechargeable battery
Weight Approximately 480 grams (with battery and card)
Dimensions 116 x 75 x 66 mm

Key Advantages

The Sony DSC-V1 offers excellent image resolution for its time with a 5MP sensor and a high-quality Carl Zeiss lens. It provides flexible manual control over exposure, focus, and aperture, attracting enthusiast photographers. The camera supports RAW image capture for greater post-processing flexibility. Its shutter speed range and ISO options adapt well to various lighting conditions. The electronic viewfinder with high resolution improves framing accuracy. Robust construction combined with a solid set of features made it a professional-grade compact camera in the early 2000s.

Limitations

Compared to modern standards, the DSC-V1 lacks features such as live view on the LCD for composing shots. The 3x optical zoom, while sharp, limits telephoto capabilities. Its bulk and weight are higher than typical compact cameras, making portability less convenient. Battery life is moderate, requiring spare batteries for extended use. The autofocus system can be slower in low light compared to newer cameras. Video recording is not supported, which limits multimedia use.

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