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Sony DCSU20/B Cyber-shot 2MP Digital Camera (Black)

Sony DCSU20/B Cyber-shot 2MP Digital Camera (Black)

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Features:
  • 2.0 megapixel CCD sensor captures images up to 1,600 x 1,200 pixels for prints up to 8 x 10 inches
  • Ultracompact body, weighs just 4 ounces
  • Includes 8 MB Memory Stick
  • Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port
  • Powered by two rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries (included)


Description:

Sony has now made capturing spontaneous moments even easier with the diminutive Cyber-shot DSC-U20. Measuring a mere 3.38 by 1.19 by 1.63 inches and weighing just 4 ounces, the ultracompact, black-bodied DSC-U20 enables you to carry it comfortably in your pocket, your purse, or around your neck. Capturing spontaneity is a snap thanks to its state-of-the-art technology and ease of use. And with its 2-megapixel resolution, you can enlarge photo prints up to 8 by 10 inches.

Optics and Resolution
The DSC-U20 features a 2-megapixel progressive-scan Super HAD CCD sensor--bumped up from the 1.3 megapixels of its sibling DSC-U10--which captures images up to 1,600 x 1,200 pixels. The DSC-U20 offers a fixed-focus 5mm/f2.8 lens (or a 33mm equivalent in a 35mm camera) that has no optical or digital zoom capability. It features a three-area multipoint autofocus and four-step manual focus with auto macro.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on Memory Sticks, and an 8 MB card is included, which will store approximately 15 images. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB storage class connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the DSC-U20 can also record MPEG movie clips (without audio) of up to 15 seconds. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.

More Features

  • Fast start-up time and convenient slide-open lens cover
  • 1-inch, 64 KB pixel transflective LCD viewfinder with battery indicator
  • Built-in flash with through-the-lens (TTL) pre-flash metering and red-eye reduction
  • VGA burst mode captures up to five 640 x 480 frames at 2 frames per second
  • Selectable soft snap, illumination snap, and nature scene modes
  • Selectable sepia, solarize, black and white, and negative art modes

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by two rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries (included). It measures 3.38 by 1.19 by 1.63 inches and weighs 4 ounces. This package includes the Cyber-shot DSC-U20 digital camera, 8 MB Memory Stick, rechargeable NiMH batteries (model NH-AAA-DI), battery charger (model BC-CS1 NiMH), USB and AV cables, neck strap, and CD-ROM with Pixela ImageMixer for Sony v1.0 imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

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