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2022-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Simple is sometimes better and cheaper

It is a handy, easy to use, no frills technical gadget that is always ready to use. The price easy on the wallet.

SoCal g.

2022-06-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little Camera

We boought it to take pictures without a flash when using!

JJANIELSEN

2022-06-03T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Hopeless Battery Life and poor picture quality

Very disappointed with this camera, the battery life was so poor that it ended up being left behind when I went out as it would be dead before the evening was over. Bought for me as a present to replace a different make one, the pictures were also of inferior quality. Ultimately it's very rarely been used!

Wilkyman

2022-05-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little camera

Purchased this a couple of weeks ago and found it very simple to set up and get going. Its neat shape and size makes it easy to carry around and it takes excellent, sharp pictures. Very pleased.

BG78

2022-05-05T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Fairly easy to use

Follows on nicely from my Kodak camera which seems to be unable to take photos any more. Handy to use and fairly straightforward. It was helpful to have a little guide book to go with the camera.

SVDavies

2022-04-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

perfect small camera

This was bought to replace an aging camera . It was easy to setup and takes great pictures

juney

2022-03-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

easy to use and failsafe

I bought this camera about a month ago as a replacement for another small digital camera that I had had for 15 years, this is easy to use and produces excellent results, I would like to be able to customise the features a little The battery does not last more than 100 pictues and it should last 200

Philipgs

2022-03-18T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Sony - DSCW800B camera

I got this about three and I'm not happy at all with it.

Marine1955

2022-03-11T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

too many sounds for every function

I just purchased this camera, I'm not sure I will keep it

sagg99

2022-02-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

SONY in my ppocket

In my work as an architect I use my Sony to photograph sites for new projects, interiors for my remodeling projects and to record progress of construction. The camera is light weight, fits in my pocket, rugged and produces high quality photographs in very different lighting conditions. I love it!

JB23z

2022-02-14T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Compact size

The camera is a nice compact size. I purchased this as a replacement for another camera. I liked the easy-to-use design. The menu is easy to navigate. The auto-focus can be a bit tricky but I've only used the camera a few times since I purchased it. The optic zoom is very clear. The video and audio quality are also good. This would be a great camera when on the go due to it's portability. I will add that depending on your ISO settings or lighting/environment you may need to adjust your image settings to capture the best picture.

vanessa6297

2022-01-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

Great product I will definitely recommended for anyone looking for a cheap camera to get

Effizzy

2022-01-12T10:08:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Meets my needs well. High recommendation.

As advertised, exactly what I wanted. Small, Lite, easy to use controls, takes a decent picture. The 'Easy' control setting means you just pick it up and shoot. No 5 million options to adjust. The camera has 20 megapixels which is very adequate and the optic 5X and mechanical 5X telephoto gives you a nice range. One small downside: the flash does not carry far, but its ok. My use is for family photos and mostly around the world travel photos. I bought an extra battery & charger. I bought a small hard side case for travel protection. Adorama was one of the few places stocking this in demand camera. Get it, it's good.

BLAKE W.

2022-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this camera

This replaces one we wore out. love the small size, great photos, ease of use, battery life.

frankcia

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Compact Camera

I bought this camera about 2 months ago, it?s a great little camera to use, and takes great shots very pleased with it

Paul67B

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Compact Camera

I bought this camera about 2 months ago, it?s a great little camera to use, and takes great shots very pleased with it

PaulB68

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Picture This...Brilliantly

A great little camera. Just what I was searching for after much debate. It takes great pictures and films. Plus, for a total novice is so easy to use. Also, importantly, it is compact and fits in a pocket so I can carry it anywhere and everywhere for those things that memories are made of. I never give 5/5 or 10/10 reviews on anything because that then makes the product perfect. I don't think anything ever is but can't really think of a fault with this camera so it gets as close to a 5 star review as I can give.

Ian I.

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

"How good is this Product?"

I find my camera useful because it uses optical zoom lens and it only takes JPEG pictures with limited features.

Peter R.

2021-10-06T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

pictures

It took a little while to work out all features but once I had it is great, I especially like the panoramic feature, this will be good when I get to go on holiday again.

ruin l.

2021-09-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Neat little camera, great pictures

Recently purchased and as a beginner, haven't explored everything yet. There's a lot to learn, but so far....so good!

Joanie46

2021-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good features

Bought this camera a few weeks ago to take some photos at a wedding. It is easy to use and takes good pictures.

scrat

2021-09-10T05:49:24

Rated 3 out of 5

Nothing special

Okay camera, but I expected better from this well known brand. Long delay once the botton is pressed to take a photo. Plus the image is not as clear as I hoped.

BENJAMIN H.

2021-09-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice

Got bought for me as a birthday present, love it..

Retep1

2021-09-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera

I love the camera and the ease of taking pictures.

Ruth A.

2021-08-23T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Not completely pleased

I have been practicing with my new Sony camera and am having some difficulties. While I love the look and the size, I'm having trouble taking pictures. The shutter is extremely slow, and I don't know whether to continue holding down the button or release it. The screen just goes blank for perhaps 1-1.5 seconds, then clicks. It sometimes says that it is 'analyzing'. I am not sure what to do. I bought this on line so do not have a store to visit where I can get help. Right now I am frustrated with this purchase and may need to return it.

NeedHelpPlease

2021-08-02T04:34:12

Rated 4 out of 5

Will shop here again

Cameron is excellent for the money shipping was on time customer service was excellent

PETER J.

2021-07-30T15:12:27

Rated 4 out of 5

Better than the Original.

So far this camera performs as well as the one replaced. It has additional features that improves its utility.

Walter I.

2021-07-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use camera.

I have had the camera for a month. It is easy to set up, use and easy to carry. Just perfect for what I wanted. I enjoy local investigative history and need an easy to carry camera which I can use instantly.

Aberdarian

2021-07-03T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Very neat in size but set-up instructions dreadful

The camera itself seems pretty good with multiple facilities, but the instructions are not good. I purchased on-line and had to rely on the good nature of the supplier ( Cambrian Photography - wonderful!) to talk me through the set-up. The instructions provided do NOT work!

AnnK

2021-05-13T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Easy to use

A very easy to use camera. Fits into pockets comfortably.

Ian 3.

Sony DSC-W800 Specifications

  • Camera Type

    Compact zoom digital camera

  • Imaging Sensor

    1/2.3" Super HAD CCD Sensor

  • Imaging Sensor: Processor

    BIONZ

  • Imaging Sensor: Pixel Gross

    20.4MP

  • Imaging Sensor: Picture Resolution

    20.1MP

  • Imaging Sensor: Color Filter System

    RGB primary color mosaic filters

  • Recording: Media Type

    Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed) / Memory Stick PROHG Duo / Memory Stick Micro / Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) / Memory Stick XC-HG Duo / SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card / microSD Memory Card / microSDHC Memory Card /microSDXC Memory Card

  • Recording: Still Image Mode

    JPEG

  • Recording: Max Effective Resolution

    Approx. 20.1 Megapixels (Still Image)

  • Recording: Still Image Size 16:9

    15M(5,152 x 2,896) / 2M(1,920 x 1,080)

  • Recording: Still Image Size 4:3

    20M(5,152 x 3,864) / 10M(3,648 x 2,736) / 5M(2,592 x 1,944)

  • Recording: Panorama Still Image Size

    Sweep Panorama:360deg.(11,520x1,080) / Wide(7,152 x 1,080/4,912 x 1,920) / Standard(4,912 x 1,080/3,424 x 1,920)

  • Recording: Video Format

    AVI (Motion JPEG)

  • Recording: Video Mode

    1280x720 (1,280x720/30fps) / VGA (640x480/30fps) / QVGA (320x240/30fps)

  • Recording: Audio Format

    MP3

  • Recording: Microphone/Speaker

    Mono / Mono

  • Optics/Lens: Type

    Sony Lens

  • Optics/Lens: Aperture

    f 3.2-6.4

  • Optics/Lens: Optical Zoom

    5x

  • Optics/Lens: Digital Zoom

    10x

  • Optics/Lens: Focal Length (35mm equiv.)

    Still 4:3: 26-130mm / Still 16:9: 28.3-141:6mm / Movie 16:9: 31.5-157.3mm / Movie 4:3: 26-130mm

  • Optics/Lens: Minimum Focus Distance

    iAuto: AF (W: Approx. 5cm (0.16 ft.) to Infinity, T: Approx. 60cm (1.96 ft.) to Infinity) / Program Auto: AF (W: Approx. 5cm (0.16 ft.) to Infinity, T: Approx. 60cm (1.96 ft.) to Infinity)

  • Optics/Lens: Aspheric Elements

    5

  • Optics/Lens: ISO

    Auto/100/200/400/800/1600/3200

  • Optics/Lens: Steady Shot Mode-Active

    Yes

  • LCD Display: Type

    2.7" Clear Photo LCD (230K dots)

  • LCD Display: Brightness Control

    5(Bright) / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1(Dark)

  • LCD Display: Grid Display

    Yes

  • Focus Control: AF Modes

    Multi Point AF / Center Weighted AF / Tracking Focus / Face Tracking Focus

  • Focus Control: AF Illuminator

    Auto / Off

  • Exposure System: Metering Modes

    Multi Pattern / Center Weighted / Spot

  • Exposure System: Compensation

    Plus / Minus 2.0EV, 1 / 3EV step

  • Exposure System: Scene Mode(s)

    High Sensitivity / Night Scene / Night Portrait / Landscape / Portrait / Beach / Snow / Gourmet / Pet Mode

  • Exposure System: D-Range Optimizer

    Standard / Plus / Off

  • Exposure System: ISO

    Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200

  • Exposure System: White Balance Mode

    Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent White Balance 1 / Fluorescent White Balance 2 / Fluorescent White Balance 3 / Incandescent / Flash

  • Exposure System: Minimum Illumination

    Auto: 28lux (Shutter Speed 1/30)

  • Exposure System: ISO Sensitivity (Movie)

    Auto: (ISO100-800 level)

  • Drive System: Continuous Shooting Speed

    Approx.0.52 fps(100 shots)

  • Drive System: Self-timer

    Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait 1 / portrait 2

  • Drive System: Shutter Speeds

    iAuto(2 - 1/1500) / Program Auto(1 - 1/1500)

  • Drive System: Burst Mode

    Approx 1 fps at 20.4MP (Maximum 100 shots)

  • Flash: Modes

    Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash

  • Flash: Coverage

    ISO Auto: Approx.0.4m to 3.5m(1.3 ft to 11.5 ft)(W) /Approx.0.6m to 1.76 m(1.96 ft to 5.77 ft)(T),ISO3200: up to Approx.7 m(23 ft)(W) /Approx.3.5 m(11.5 ft)(T)

  • Self Timer

    Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait 1 / portrait 2

  • Red-Eye Reduction

    Auto / On / Off

  • Erase/Protect

    Erase: Single / Select / Date / Folder, Protect: Single / Select / Date / Folder

  • Power Save Mode

    Standard / Max / Off

  • Sweep Panorama

    Sweep Panorama (360)

  • Face Detection

    8 faces

  • Smile Shutter technology

    Yes

  • Image Stabilization

    Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization with Intelligent Active Mode

  • Intelligent Auto

    Yes

  • Shooting Tips

    Yes

  • Blink Detection

    Yes

  • Interface: Memory Card Slot

    MS Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible

  • Interface: SD Output

    Composite

  • Interface: USB Port(s)

    Multi (AV/USB), Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)

  • Interface: Microphone Input

    Mono

  • Battery Type

    LITHIUM ION NP-BN 3.6V

  • Battery Capacity

    Typical: 2.3Wh (630mAh), minimum: 2.2Wh (600mAh)

  • Power Consumption (in Operation)

    Approx.1W

  • Power Requirements

    AC 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz, 70mA

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    2 x 7/8 x 2 1/4" (5.08 x 2.21 x 5.72cm) (Approx.)

  • Weight

    4.7oz / 133.24g (Approx.)
    (Main unit only) 3.8oz / 107.7g (Approx.)

  • UPC Code

    027242877115

13 Accessories for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Digital Point & Shoot Camera

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About Sony DSC-W800

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great Camera!

By Elkirian

Got this camera a week ago, I made a video review and unboxing, watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnmsHhwZpa4

best cheep camera!

By Tyui

I got this camera at best buy and since I got it I loved it but there is one problem when I play back movies on the camera the volume is low. otherwise loved it!

SONY DSC-W800 DIGITAL CAMERA BLACK

Want a camera that’s easy to charge, easy to use, and offers a high degree of shot consistency and sharpness? Then what are you waiting for? Check out the SONY DSC-W800 DIGITAL CAMERA BLACK to start using a number of astounding features built for enthusiasts like you, including:

Product Highlights

  • Smile shutter. You know how you keep having to tell people “that wasn’t a good one; let’s try it over”? Well, it’s time to move on to the next level of photography: the Smile Shutter button will ensure that you capture the smiles the first time. All it requires is the press of a button on your SONY DSC-W800 and let it do the rest.
  • The video quality offers 720p MP4 movie shooting with high definition, ready to be edited on a PC just as soon as you can hook it up.
  • Picture effects ranging from landscape to portrait effects let you take charge of the quality of your photographs even before you upload your SONY DSC-W800 pictures to a PC.

With its price, the SONY DSC-W800 might sound like it’s too good to be true. The truth? You can do a lot with an affordable camera as long as you pick the right selection from all of the WiFi-point-shoot-cameras available. Hint: this is the right one.

 

Learn about the SONY DSC-W800 DIGITAL CAMERA BLACK

Since when did affordability get so darn good? Since the SONY DSC-W800 DIGITAL CAMERA BLACK hit the market, is our guess. We at Adorama know that’s a might tall review for a camera this dang portable, but it’s hard not to fall in love with the essential features of this SONY DSC-W800. Sure, we can talk about all sorts of numbers, from the 1/2.3” Super HAD CCD sensor to the 20.1 Megapixels max effective resolution, but there’s only one number that counts for the price-astute customer: price-to-quality ratio. And aside from the actual pictures it takes, that’s where this camera truly shines.

  • Quality images with brilliant contrast. First things first: does the SONY DSC-W800 actually take high-quality photographs? You’d be amazed at the levels of contrast and clarity you can squeeze out of this camera, even when getting the most out of the 5x optical zoom of the professional Sony lens. Truth is, you can take both sharp pictures and smooth video, thanks to the SteadyShot image stabilization technology when rendered In “active mode.” As long as you’re making the most of each feature this camera has to offer, you’ll get an astounding amount of image clarity and stability—not to mention consistency.
  • HD video is essential for any camera these days, and the SONY DSC-W800 doesn’t disappoint, not with a 720p MP4 movie mode that shoots 1280x720 high definition movies at an fps of 30. This is a standard format when working with a PC, which means you’ll be able to handle just about any degree of video editing you want to. If you’re something of an amateur cinematographer, you’ll get all the video quality you want simply by turning on active mode and letting the camera roll.
  • Battery charging is essential for a camera this lightweight and this mobile. If you’re going to get the most use out of its mobility, you’re going to need quick connections and plenty of battery life. You can hook up the battery to a USB3 and connect it to your PC’s USB port, or even directly hook it up to a power supply for effective mobile charging. There’s no reason you’ll have to attend an event and say “oh, shucks, out of battery.” Not with a camera that’s this USB-ready.
  • Great for beginners? You bet it is, particularly with the built-in instruction guide that lets you search through the camera’s functions as if you had a live search engine of your very own. You can easily scroll through each function to find exactly what you’re looking for, which means you can eliminate the guess work and the trial-and-error and focus on what’s important: the quality of your photographs.
  • Smile! Specifically, use the Smile Shutter technology to get the smiles right when they happen. Let’s face it—you’re going to tell people “say cheese!” a lot with this camera, and you don’t want to look like a goof when you keep requesting for re-takes. The Smile Shutter helps ensure that you get the right smile—just press the Smile Shutter button and you’ll be amazed at how well it works.

We at Adorama will be honest: Is the SONY DSC-W800 DIGITAL CAMERA BLACK a professional’s camera? No, but it’s not meant to be, either. It’s a heck of a Sony-point-and-shoot. In other words, it’s a camera built for camera enthusiasts and anyone who wants to capture those precious family moments without the camera getting in the way.

From the Manufacturer
Slip this Sony Cyber-Shot digital camera into your pocket and be ready for anything. This compact camera is perfectly pocket sized and lightweight so it iseasy to carry around with you on vacation, yet it has Sony's traditional qualityfor impressive images whether you are relaxing on a beach or partying after dark. A 20.1-megapixel sensor captures plenty of detail and produces the clarityand contrast you need. When you want to get closer to the action, utilize the 5xoptical zoom to maintain maximum image resolution, and then use the 10x digital zoom to focus in on the fine detail.

A clear Carl Zeiss lens on this SonyCyber-Shot digital camera produces low noise and minimizes distortion, and this is combined with the optical SteadyShot image stabilization, which compensates for motion and vibration so that you can take clear photos even when you're moving. Create panoramas by utilizing the panorama mode, where you press the shutter button and sweep the camera around, and the resulting images are stitched together automatically to create huge, impressive photos. This compact digital camera also automatically captures smiles thanks to the Smile Shutter technology, and you can use a variety of picture effects on this Sony Cyber-Shotdigital camera to create dramatic shots.

The Sony DSC-W800 Cyber-Shot Digital Still Camera (Black) is a powerful 20.1 megapixel super HAD CCD image sensor helps you capture gorgeous images with superb contrast and clarity down to the finest detail. Get up close to the action with 5x optical zoom with the professional Sony lens. Shoot incredibly smooth video and still images with SteadyShot image stabilization with active mode. This technology delivers sharp image quality with low noise and minimal blur even while the user is strolling.

Sony DSC-W800 Features

  • In 720p MP4 movie mode the camera shoots 1280 x 720 high definition movies at 30 fps, a standard format when working with a PC.½ Create high quality movies with full use of optical zoom in files small enough to transfer to compatible PC or Mac computer
  • Put your camera in easy mode to minimize the layers in your menu. This makes your shooting experience easy and enjoyable
  • Capture more breathtaking shot with Sweep Panorama. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed, then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image
  • 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
  • Picture Effect adds a new level of expression to photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. Picture Effect can be applied to still images, movies and panoramic shots, giving photos and movies even greater impact
  • Charging your battery has never been easier via USB3. Simply connect your camera via USB to your PCs USB port and/or a power supply and charge your battery on the go
  • A built-in instruction guide allows you to search the camera's functions according to your needs wherever you may be

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • In 720p MP4 movie mode the camera shoots 1280 x 720 high definition movies at 30 fps
  • Put your camera in easy mode to minimize the layers in your menu
  • Picture Effect adds a new level of expression to photos
  • Charging your battery has never been easier via USB3
  • Capture more breathtaking shot
  • Built-in instruction guide

What's in the box:

  • Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W800 Digital Camera
  • Battery NP-BN
  • AC Adaptor AC-UB10C
  • Wrist Strap
  • Multi USB Cable
  • Sony 1 Year Warranty