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14 Reviews
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Subpar lens with fuzzy performance. Only supports Memory Sticks.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W130 offers optical image-stabilization, face detection and a smile shutter, but unfortunately it skimps on the lens. Face detection is great, but not when the detected face ends up blurry. The DSC-W130 simply isnt a very sh...
Subpar lens with fuzzy performance. Only supports Memory Sticks.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W130 offers optical image-stabilization, face detection and a smile shutter, but unfortunately it skimps on the lens. Face detection is great, but not when the detected face ends up blurry. The DSC-W130 simply isnt a very sha...
Abstract: Newly-available on the W-series cameras is Sony’s “smile shutter” mode, which automatically captures an image when your subject smiles – without having to press the shutter. This function even lets you prioritize adult or child faces to capture photos ...
Small, compact size, Smile Shutter and Face Detection for good, in-focus pictures of kids, Good selection of useful preset shooting modes, Good overall color, Steady Shot for reducing blur, 9-point AF for accurate focus, Large 2.5-inch LCD is usable in...
High lens distortion at full wide angle and full telephoto, Image noise and noise suppression high at ISO 400 and up, Slightly pinkish Caucasian skin tone, plus some oversaturation of strong blues and reds, Some blurring in corners at both zoom setting...
Despite some of its shortcomings in areas of lens distortion, color saturation, and noise suppression, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W130 is indeed a capable little digital camera. For starters, its small and easy to use, perfect for stashing in a pocket on...
Very good photo quality; ISO 800 still usable, 4X optical zoom lens with nice 32 128 mm zoom range, Optical image stabilization, Compact metal body comes in your choice of silver, black, or pink, Good outdoor and low light visibility on the 2.5" L...
Noise reduction smudges fine details, even at ISO 100 (though its not too bad), Redeye a big problem (but at least you can fix it), Low resolution LCD, Weak flash, Clunky user interface (Im talking to you, Home menu), No manual controls, 10 minute mo...
While it doesnt really stand out in any one area, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W130 is still a good entry-level compact camera, and one which I can recommend to most folks. It offers very good photo quality, a 4X zoom lens, image stabilization, snappy perf...
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Published: 2008-02-21, Author: Will , review by: cnet.com
Fast shutter; slightly longer-than-normal lens; handy on-camera editing and slide show functions
Softening around edges; noisy at ISO 800 and higher
The W130s quick performance and decent image quality make it a solid follow-up to the W90, and a good choice for a pocket point-and-shoot camera.
Very good image quality - excellent colour
4x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation
Excellent 2.5" screen - works well in bright sunlight
Compact metal body
Very good macro mode
Good value for money
Quick performance - 2fps continuous shoo...
Average battery life
Uses expensive Sony Pro Duo Memory cards (when will all manufacturers use SD?)
Lacks manual / custom white balance
Slightly soft images
The Sony Cybershot W130 is very "point and shoot" friendly - the camera produces great results in almost every situation - and provides features designed specifically for taking photos of friends and family with face detection and smile shutter technol...
Abstract: The Sony DSC W130 is a simple, pocket sized digital camera. It has 8 megapixels and a 4x optical zoom lens. Why Buy the Sony DSC W130?Some of the more sleek and elegant digital cameras come with a hefty price tag. The DSC W130 fits into a pocket, but ...
Optical stabilization, 4x zoom, Good macro, Nice rendering of images in low light conditions
Low definition of LCD, LCD interface is rather confusing, No wide angle (37 mm)
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Published: 2008-02-29, Author: Will , review by: CNET.co.uk
Fast shutter; slightly longer-than-normal lens; handy in-camera editing and slide show functions
Softening around edges; noisy at ISO 800 and higher
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W130s quick performance and decent image quality make it a solid follow-up to the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W90, and a good choice for a pocket point-and-shoot camera ...