Testseek.com have collected 26 expert reviews of the Sony Cybershot DSC-W170 and the average rating is 68%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Cybershot DSC-W170.
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26 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Abstract: On the whole, this is a great point-and-shoot camera with some very impressive optics. If you can overlook the soft image quality (it's not such a big deal - you can still produce very good prints) - then this camera should be something..
Overall, the Sony DSC-W170 has several very appealing features that may win over some people, but its image quality doesn't overwhelm. We expected better performance from its 5x optical Carl Zeiss lens. Nevertheless, this camera's interesting features...
Abstract: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-170 is a handy and compactly built camera with a straightforward operation. The convenient automatic functions demonstrate the ongoing substantial automation. The camera is becoming more and more intelligent, and is able to reco...
Crisp, clean images, even at high ISOs, Impressive features set, Sleek design, solid construction, DSLRlike shooting speed,
Red channel clipping still a problem, White balance inconsistent, Menus can be dense, slow, Do you really need Happy Face Retouch?,
Sony's highly logical "stepped features" approach means that you get essentially the same camera with just a handful of clear specs differences whichever W model you choose. So is the W170 worth the top-of-the-heap price it commands? Although it remain...
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 ...
Abstract: Most digital cameras have more settings than the average person knows what to do with — from common adjustments for nighttime and face shots to obscure settings for sports, fireworks and snow scenes. When the moment comes to take the perfect picture...
Image stabilized 5x zoom lens with serious glass that starts at a 28mm equivalent, Face Detection can tell a child from an adult, Smile Shutter waits until someone smiles to capture the shot, Auto Macro mode, Dynamic Range Optimization holds highlights...
Menu system with Home and Menu options is confusing, ISO over 200 is more color than detail, Flash kicks up ISO as high as 800, Mediocre macro performance, HD output but no HD movies, No HD cable or dock included, No zoom in Movie mode, No manual expos...
The Sony W170 is a compact bargain, including the hottest technology Sony has introduced in its 2008 lineup. It has a Bionz processor, face detection technology that can tell a child from an adult (and even hold the shutter until theyre smiling), High...
Overall, the Sony DSC-W170 has several very appealing features that may win over some people, but its image quality doesnt overwhelm. We expected better performance from its 5x optical Carl Zeiss lens. Nevertheless, this cameras interesting features...
