Sony on March 8 introduced its 6-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-G1 digital camera, the company's first digital camera with the ability to send photos wirelessly to other Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)-enabled devices, such as another camera or a PC.
The G1 model features a 3.5-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 921,000 pixels, four times higher than the average compact digital camera and all previous Sony Cyber-shot models, according to Phil Lubell, director of marketing for digital cameras at Sony Electronics.
The new model's camera-to-camera wireless capability makes it possible to send a photo at the push of a button. It's also possible for up to four camera users to send each other photos in real time. With a DLNA-compatible PC, storing and sharing photos becomes simplified through wireless image transfer from the camera to the PC, according to Sony.
The G1 comes with 2GB of internal memory and can store up to 7,500 VGA-quality photos or 600 6-megapixel pictures. If additional storage is needed, the camera's capacity can be expanded with an optional Memory Stick Duo media card or Memory Stick PRO Duo card, now available in capacities up to 8GB, said Sony.
In addition to storage capacity, the G1 incorporates an auto image management system with search functions. Photos can be searched by events, such as vacations or birthdays, and retrieved later by keywords or labels. It's also possible to select an image and search for other photos with the same face, same color, or a similar composition, noted Sony.
Sony's new camera also includes Super Steady Shot optical image stabilization to minimize motion blur, and also has high light sensitivity, up to ISO 1000, to facilitate shooting at higher shutter speeds, as well as low-light conditions for more natural exposures or for settings where flash is not permitted. The camera also features a Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens.
The DSC-G1 digital camera will ship in April for about US$600. Additional accessories will include lenses, filters, batteries, travel chargers, sports packs and cases. All can be purchased at Sony's online and retail stores or at authorized dealers.
Sony's Cyber-shot DSC-G1 6-megapixel wireless digital camera
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