Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780

alaTest has collected and analyzed 77 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the design and zoom. The screen and image quality also get good feedback. Opinions are divided on the build quality. The viewfinder and flash get less positive reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Sony DSC-S780

 

Both of the new entry-level digital still cameras feature Sony's face detection technology, which identifies up to three faces in the camera's LCD frame and automatically adjusts focus and exposure for well-exposed, natural-looking photos

Like almost all of Sony's 2008 offerings, these new S series models includes Sony's improved face detection technology, which, like the smile shutter technology, can now distinguish between the faces of children and adults. You can select "child...

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780 Review

 

Offering Sony style and performance at a bargain price, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780 has the potential to be the ultimate pocket snapshot camera.

If your end goal is snapshots for your Facebook page, it's really not worth getting too wound up about the S780's weak high-sensitivity performance. As bad as it is comparatively, for low-res uses the Cyber-shot's output is perfectly acceptable. For...

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780

 

The Sony Cybershot DSC-S780 is an 8 megapixel point and shoot camera with a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD. Aimed at the entry level market, it features face detection, ISO of up to 1250, seven scene modes … Continue reading →

The Sony Cybershot DSC-S780 will have a retail price of $150 USD when it ships in March.

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Amazon review summary for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 user reviews of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money, performance, zoom, portability, usability

responsiveness

83% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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INCUMPLIMIENTO

 

EL PRODUCTO NUNCA FUE ENTREGADO Y POR FALTA DE EXPERIENCIA NUNCA ME LLEGO Y EL CASO QUEDO ASI A PESAR DE QUE ME FUE COBRADO, NO CREO QUE SEA LO MAS JUSTO CON SUS CLIENTES!!!!

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SONY DSCS780 digital camera.

 

This camera is a replacement for the same model we used that died after a sudden stop on a hard surface. We liked the camera and chose to get another so our accessories would still be useful. So far so good. Primary use is capturing pictures of wedding...

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great

 

i love this camera. it did want i needed for it in yellowstone. only thing is the zoom isnt that great so i couldn't really video tape old faithful.... but besides the zoom its great

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SONY MEANS QUALITY

 

SONY MEANS QUALITY

I've owned a few products by Sony over the years and was always impressed with their makeup and the quality service from them. This was my first camera by them and as usual I was impressed. The look and feel was the first thing that gets your attention...

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SONY MEANS QUALITY

 

I've owned a few products by Sony over the years and was always impressed with their makeup and the quality service from them. This was my first camera by them and as usual I was impressed. The look and feel was the first thing that gets your attention...

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Terrific Camera!

 

Terrific Camera!

I use my Sony Cybershot primarily for capturing precious moments involving my ninja fast 3 year old. It is crucial that the camera I am using produce high quality photos that I can have printed in 8 x 10 and 10 x 13 sizes. My Cybershot has NOT let me...

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Product Specifications

With Sony's Face Detection technology, the 8.1MP DSC-S780 detects up to three faces and optimizes focus and exposure for accurate, natural photos of family and friends. You can capture stunning detail thanks to its 8.1 megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom lens, and and view on a 2.5" LCD screen.

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name:Sony NP-BK1

Camera Flash

Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Digital Camera Type:Compact
Supported Flash Memory:Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

Digital Storage Media

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:1.1in
Height:2.2in
Weight:4.5oz
Width:3.6in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.5in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.4cm
Display Form Factor:Built-in
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Beach / High sensitivity / Landscape / Snow / Soft snap / Twilight mode / Twilight portrait

Header

Manufacturer:Sony
Model:DSC-S780
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony Cyber-shot

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F/2.8-4.8
Max Focal Length:17.4mm
Min Focal Length:5.8mm
Optical Zoom:3
Type:Zoom lens

Optical Sensor

Optical Sensor Size:1/2.5"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):10.2 mm ( 1/2.5 ) / 10.2 mm ( 1/2.5" )
Optical Sensor Type:Super HAD CCD
Sensor Resolution:8.1Megapixel

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Video Format:AVI
Digital Zoom:2
Face Detection: Yes
ISO (Max):1250
Light Sensitivity:ISO 100 / ISO 1250 / ISO 200 / ISO 400 / ISO 800 / ISO auto
Shooting Modes:Frame movie mode
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Digital camera

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type: None
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