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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5
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alaScore 86

535 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 535 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the portability and screen are overall positive. The image quality and performance also get good opinions, but reviews about the focus and lens are mixed. Some have doubts about the low light performance and viewfinder.

usability, performance, image quality, screen, portability

shutter, energy, viewfinder, low-light

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 52 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the portability and screen. The performance and image quality also get good reviews, but opinions about the reliability and shutter are different. Many are less positive about the low light performance.

usability, image quality, performance, screen, portability

low-light

90% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 182 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the battery and screen. The portability and performance also get good feedback. There are some mixed comments about the focus and reliability, and the shutter and energy efficiency get negative views.

usability, performance, portability, screen, battery

price, lens, energy, shutter

71% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : David D. Busch (cnet.com)

Sony Cyber Shot W review: Sony Cyber Shot W

 

A junior version of the 7-megapixel DSC-W7 , the 5-megapixel Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W5 boasts the same no-nonsense, compact, metal-alloy body; gorgeous 2.5-inch LCD (which is coupled with a modest optical viewfinder for use in bright ambient light); 3X...

2.5-inch LCD; quick burst mode; flexible controls; solid image quality.

No shutter- or aperture-priority mode; manual focus limited to six preset steps; subpar optical viewfinder.

A 2.5-inch LCD, decent image quality, and both automated and selected manual controls make the Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W5 a competent camera for the casual photographer.

Sep, 2005
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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Sony DSC-W5

 

Physical Views The Cyber-shot DSC-W5 and a CD for size comparison. The 7-megapixel Cyber-shot W7 and the DSC-W5. Go to Page Two Sony DSC-W5 Specifications Image Device: 1/1.8" 5.1 Megapixel Effective Sony Super HAD™ CCD Still Image Sizes: 5M...

Jul, 2005
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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Digital Cameras - Sony CyberShot DSC-W5 Digital Camera Review, Information, Specifications

 

As the lower-resolution sibling of the DSC-W7, which we also reviewed recently, the Sony DSC-W5 offers all the same features, but with a 5.1 megapixel CCD (vs 7.0) and at a list price that's $100 lower. As such, I'm a bit more enthusiastic about it...

Very fast, excellent shutter response, excellent shot to shot speed

So-so handling of household incandescent lighting

Similar in shape, size, and overall design to the DSC-W1, the new Sony DSC-W5 digital camera continues the more traditional digital camera styling that differentiated the original W1 from the rest of Sony's popular Cyber-shot line. The W5 is basically...

May, 2005
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Expert review by : Brad Soo (dpinterface.com)

Sony Cyber-Shot W5

 

The new Sony Cyber-shot W5 still has the features that made the W1 great, including excellent battery life, unlimited VGA movies at 30 FPS, that high-quality Carl Zeiss lens, 5 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD and compatibility with conversion lenses....

Excellent battery life ; Rechargeable batteries included in the box ; Large and clear 2.5 inch LCD ; Many of scene modes ; Lots of accessories ; Excellent movie mode ; USB 2.0 High-speed interface

Limited manual controls ; Too much red-eye ; High noise levels ; Low resolution LCD ; Mediocre continuous shooting feature ; No fast shutter or portrait scene modes

The Sony Cyber-shot W5 is a camera with great photo quality, excellent battery life, lots of accessories and solid build. What the W5 lacks is real manual controls, a LCD of higher resolution, better continuous shooting and some better photos

Jul, 2005
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Expert review by : Andrew Kliem (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

 

Very little image lag, looks great, full set of functions, large LCD

Image quality is a little lacking on default settings, camera could be a smaller

This is a great 5 megapixel camera, highly recommended unless you want a lighter model that sits comfortably in your pocket. Its image quality problems can be overcome with a little tweaking.

Aug, 2005
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Expert review by : Andrew Kliem (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony Cyber-shot DSCW5

 

The Sony Cyber-shot DSCW5 is both physically and functionally impressive. Weighing nearly 200g, it is one of the larger 5 megapixel models we've seen,...

Very little image lag, looks great, full set of functions, large LCD

Image quality is a little lacking on default settings, camera could be a smaller

This is a great 5 megapixel camera, highly recommended unless you want a lighter model that sits comfortably in your pocket. Its image quality problems can be overcome with a little tweaking.

Aug, 2005
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Expert review by : Kevin Carter (pcplus.co.uk)

PC Plus review: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

 

It's not the best 5-megapixel compact at the price - that title must go to Nikon's svelte Coolpix 5200 - but the lure of the big screen, chunky design and easy-to-follow menu make the W5 a serious rival. Undoubtedly, it will sell by the bucket load.

Jun, 2005
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Expert review by : David D. Busch (cnet.com.au)

Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W5

 

The affordable, compact Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W5 combines responsive performance with solid image quality.

2.5-inch LCD ; Quick burst mode ; Flexible controls ; Solid image quality

No shutter- or aperture-priority mode ; Manual focus limited to six preset steps ; Subpar optical viewfinder

The Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W5 does have a few notable shortcomings. While shutter speed can be set manually and there's limited manual control over apertures, manual focus requires a trip to a menu where only five preset distances are available, from 0.5...

Sep, 2005
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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Sony DSC W5

 

Sony DSC W5 Review. This camera is well build and has a really solid feel in the hand. It has seven megapixels and a three times zoom lens.

Good picture quality ; Good build quality ; Rechargeable AA batteries supplied

Indoor portraits suffer from red eye

Excellent all round camera. Good indoors and outdoors. A good set of features are supported by an excellent build quality.

May, 2005
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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W5

 

The Sony Cybershot DSC-W5 is a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3x Optical Zoom - perhaps an update of the DSC-W1 with a few minor changes. It is priced at $350. Buy the "SONY DSC-W5 5.1 Megapixel Cyber-shot(R) Digital Camera" Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W5...

5.1 Megapixel image capture, and high speed performance thanks to the Real Imaging Processor™ chip

Jan, 2005
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