Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717

786 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (53)
performance (50)
image quality (48)
lens (45)
design (26)

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price (30)
portability (26)
memory (18)
shutter (11)
size (9)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 786 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and image quality. The lens and performance also get good feedback. Views are divided on the portability, while there are some negative reviews about the storage and shutter.

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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-F717 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 42 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the design and performance. The portability and lens are also appreciated, whereas the storage and shutter get critical opinions.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com.

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Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)

One Click Above

Except for its light-silver finish and a few redesigned controls, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 ($999 direct) is almost identical in appearance and weight to its discontinued predecessor, the crowd-pleasing Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F707 . With the same Carl...

Oct, 2003

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The Carl Zeiss 5X zoom lens on the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 ($700 street) is almost as large and heavy as the camera itself, but viewing from ...

Sep, 2003

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Expert review by : Tracey Capen (pcworld.com)

Sony Cybershot DSC-F717 Digital Camera Camera

WHAT'S HOT: When we reviewed Sony's Cyber-shot DSC-F707 last April, we noted its inventive design, uncommon low-light shooting capabilities, long battery life, and dazzling images. The DSC-F717 retains all of that and adds USB 2.0 connectivity, zone...

Another one of the Jog Dial's tasks is setting the autofocus zone, a new feature in the F717. Probably most useful for portrait or macro photography, the zoned autofocus lets you set one of five zones (center, right, left, top, or bottom) within the...

Nov, 2002

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Expert review by : Tracey Capen (pcworld.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717

Sony refines its innovative 5-megapixel Cyber-shot; it's the first digital camera we've tested with USB 2.0 connectivity.

Nov, 2002

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Expert review by : Tracey Capen (pcworld.com)

Sony Cybershot DSC-F717 Digital Camera (Sony-DSCF717)

Easy operation, a relatively long telephoto lens, and a wide selection of imaging controls make the DSC-F717 a great choice for the upscale hobbyist.

Nov, 2002

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Expert review by : Phil Askey (dpreview.com)

Sony DSC-F717 Review

The DSC-F717 represents the fourth generation of Sony's L-shaped 5x zoom split lens / body design. This started back in August 1999 with the 2 megapixel DSC- F505, in April 2000 the DSC-F505V gained a 3 megapixel sensor but only captured 2.6 megapixels...

Still the best resolution of current five megapixel digital cameras Improved colour response, far less "Sony like" and much more natural Good dynamic range, exhibits good detail from shadow through to highlight Low noise levels compared to other five...

Storage capacity - Memory Stick still limited to 128 MB No ability to control colour saturation, tone or noise reduction No user settings / memories Limited burst ability, very fast but only 3 frames Visible sharpening 'white halo' around black lines...

Here's my rating of the Sony DSC-F717: (5 megapixel prosumer)

Oct, 2002

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

Sony DSC-F717

Continue on to Features & Controls Cyber-shot F717 Specifications Sensor Resolution (Pixels) 2/3-inch 5.24 megapixels (gross) 5.02 megapixel (effective) Image Dimensions 2560 x 1920, 2560(3:2), 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Recording Formats JPEG...

Sep, 2002

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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717 Digital Camera Review: Intro and Highlights

Sony Electronics Inc. has long held a dominant position in the digicam marketplace, with a wide range of models enjoying enormous popularity with consumers. Currently, they're maintaining what's arguably the broadest line of digicams in the industry,...

This year, Sony's obviously listened hard to feedback from the F707 users (and reviewers! ;-) and came out with an impressive update in the form of the F717. While basic specs are still the same (the same lens and CCD), the new model incorporates...

Feb, 2002

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (dcresource.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717

When word began to surface of a replacement for the F707, speculation was rampant. Would it be 6 Megapixel? 10 Megapixel? Would it use the Foveon X3 sensor? And what about the same? The most common guesses that I saw were the F707V and F909

Excellent 5 Megapixel photos ; Lots of bells and whistles such as Nightshot, and zoom ring ; Fast F2.0, 5X optical zoom lens ; Hot shoe and histograms, at last ; Great battery life ; Many manual controls ; Robust performance ; One of the best movie...

Missing a lot of manual controls found on other cameras at this price ; Reds are "too red" (and not a lot you can do about it) ; Loss of sharpness in image corners ; Shutter speed limited to (no slower than) 1/30 sec in programmed/fully auto modes ; No...

Would I recommend the DSC-F717? Absolutely, without hesitation. Would I take a close look at offers from other manufacturers before you buy? You'd be crazy not to.

Sep, 2002

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Expert review by (pcauthority.com.au)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F717

Sony's high-end cameras have consistently impressed us at PC Authority, but just recently they've fallen short of Labs Winner status. The DSC-F717 changes all that, with its heady mix of image quality, features and design propelling it to the top of...

Jan, 2004

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