Product Description
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Sony Dsc-H3 Black Digital Camera
From the Manufacturer
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Longer zoom, smaller size. Sony puts 10x optical zoom in the
palm of your hand. With compact body design, 8.1-megapixel
resolution, and a top-quality Carl Zeiss lens, the Cyber-
DSC-H3 packs more photo rtunities in a small size. Advanced
Sports Mode (up to 1/2000 second) catches fast action. And Face
Detection detects up to eight faces in a picture, so everyone
will look their best. HD Output provides spectacular photo
viewing on your Sony Bravia and other compatible HDTV screens,
and the Sony Double Anti-Blur Solution combines Super Steady
optical image stabilization with High Sensitivity (ISO 3200) for
crisp imaging in low light.
10x Zoom in a Sleek Compact Body
Sony radically redesigned the positioning of key camera
components to fit a powerful 10x optical zoom capability into a
compact design that's easy to carry anywhere. The grip fits
firmly into your hand, the lens ring adds a high-performance
feel--and the top-ed Wheel Dial lets you adjust shooting
modes faster.
High-Power Carl Zeiss 10x Optical Zoom
A superb lens for bringing long-distance subjects up close, the
pro-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens design of the DSC-H3
provides 10x optical zoom design--with 20x digital zoom to
the center portion of the picture so you see even more
detail.
8.1-Megapixel Super HAD CCD
More megapixels give you more detail and definition for editing,
cropping, and making large digital prints. Sony's advanced Super
HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass
to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise.
Advanced Sports Mode
To capture fast-moving subjects in split-second detail, the
DSC-H3 combines high shutter speed (up to 1/2000 second) with
Continuous AF and predictive focus control that tracks moving
subjects and forecasts their position during the interval between
shutter release and image capture--a great way to catch the
perfect moment in sports, children's games, pet tricks, and more.
Face Detection
Because the face makes the photo, Sony has created Face
Detection technology that recognizes up to eight faces in a photo
and automatically controls focus, exposure, color, and flash to
bring out the best in everyone. Unlike some competitive systems,
Sony Face Detection makes skin tones look more natural and
reduces red-eye with pre-strobe flash.
HD Output
With direct HD output to spectacular Sony Bravia and other
compatible HDTV screens, you can view DSC-H3 still photos in high
definition clarity and detail. Optional HD solutions include a
Cyber- cradle/charger with component cable output and
high-speed Photo Printers that make 4-by-6-inch prints in about
45 seconds. (Cradle/charger and printer sold separately)
Powerful, Versatile Flash
With a flash powerful enough to illuminate subjects up to 23
feet away, the DSC-H3 opens up new rtunities for flash
photography--including dimly lit interiors and outdoor s at
twilight. Auto Daylight Synchro provides effective fill-in flash
illumination for backlit subjects--and Macro Flash lets you take
ultra-close-up s with optimal exposure and minimal "whiteout"
effect.
Super Steady Optical Image Stabilization
Other image stabilization systems crop in to compensate for
"camera shake"--but with the Super Steady system, optical
sensors detect camera movement and send correcting signals to a
stabilization lens that allows even ultra-long-distance digital
photos to capture more detail with less camera-shake distortion.
High Sensitivity Mode
With Super Steady image stabilization to minimize blur, High
Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) lets the DSC-H3 shoot effectively in
low light without flash to preserve the mood--and Sony's original
Clear RAW NR (Noise Reduction) image processing technology helps
suppress the color noise that can accompany high-sensitivity
shooting.
HD Slide Show with Music
It's the high-definition viewing experience that makes photos
come alive on compatible HDTV screens, accompanied by your choice
of visual effects and any of four preset musical selections
stored in memory or your favorite MP3 tunes downloaded from PC to
your camera for use as background music.
9-Point Autofocus
Because an off-center subject can make your more
interesting, the DSC-H3 can measure autofocus precision at 9
points on your screen--giving you greater creative freedom to
compose your image.
D-Range Optimization
Powered by the exclusive Sony Bionz high-speed processing
engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright
highlights and reveals more detail in shadows or backlit
areas--for great results even in difficult lighting conditions.
In-Camera Retouching
The DSC-H3 lets you add creative effects to photos after you
shoot--including soft edge filter to soften backgrounds, cross
filter to place starry "dazzles" at highlight points, partial
color filter to mute surrounding colors, even fish-eye filter to
create interesting fish-eye lens effects.
In-Camera Red-Eye Reduction
Irritating "glowing eyes" can ruin even the most creative
photos--so the DSC-H3 gives you in-camera correction at the touch
of a button to reduce lingering red-eye effect that other systems
might miss.
2.5-Inch LCD Screen, Simple Controls
The DSC-H3 provides a large, bright LCD screen--plus simple
camera menus, a Home button for quick access to necessary
functions, and a simple Function Guide that displays menu
information to make it easier for beginners to learn camera
features.
Wheel Dial for Manual Exposure Modes
For more creative freedom, a simple wheel-dial control lets you
quickly change camera settings in manual modes (shutter speed
priority, aperture priority, manual exposure) and also control
ISO sensitivity, focus area, and exposure value. In play mode,
the wheel dial provides a quick way to view your next or previous
.
31 MB Internal Memory
The DSC-H3 allows you to capture a limited number of s
in-camera for later transfer to PC or Memory Stick Duo media--so
even if you forget your flash memory card, you can always get the
.
Up to 51x Smart Zoom Feature
Sony's Smart Zoom feature lets you crop in close on the central
portion of interest in your photo while avoiding the image
degradation of other digital zooms--with 17x HD Smart Zoom
function at 1,920 x 1,080 resolution for 16:9 widescreen display,
51x Smart Zoom function at VGA resolution.
MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode
The DSC-H3 can capture VGA (640 x 480) audio-video clips at high
frame rate (up to 30 frames per second).
Stamina Battery Power
The DSC-H3 provides up to 330 s with a fully charged NP-BG1
Lithium Ion battery--enough shooting capacity to cover a long
weekend or a whole vacation.
What's in the Box:
Sony DSC-H3 digital camera, NP-BG1 rechargeable battery, BC-CSG
battery charger, USB and AV multi-connector cable, power cord,
shoulder strap, lens cap, lens cap, strap, lens hood, lens
adaptor ring, CD-ROM software. Note: No Memory Stick DUO media or
adaptors are included.
- 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16-by-22-inch prints.
- 3.0-inch LCD display; 10x zoom with Super Steady optical image stabilization.
- High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) lets you shoot without flash in low-light conditions.
- Face Detection technology (up to 8 faces); Advanced Sports mode.
- Powered by rechargeable lithium ion battery; stores images on Memory Stick Duo or Duo Pro media (not included).