The following is a list of Sony digital cameras made under the
Cyber-shot
Cyber-shot is Sony's line of point-and-shoot digital cameras introduced in 1996. Cyber-shot model names use a DSC prefix, which is an initialism for "Digital Still Camera". Many Cyber-shot models feature Carl Zeiss trademarked lenses, while o ...
brand name.
Notes:
* DSC is an
abbreviation
An abbreviation () is a shortened form of a word or phrase, by any method including shortening (linguistics), shortening, contraction (grammar), contraction, initialism (which includes acronym), or crasis. An abbreviation may be a shortened for ...
for
Digital Still Camera
A digital camera, also called a digicam, is a camera that captures photographs in digital memory. Most cameras produced today are digital, largely replacing those that capture images on photographic film or film stock. Digital cameras are now ...
* Models with a "V"-suffix include built-in
GPS
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based hyperbolic navigation system owned by the United States Space Force and operated by Mission Delta 31. It is one of the global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) that provide geol ...
functionality
D series
F series
G
H series
All cameras used CCD sensors and had
optical image stabilization
Image stabilization (IS) is a family of techniques that reduce blurring associated with the motion of a camera or other imaging device during exposure.
Generally, it compensates for pan and tilt (angular movement, equivalent to yaw and pi ...
. The series included
bridge camera
A bridge camera is a type of camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in siz ...
s and
compact camera
A point-and-shoot camera, also known as a compact camera and sometimes abbreviated to P&S, is a still camera (either film or digital) designed primarily for simple operation. Most use focus free lenses or autofocus for focusing, automatic syste ...
s.
HX series
Note: HX is an
abbreviation
An abbreviation () is a shortened form of a word or phrase, by any method including shortening (linguistics), shortening, contraction (grammar), contraction, initialism (which includes acronym), or crasis. An abbreviation may be a shortened for ...
for HyperXoom
All cameras used CMOS sensors, could zoom optically while filming, and had optical image stabilization. The series included
bridge camera
A bridge camera is a type of camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in siz ...
s and
Compact camera
A point-and-shoot camera, also known as a compact camera and sometimes abbreviated to P&S, is a still camera (either film or digital) designed primarily for simple operation. Most use focus free lenses or autofocus for focusing, automatic syste ...
s with
Superzoom
A superzoom or ultrazoom lens is a type of photographic zoom lens with unconventionally large focal length factors, typically ranging from wide angle to extreme long lens focal lengths in one lens. There is no clear definition of a superzoom ...
.
L series
The DSC-L1 camera is a zoom version of the ultra-compact Cyber-shot U series featured Real Imaging Processor and 14Bit DXP A/D Conversion.
* DSC-L1 (2004, 4.0 MP, 3× optical zoom)
M series
Compact cameras with a unique vertical-grip design and an articulated screen
* DSC-M1 (2004, 5.0 MP, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-M2 (2005, 5.0 MP, 3× optical zoom)
MD series
Compact camera using
MiniDisc
MiniDisc (MD) is an erasable magneto-optical disc-based data storage format offering a capacity of 60, 74, or 80 minutes of digitized audio.
Sony announced the MiniDisc in September 1992 and released it in November of that year for sale i ...
Lens-style compact cameras designed exclusively for use with
smartphone
A smartphone is a mobile phone with advanced computing capabilities. It typically has a touchscreen interface, allowing users to access a wide range of applications and services, such as web browsing, email, and social media, as well as multi ...
s.
* DSC-QX10 (2013, 18.2 MP, 1/2.3 inch (7.76 mm)
Exmor R
Exmor is a technology developed by Sony and implemented on some of their CMOS image sensors. It performs on-chip analog/digital signal conversion and two-step noise reduction in parallel on each column of the CMOS sensor.
Sensors from the Exm ...
CMOS sensor, 10× optical zoom, ''f''/3.3–5.9 Sony G Lens)
* DSC-QX30 (2014, 20.4 MP, 1/2.3 inch (7.82 mm) Exmor R CMOS sensor, 30× optical zoom, ''ƒ''/3.5–6.3 Sony G Lens)
* DSC-QX100 (2014, 20.2 MP, 1-inch (13.2×8.8 mm) Exmor R CMOS sensor, 3.6× optical zoom, ''f''/1.8–4.9 Carl ZEISS®Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
* ILCE-QX1 (2014, 20.1 MP, APS-C (23.2×15.4 mm) CMOS sensor, interchangeable E-mount lens)
R series
Bridge camera
A bridge camera is a type of camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in siz ...
APS-C
Advanced Photo System type-C (APS-C) is an image sensor format approximately equivalent in size to the Advanced Photo System film negative in its C ("Classic") format, of 25.1×16.7 mm, an aspect ratio of 3:2 and Ø 30.15 mm field d ...
. 5× 24–120 mm equivalent optical zoom, first Cyber-shot to use CMOS)
RX series
* RX100 series – compact cameras with 1.0" type 20.2-MP sensors
** DSC-RX100 (2012,
Exmor
Exmor is a technology developed by Sony and implemented on some of their CMOS sensor, CMOS image sensors. It performs on-chip Analog-to-digital converter, analog/digital signal conversion and two-step noise reduction in parallel on each column ...
CMOS sensor with 28-100mm f1.8–4.9 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
** DSC-RX100 II (2013,
Exmor R
Exmor is a technology developed by Sony and implemented on some of their CMOS image sensors. It performs on-chip analog/digital signal conversion and two-step noise reduction in parallel on each column of the CMOS sensor.
Sensors from the Exm ...
CMOS sensor with 28-100mm f1.8–4.9 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
**
DSC-RX100 III
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 series is a high-end compact camera part of the wider Sony RX series. It started with the DSC-RX100, announced on 6 June 2012, and is part of the Cyber-shot Sony RX, RX line of digital cameras made by Sony. Seven ann ...
(2014, Exmor R CMOS sensor with 24-70mm f1.8–2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
** DSC-RX100 IV (2015, Exmor RS CMOS sensor with 24-70mm f1.8–2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
** DSC-RX100 V (2016, Exmor RS CMOS sensor with 24–70mm f1.8-2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
** DSC-RX100 VI (2018, Exmor RS CMOS sensor with 24–200mm f2.8-4.5 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
** DSC-RX100 VII (2019, Exmor RS CMOS sensor with 24–200mm f2.8-4.5 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens)
* RX10 series –
bridge camera
A bridge camera is a type of camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in siz ...
s with 1.0" sensors
** DSC-RX10 (2013, 1.0" type 20-MP BSI-CMOS sensor with fixed zoom lens Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* 24–200mm (equivalent 35mm) F2.8 along the zoom range), BIONZ X processor as
Sony α7
The Sony α7, α7R, α7S and α7C (the α is sometimes spelled out as Alpha) are four closely related families of full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras. The first two were announced in October 2013,DSC-RX10 II (2015, 20-MP BSI-CMOS sensor, BIONZ X processor)
** DSC-RX10 III (2016)
** DSC-RX10 IV (2017)
* RX1 series – compact full-frame cameras with a fixed 35mm 2.0 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* lenses
** DSC-RX1 / DSC-RX1R (2012, 24-MP Exmor CMOS sensor)
** DSC-RX1R II (2015, 42.4-MP Exmor R CMOS sensor)
LCD
A liquid-crystal display (LCD) is a flat-panel display or other electronically modulated optical device that uses the light-modulating properties of liquid crystals combined with polarizers to display information. Liquid crystals do not em ...
Prosumer
A prosumer is an individual who both consumes and produces. The term is a portmanteau of the words '' producer'' and ''consumer''. Research has identified six types of prosumers: DIY prosumers, self-service prosumers, customizing prosumers, co ...
' level
Bridge camera
A bridge camera is a type of camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in siz ...
Cameras using a CCD Sensor and wide angle lens with a special coating.
With point-and-shoot camera sales decreasing, Sony has not made a new model since 2014 and is likely to discontinue the lineup.
* DSC-W1 (2004, 5.1 MP, Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W5/W15 (2005, 5.1 MP, Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W7/W17 (2005, 7.1 MP, Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W12 (2004, 5.1 MP, Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W30 (2006, 6.0 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W35 (2007, 7.2 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W40 (2006, 6.0 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W50 (2006, 6.0 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W55 (2007, 7.2 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W70 (2006, 7.2 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom)
* DSC-W80 (2007, 7.2 MP, no Manual mode, 3× optical zoom,
HDTV
High-definition television (HDTV) describes a television or video system which provides a substantially higher image resolution than the previous generation of technologies. The term has been used since at least 1933; in more recent times, it ref ...
Cameras using a CMOS Sensor, designed for faster auto-focus and low light capability. All cameras have optical image stabilization and can zoom optically while filming.
* DSC-WX1 (2009, 10.2 MP, no Manual mode, 5× optical zoom, G Lens, Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 720p)
* DSC-WX5 (2010, 12.2 MP, 5× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 2.8˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX7 (2011, 16.2 MP, 5× zoom, 3D Sweep Panorama, Full HD Movie 1080/60i 2.3˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX9 (2011, 16.2 MP, 5× optical zoom, 3D Sweep Panorama, Full HD 1080/60i video, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX10 (2011, 16.2 MP, 7× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 2.8˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX30 (2011, 16.2 MP, 5× optical zoom, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080p, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX50 (2012, 16.2 MP, 5× optical zoom, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080p, 2.6˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX60 (2013, 16.2 MP, 8× optical zoom, Zeiss Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 2.7˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX70 (2012, 16.2 MP, 5× optical zoom, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080p, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX80 (2013, Wi-Fi, 16.2 MP, 8× optical zoom, Zeiss Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 2.7˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX100 (2012, 18.2 MP, 10× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 2.7˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX150 (2012, 18.2 MP, 10× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX170 (2012, 18.2 MP, 10× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX200 (2013, Wi-Fi, 18.2 MP, 10× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX220 (2014, Wi-Fi, NFC, 18.2 MP, 10× optical zoom, G Lens, Exmor R CMOS Sensor, HD Movie 1080i with AVCHD, available to connect to 4K TV, 2.7˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX300 (2013, Wi-Fi, 18.2 MP, 20× optical zoom, G Lens, 3D Sweep Panorama, HD Movie 1080i, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX350 (2014, Wi-Fi, NFC, Remote control with smartphone, 18.2 MP, 20× optical zoom, G Lens, Exmor R CMOS Sensor, HD Movie 1080i with AVCHD, available to connect to 4K TV, 3.0˝ LCD)
* DSC-WX500 (2015, 18.2 MP, 30× optical zoom, 180° Tilt LCD)
* DSC-WX800 (2018, 20 MP, 30× optical zoom, 180° Tilt LCD, 4K video, Eye-AF)
*
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, rowspan="3" , Feb 2012
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, rowspan="3" , Feb 2013
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, DSC-WX200
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, 25-250mm f/3.3-5.9
, 10×
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, 121g
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, 25-500mm f/3.5-6.5
, 20×
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, 166g
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, rowspan="2" , Feb 2014
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, April 2015
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, DSC-WX800
, October 2018
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3D cameras
On July 7, 2010,
Sony
is a Japanese multinational conglomerate (company), conglomerate headquartered at Sony City in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. The Sony Group encompasses various businesses, including Sony Corporation (electronics), Sony Semiconductor Solutions (i ...
unveiled the Sony DSC-TX9 and DSC-WX5, which were the world's smallest 3D cameras and capture 3D images with a single lens system using a sweeping motion. Sony also introduced the DSC-T99 14.1 MP CCD camera for about $250. The three cameras above offered a 3D Sweep Panorama feature, which let one take panoramic pictures in a single press-and-sweep motion. The high-speed burst of frames is digitally stitched together to automatically create a detail-packed 3D panorama. These images can be viewed in 2D or 3D on compatible 3D televisions.
Sony Ericsson mobile phones
In 2006, the now-defunct
Sony Mobile
Sony Mobile Communications Inc., originally Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, was a Multinational corporation, multinational consumer electronics and telecommunications company, best known for its Mobile phones, mobile phone products. The ...
(then known as Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, a
joint venture
A joint venture (JV) is a business entity created by two or more parties, generally characterized by shared ownership, shared returns and risks, and shared governance. Companies typically pursue joint ventures for one of four reasons: to acce ...
between
Sony
is a Japanese multinational conglomerate (company), conglomerate headquartered at Sony City in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. The Sony Group encompasses various businesses, including Sony Corporation (electronics), Sony Semiconductor Solutions (i ...
and
Ericsson
(), commonly known as Ericsson (), is a Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Ericsson has been a major contributor to the development of the telecommunications industry and is one ...
) launched a mobile phone using the Cyber-shot branding for the
Sony Ericsson K800i
The Sony Ericsson K800i, and its variant, the Sony Ericsson K790, are mobile phone handsets manufactured by Sony Ericsson. Launched in July 2006 (for the K800i in the UK market; others may vary), the phones are the successor to the Sony Ericsson K ...
, featuring a 3.2-MP Cyber-shot digital camera and a
xenon flash
A flashtube (flashlamp) produces an electrostatic discharge with an extremely intense, incoherent, full-spectrum white light for a very short time. A flashtube is a glass tube with an electrode at each end and is filled with a gas that, when tr ...
.
On February 6, 2007,
Sony Ericsson
Sony Mobile Communications Inc., originally Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, was a Multinational corporation, multinational consumer electronics and telecommunications company, best known for its Mobile phones, mobile phone products. The ...
announced the K810 Cyber-shot phone. Building on the success of the K800, the K810 added a number of features that made its 3.2-MP autofocus camera even more camera-like. Sony Ericsson also expanded its Cyber-shot branding to a mid-range handset, the K550, which had a 2.0-MP camera bundled with autofocus and
LED
A light-emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that emits light when current flows through it. Electrons in the semiconductor recombine with electron holes, releasing energy in the form of photons. The color of the light (corresp ...
flash.
Sony Ericsson announced its flagship K850 on June 14, 2007, and its Candy-bar K770 on February 3, 2008.{{cite web, url=http://www.trustedreviews.com/mobile-phones/review/2008/02/03/Sony-Ericsson-K770i/p1, title=Trusted Reviews, author=Sandra Vogel, date=5 February 2011, access-date=10 May 2015
In Japan, Sony Ericsson used the Cyber-shot name on the SO905iCS, 'CS' standing for Cyber-shot. The handset featured an Exmor
CMOS
Complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS, pronounced "sea-moss
", , ) is a type of MOSFET, metal–oxide–semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) semiconductor device fabrication, fabrication process that uses complementary an ...
sensor, as well as a smile shutter, BRAVIA Screen and a 3× optical zoom mechanism.
As a successor to the popular K Series, Sony Ericsson introduced the 'C' Series in 2008. The initial handset released under this category was the 5-MP C902, with the C905 announced shortly thereafter. The C905 signalled Sony Ericsson's entry into the 8-MP camera phone market. The last Cyber-shot phone to be released in Japan was the Sony Ericsson S006 in October 2010.
All Cyber-shot phones featured the following:
(Features marked with an asterisk (*) are not included with every model, but belong to high-end releases ({{As of, 2009, 01, 13))
*A camera look-alike overall design
*Digital zoom
*Auto focus
*Flash (xenon or LED) with red-eye reduction
*Image stabiliser*
*Photo Fix (for a quick correction of photos)
*PhotoDJ (for enhancing photos)
*BestPic (Sony Ericsson's brand name for burst mode)*
*Photo blogging
*Video player
*Video recording
*Video stabilizer*
*Video streaming*
After Sony's mobile division ceased to be a joint venture in 2012, all production of new Cyber-shot phones have currently stopped.
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