Sony Cyber-shot DSCP200 7.2 Megapixel Compact Camera - TechBargains: Compare Prices on Tablets, Laptops, Cameras, and TVs

Very Good

Strengths: Very Handy n small in size, fast start up, great battery life(no cells required), Great Shots and MPEG quality also Gud. light weight

Weakness: I didn't find any.

A very good bargain, in such a low price u get a 7.2 megapixel camera. Amazing results, v gud picture quality. All of the operations of the camera are v fast, u can switch frm picture mode to movie mode in just secs, The Flash is also adequate as well as the zoom, It fits well in pocket or a ladies purse, Camera is fast. Fast startup and fast focusing give you good feel and better chances to take...
Read Full Review

By babloopiku - Jan 13, 2006

The first thing I was concerned...

Strengths: Small size, fast start up, great battery life, creative controls

Weakness: None if you know what you are buying. It is not a digital SLR.

The first thing I was concerned about was the blurred photos I read about in so many reviews. Since it is a small camera, you must hold it steady in low light. There are so many manual controls, you can always get a good shot. I have had no trouble with shots being anything but great. I took the camera to NYC for vacation and loved the results. The battery lasts longer than all day. I took it...
Read Full Review

By kellymac - Nov 24, 2005

I just purchased this as a...

Strengths: An excellent upgrade from the previous p150 and p100 models with a stunning 7.2 mega pixels.

Weakness: Shutter speeds indoors and low light conditions still default to 1/40 sec...a bit on the slow side causing camera shake.

I just purchased this as a replacement from my Sony P-100 5 mega pixel camera. WOW! This camera is definitely a sleek improvement from past models. Aside from the 7.2 megapixel count, this camera excels in almost every conceivable area relevant to compacts. First off, this camera starts up in less than a second or so--truly fast compared to other similarly priced cameras. This feature is...
Read Full Review

I just purchased this as a replacement from my Sony P-100 5 mega pixel camera. WOW! This camera is definitely a sleek improvement from past models. Aside from the 7.2 megapixel count, this camera excels in almost every conceivable area relevant to compacts.

First off, this camera starts up in less than a second or so--truly fast compared to other similarly priced cameras. This feature is essential when attempting to capture that oh so special kodak...er...sony moment in a blink.

Secondly, the camera is beautiful. Sony got it right this time when designing a sturdy, compact and lightweight technological masterpiece. True, it's not as small as its even lighter cousin--the T-33, or the Pentax Optio S5n and Casio Exlim models, but it passes the pants pocket test with flying colors. Additionally, when compared to the T-33, this camera uses the regular memory stick size and not the smaller duo like the T-33. Sooooo, if you already own a sony, this is a natural upgrade.

Some other excellent features on the P-200 are the manual overides. You can adjust the shutter speed and aperature which, for a camera in this class, is a true rarity.

Unlike the T-33, this cam does have a tripod mount, a no brainer for any serious photographer. I also am enjoying the extremely high quality video mode; although not the most important selling point, having the ability to take camcorder like videos with sound for unlimited amounts of time (unlike 30 second segments from many other cams) is handy.

Another amazing feature is the battery life. I remember my first sony digital camera--the DSC-P50 2.1 mega pixel. It's battery life was dismal. My P-72 was slightly improved, but still suffered from chronic battery munchies. The P-200 fully charged can take pictures for over 200 minutes! If you're on the display modes, it can last almost double that--another breathtaking accomplishment. The info lithium works well in calculating the remaining battery life--a major complaint from owners of other cameras like Canon that lack this feature. Lastly, it is a proprietary battery, so purchasing an additional one is recommended.

Needless to say, the 2" lcd is gorgeous, just like the past sony cameras I've had. It's extremely hi-res and I have no difficulty seeing it in sunlight. The lcd's navigation is similar to earlier sony cams with a few new additions. Sony finally placed a protective screen over the actual lcd to prevent damage...took them long enough, but it's much appreciated.

Overall, I'm tremendously pleased with the picture quality from this puppy. I envision this camera lasting well into early-mid 2006 when Sony will release yet another improvement. Until then, I highly recommend this for most anybody who appreciates quality and functionality incorporated into a lightweight package.

By joelkirzner - Feb 26, 2005

Sony DSC P200

Strengths: Excellent image quality. Great build quality. In car terms - getting this camera, is like buying a ...Lexus. Really! :D Hey, small tip: if you like nice things - get a Black one! It looks awesome!

Weakness: Hard to notice, but 3 x 2 image mode slightly stretching image - distorting faces. Not important to me, I use 7 Mpix (4x3).

I’m happy, REALLY happy with this camera. I migrated to this camera from Sony W-1 (5 Mpix). Image quality and high build quality is very important to me. P200 image quality and vibrant colors - are far better than Canon SD-500 or Nikon Coolpix 7900. I was considering these 2 cameras before buying Sony P200. Sony won hands down. Images from last trip to Hawaii are proof of that! Sure, P200...
Read Full Review

I’m happy, REALLY happy with this camera. I migrated to this camera from Sony W-1 (5 Mpix). Image quality and high build quality is very important to me. P200 image quality and vibrant colors - are far better than Canon SD-500 or Nikon Coolpix 7900. I was considering these 2 cameras before buying Sony P200. Sony won hands down. Images from last trip to Hawaii are proof of that!

Sure, P200 produces excellent printouts, but usually, I don't print my images. I prefer to view them on 19” computer monitor in form of the full screen slideshow, instead staring at puny 4x6 prints. I burn slideshows on CD-R’s to share with friends. So, as for this purpose camera is very closely matching images taken by some DSLR’s (I was comparing review results available from several WEB sites). Usually, I resize original images to “compress” pixels and to get image match better my computer desktop size (1280x1024), then sharpening them a bit. What is impressive, that P200 images needs very little further correction… Sony’s in-camera image calibration is GREAT! Colors are bright and well balanced, and natural!

Images: I compared images from my old Sony 2 Mpix U-20 and fairly new 5 Mpix W-1, and I can see difference in ways Sony was progressing in handling image processing. P200 showing great improvements.

Speaking about other camera's - Canon’s images are on the “softer” side and a little yellowish, Nikon cameras producing slightly cooler images, with accent on blue and greens. This needs to be corrected with image editing software to get better results. But Sony’s P-200 images virtually needs no improvement.

This camera is fast. Fast startup and fast focusing give you good feel and better chances to take good pictures. P200 has good Auto mode and couple of the manual options. Auto mode is good for the most of the conditions. Camera takes great, contrast pictures during the daylight (sun, or clouds), and pretty good pictures after the sunset (depending on how you are pointing camera). In low light/almost darkness Auto mode is not that effective, but still very capable. TIP: small tripod will help you here. Low light in P200 (as in any other digital cameras) will result in seeing some pixellation. But with enough light, P200 producing very low or no pixels. I always use max resolution = 7 Mpix.

Optical zoom is good and not distorting image quality much. I’m practically not using Digital zoom, since it degradating image quality. This is typical to all other compact digital cameras… and I find it not not acceptable.

Video: VX Fine video mode is very good as for movie taken by digital camera. There is no anti-shake feature available (yet) for video mode. No Zoom available during shooting video… this is typical for all cameras - as of today. Hope, that Sony and other manufacturers in a year or so, will start making cameras with image stabilization for both, still pictures and video. Video quality is especially good for distances up to 50 ft. P200 in video mode is holding focus very good. Unlike my previous camera Sony W-1, which was constantly “seeking” object to fix focus on… - highly annoying behavior.

Battery: at first I was concerned that P200 is using proprietary battery (I would prefer 2 AA recheargables instead - it is more practical). But, I found that this battery lasts REALLY long time. On complete charge you can easily “survive” entire day, taking pictures and movies. Or course, as it is true with any battery types – using flash, will bring it down faster. Still, for average use, you don't really need buy a second battery. If you have charger at home or in hotel room, after day long shooting you just recharge it, and in 1,5-2 hours you are ready to shoot again.

LCD: display has scratchproof coating, which is great. You still needs to be careful with it tough. Display is very bright, easy to read and size is decent.

Memory: I use 1 GB memory Stick PRO. Strongly advise to get at least 512 MB (with 1GB optimal!), of MS PRO for fast image recording and the best movie quality. It makes BIG difference. Some people constantly complaining about MS being more expensive than other types of memory cards. C’mon, it is not THAT expensive anymore. Just, I don’t know what to do with that 32 MB stick provided with camera. It is useless for 7 Mpix cameras. To bad, Sony wasted money to produce memory so small. Better, to make 32 MB or more of "internal" memory, to speed-up in-camera processing. Personally, I still prefer not to have ANY memory card included with any digital camera.

By Georges - Sep 20, 2005

An upgrade of the P150, launched...

Strengths: tiny size, 7.2megapixel, 3x optical zoom, large 2.0 lcd screen, lightweight, excellent picture, balanced color, versatile, smooth 30fps 640x480 video mode.

Weakness: none

An upgrade of the P150, launched in July, 2004 at MSRP $499. The only real difference seems to be the larger 2-inch LCD, otherwise it sports the same Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3x zoom lens, is PictBridge-compatible and has a rechargeable InfoLithium battery, which could tell the remaining battery time with accuracy upto minutes, compatibility with Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO. I really like...
Read Full Review

By ixcafe - Feb 23, 2005