Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 White

MPN: DSC-WX500W  |  EAN: 4548736014169  |  Model: Cyber-shot DSC-WX500

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 White - DSC-WX500W Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Compact Cameras
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Very Good
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
WiFi Connectivity
Just Right
Cute & Pretty Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony  Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 camera would suit you adequately.

Video skill level

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony  Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 is a great companion to have.

For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Photo Scenarios

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 is a really good choice. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Sony  Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) sensor size, the Sony  Cyber-shot DSC-WX500, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Sony  Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 for aquatic photos is a treat.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

It's an eye-catching package with a bright and refreshing look about it. It could even play the role of an accessory to compliment a specific sense of style.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 White - DSC-WX500W Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Compact
Product Colour White
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-6.4
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System Exif 2.3, MPF
Image Formats Supported JPEG
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Playback Modes Slideshow
Scene Modes Portrait, Advanced Sports Shooting, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Handheld Twilight, Night Portrait, Anti Motion Blur, Backlight Correction HDR, Pet Mode, Gourmet, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Soft Skin, High Sensitivity
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 5, 10 s
Shooting Modes Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure, MR (Memory Recall) 1,2,3, Movie Mode (Intelligent Auto/Scene Selection), Panorama, Scene Selection
Twilight Yes
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluor., Cool White, Fluor., Day White, Fluor., Daylight, Flash, Custom, One Push, One Push Set
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Slow synchronization
Flash Range (tele) 2.5 - 3 m
Flash Range (wide) 0.3 - 5.4 m
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus
Focus Adjustment Auto
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 80, 3200, 12800
ISO Sensitivity (max) 12800
ISO Sensitivity (min) 80
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Multi Pattern, Center Weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/2000 s
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC, PAL
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed), Memory Stick PROHG Duo, Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick Micro (Mark2), Micro SD, Micro SDHC, Micro SDXC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Resolution At Capture Speed 1920x1080@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4, XAVC S
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC LC, AC3, LPCM
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Voice Recording Yes
Lens System
Digital Zoom 120 x
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 24 - 720 mm
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) (photo Mode) 24 - 720 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 4.1 - 123 mm
Maximum Aperture Number 6.4
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 720 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Optical Zoom 30 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS Duo, MS Micro (M2), MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display TFT
Display Aspect Ratio 4:3
Display Diagonal 3
Display Diagonal (metric) 7.5 cm
Display Resolution (numeric) 921600 pixels
Flip-out Screen Yes
Viewfinder
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Screen Size 0.2 "
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Megapixel 18.2 MP
Sensor Type CMOS
Technical Details
Image Processor BIONZ X
Other Features
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 2
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 400 shots
Battery Life (max) 3.33 h
Battery Type NP-BX1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Cables Included USB
Wrist Strap Included Yes
Certificates
Certification CE
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 35.5 mm
Height 58.1 mm
Weight 209 g
Weight (including Battery) 236 g
Width 101.6 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4896x3264, 3648x2432, 2592x1728, 4896x3672, 3648x2736, 2592x1944, 4896x2752, 3648x2056, 1920x1080, 3664x3664, 2736x2736, 1920x1920, 7152x1080, 4912x1920, 4912x1080, 3424x1920, 11520x1080
Memory
Memory Slots 1