Cyber-shot isSony's line ofpoint-and-shootdigital cameras introduced in 1996. Cyber-shot model names use a DSC prefix, which is an initialism for "Digital Still Camera". Many Cyber-shot models featureCarl Zeiss trademarked lenses, while others use Sony, or Sony G lenses.
All Cyber-shot cameras accept Sony's proprietaryMemory Stick orMemory Stick PRO Duo flash memory, except the DSC-MD1 which only acceptMiniDisc. Select models have also supportedCompactFlash. Current Cyber-shot cameras support Memory Stick PRO Duo,SD,SDHC, andSDXC. From 2006 to 2009,Sony Ericsson used the Cyber-shot brand in aline of mobile phones.
The current lineup consists of:[1][2]
Earlier lineup had the following models:
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Currently, W cameras use N-type batteries while most HX, WX and RX cameras use Type X batteries, with some exceptions - smaller cameras like the WX220 using Type N, larger like the RX10 the W-type battery. Types N and X are interchangeable though Type X has twice the capacity of Type N.
In the past, the W and T-series use Sony N-type batteries while most H-series use G-type batteries.
Some Cyber-shot models can take 3D stills by shooting two images using two different focus settings. The technology uses one lens only for the process, and users can later see the images on a3D TV or on a regular 2D screen. The cameras have been available since 2010.[3]
Some Cyber-Shot models such as theDSC-HX20V,DSC-HX90V,DSC-HX200V and theDSC-HX400V have a built-inGPS so the user can have their photos automatically geotagged as they are being taken. The feature can also serve as a compass as it shows the user's position on the camera screen.[4]
Tru Black is a technology developed by Sony which allows a better visualization of the screen, even when there is too much light. It enables LCD screens to automatically change the display contrast in order to enhance the controlling reflectance.[5] In other words, when light hits a display with Tru Black technology, the screen turns opaque as a means to improve the visualization of the content.
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All current Cyber-shot cameras are equipped with apanoramic technology branded as Sweep Panorama, which enables the user to capture wide format photographs using only one lens. The photos can be taken and displayed in 2D or 3D.
