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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W170 Digital Camera

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(4.60 out of 5) from 7 reviews

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SONY W170: PSP Joy

(4.00 out of 5) by zenzenpup on Nov 23, 2009

Pros: Solid menus and settings - excellent macro photos - small, light and easy to use
Cons: Cannot find photo numbering reset - body finish too smooth - viewfinder meaningless

This camera is built solidly, works crisply and takes the kind of photos to be expected for this kin ...
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Sort of a clunker

(3.00 out of 5) by neelington on Nov 1, 2009

Pros: Battery life, features, quick shutter speed
Cons: pictures aren't good if you have anything else to compare it to.
The Bottom Line: Don't bother. Go with Fuji!! The photos with Fuji are amazing!!!!

I purchased Sony Cybershot basically because of its name. I'm a big believer in the Sony name ...
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Very happy with my second Sony camera

(5.00 out of 5) by pspark on Dec 4, 2008

Pros: Great photos, gobs of features, easy to use, long battery life.
Cons: Boxy and traditional exterior, some features deeply buried in sub-menus.
The Bottom Line: This is my second digital camera from Sony and I would recommend it for casual and hobbyist applications. It's a solid and dependable unit that doesn't overwhelm with cutesy quirks.

OpeningIf you go back to when I was a newly minted reviewer, you'll find the review of my first digi ...
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Amazing - another Sony Hit!

(5.00 out of 5) by docrwm on Nov 12, 2008

Pros: Loads of features, great photos, smile detection and priority can be set to kids
Cons: Poorer performance in low light
The Bottom Line: If you want a small camera that is both simple and flexible that takes great pics and movies - buy it.

This is the 6th Sony camera of camcorder that we've owned. My wife wanted a slim camera to carry in ...
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Great choice of a SMALL camera!

(5.00 out of 5) by momofejbs on Aug 6, 2008

Pros: Small, Night pictures, many different choices of types of pictures
Cons: Memory stick is not compatible with everything.
The Bottom Line: I would definitely recommend this camera to anyone especially moms who want a camera with them at all times! It fits easily into my purse or bag, and very sturdy!

I looked and looked for a small camera that would be easy to carry around with me at all times. I ha ...
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