Sony Cybershot DSCS730 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Digital Camera Trend in 2008

Technical Details

• 7.2-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.4-inch LCD display
• Smart Zoom feature; 5-point auto focus
• High Sensitivity (ISO 1250) mode
• 22 MB internal memory; capture images to Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo media

Manufacturer Description
User-friendly controls and highly-detailed photos are available at an incredible value in the Cyber-shot DSC-S730. The compact body features 7.2-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom lens, and a bright, 2.4-inch LCD screen for reviewing your photos with ease. The DSC-S730 rounds out the package with high ISO sensitivity that helps reduce blur when shooting indoors or at twilight, even without using the flash.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

Taking great pictures!, April 21, 2008

By	J3fer (Canada)

This is our latest in a loong series of digital cameras. The last two have been Nikons that I thought were pretty decent, but it turns out I've been missing a LOT. This Sony is a good size (I have small hands, though), with a bit of weight to it that convinces me it's more solidly made than some others out there. Our Nikons died because the LCD screens cracked under very little pressure - this one feels a bit more substantial, though I still won't be tossing it around.

But the best part about this camera is that it takes great pictures, right out of the box. The included AA batteries don't last long, but once we switched to rechargeables, there has been no issue. And choosing a camera that uses standard size-and-shape batteries was VERY important, since we do sometimes need to buy & use AA's when we're on the go.

It only includes 22mb of memory, which will only hold 8-10 pictures on the medium-quality mode, but I found a 4Gb card for not too much money that will hold over 1000 more. Just plan on adding the cost of memory to the camera purchase, because the built-in memory simply is not enough.

In general, I'm thrilled. With significantly less shutter delay, I can finally take the pictures I've been WANTING to take all along - spontaneous, cute, funny pictures of my kids in less-than-ideal conditions: low lighting, moving targets, etc (when are ANY kids ever in an ideal pose for more than a millisecond???).