Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 Reviews: Digital Compact Camera

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Score 8.8/10 Read 118
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Ease of use	8.9
Image quality	8.6
Features	8.5
Build Quality	8.6
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	8.8

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Chris, Colchester Point & shoot

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: I'm not a camera pro but this ones much better than my old one. No more pictures of the back of peoples heads as they walk away a couple of minutes after I've pushed the button!!! Some good simple to use features. For you pros out there, better picture quality can be purchased but fine for my holiday pics.
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 22 Apr 2011

yvette, Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: this is a great little camera....very easy to use
Bad points:: does not come with a case

Ease of use	8.0
Image quality	7.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 21 Apr 2011

Gordon, Edinburgh Keen amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: very easy to use, stylish with great features and a great price
Bad points:: batteries supplied didn't last very long

Ease of use	8.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	8.0
Build Quality	8.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 20 Apr 2011

Claire, Jornchurch Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Simple to use, good sized viewing screen, automatic smile recognition, intelligent focus, good quality images
Bad points:: Case feels a little plasticky and not the most slimline on the market, batteries dont last long unless you use rechargable ones

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 20 Apr 2011

GandA, Wirral Point & shoot

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: easy setup
simple image transfer to computer
looks good
great price
Bad points:: none

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 19 Apr 2011

anthony , gloucester Point & shoot

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: my last camera was a vivitar 3.4. loading the disc information into my pc was difficult and took several attempts. it broke within a year, and picture quality on night shots was lacking. using the camera was fussy, not at all straight forward. now onto my sony cyber-shot 10.1.loading onto my pc was accomplished on the first attempt. downloading pictures onto my pc was a doddle. and picture quality is far superior. just using the camera is straight forward and uncomplicated. which it needs to be as i am not computer lierate. a strongly reccomended product.
Bad points:: non yet, yes one, no carry case included with camera.

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 18 Apr 2011

Confirmed purchaser Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Easy to use
Bad points:: none yet!

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	8.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 16 Apr 2011

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Product Features

Camera Type	Compact
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
Resolution (Megapixels)	10.1

Optical zoom ratio	3
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen size (Inches)	2.5
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital zoom ratio	2
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Type of image stabiliser	No
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Touchscreen	No
Touchscreen technology allows you to move and click things directly on the screen using your finger or a stylus pen.
3D	No

Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Colour	Silver
The main colour of the product.
Colour	Pink
The main colour of the product.
Media format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Video recorder	Yes
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Timer	Yes

Weight (g)	125
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	Yes
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/1
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/1
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Waterproof	No
If your camera is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Viewfinder	Yes
USB port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components.
Dimensions (mm)	97.6x61x27.2
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
RAW Format	No
GPS Receiver	No

In-built memory (Megabytes)	6

Release date	2010-01-29
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.
Height in mm	6.1

Width in mm	97.6

Depth in mm	2.7

Serial Shot Mode	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Autofocus	Yes
Changeable Lens	No
Highest focal length (Millimetres)	105

Lowest focal length (Millimetres)	35

Also known as: Sony Cybershot DSC-S2000, Cyber-shot DSC-S2000

Digital Cameras Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

S2000Digital compact camera
Compact and easy to use, with great image quality

10.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom, 6.2cm LCD, Smile Shutter, SteadyShot

Light, compact and great value
Large LCD screen
Simple, fuss-free shooting

Start here for great pictures

Its your perfect entry to the world of amazing images by Sony. Compact, great value and easy to use, with smart features like SteadyShot and Intelligent Auto for great results every time.

Upload the moment

Upload those memories to your favourite sharing sites on the web with a few mouse clicks. PMB Portable software inside the camera lets you select and transfer photos and video clips to any web-connected PC: its great if youre travelling and have a few minutes to drop into the nearest web caf.
Better looking pictures made easy

Not sure how to pick the perfect camera settings to suit a particular scene? Dont worry, help is at hand. Intelligent Auto (iAUTO) mode automatically adjusts exposure and other camera settings for optimum results in a wide range of shooting situations.
Beautiful portraits made simple

Now its easy to capture beautiful, smiling portraits of friends and family. Enhanced Face Detection automatically adjusts camera settings for clear, crisp results with natural skin tones. Smile Shutter fires the shutter automatically when your subject smiles to capture those happy moments.
Easy to use

Who wants to worry about buttons, menus and camera settings when youre trying to get a great picture? The large, clear LCD screen helps you pick the right settings with clear on-screen icons and simple menus. Its never been easier to get great results even if youre new to digital photography.
Small and light enough to take anywhere

Your camera fits easily into a pocket or bag. With less size and weight to carry, youre always ready to catch that special moment, wherever you are and whatever youre doing.

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Here’s a list of the questions other shoppers have asked owners of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000

Does it record videos?

Mirza asked on 31 Jul 2010
1. Yes it does - very simply.
  
  One small thing that looks like a problem - When you play the video back on your camera it does not include sound.
  
  Not a problem though because when you copy it to your PC the sounds is OK.
  
  David replied on 15 Oct 2010
does this camera captures movie with sound?

sam asked on 02 Aug 2010
1. Yes it does. But the sound is not heard in camera. U can hear it when you plug in your camera with your pc or laptop
  
  Vanjul replied on 07 Aug 2010
does it have flash light and also want to know about its memory

parvinder asked on 31 Aug 2010
1. Yes it has a built-in flash.
  
  With regard to memory, I already had a Pro Duo memory stick from a previous Sony camera so I put this. This works well and gives massive memory (1GB which is easily enough for me).
  
  The official write-up for the camera says that it has 6MB memory without an additional memory card.
  
  One word of warning about the camera.
  
  I bought the camera from Tesco Direct. It is a really nice camera. Small but good standard of pictures BUT about 6 weeks after I bought it, I started to have trouble with the LCD screen. It just stopped working.
  
  I could still take pictures but without the LCD screen I could not aim the camera or see what I was taking or review the picture after I took it. I just had to point and hope that I had got the subject in the picture.
  
  The problem is an intermittent one - sometimes the LCD is OK sometimes it is not working.
  
  I contacted Tesco Direct who says that they will replace.
  Fair enough BUT the camera is now out of stock and with no date for when it comes back into stock.
  
  So I am using it as it is and hoping for an eventual replacement from Tesco. No blame on Tesco here as they offered an alternative camera but, despite the problem with the LCD screen, I like the camera and want the same model.
  
  Hope this helps
  
  David replied on 01 Sep 2010
I just bought a Sony Cyber shot camera DSC-S2000. I can't figure out how to view images. I put in a card that I had used on my other camera which has existing pictures on it but they won't show up. The new pictures I take are no problem, I have figured out to look at them, just can't access the others.
I would appreciate some help, I tried calling Sony and couldn't get anyone.

Deloris asked on 02 Sep 2010
1. Sorry I don't know this either!
  
  Pamela replied on 08 Sep 2010
When I turn On my camera, it will display 'Turn on and off your camera again'...Why this note was display?

anna asked on 05 Sep 2010
1. Sorry I don't know not had this happened to me or I haven't noticed it - could try new batteries in case the existing ones are running low. Hope this helps.
  
  Cath replied on 09 May 2011
Hye...
Why my camera display 'Turn on and off your camera again'. It happen every time i turn on my camera.

anna asked on 05 Sep 2010
1. Need to b looked by a technician love, it's technical fault which we ourselves can't rectify .
  
  Mujtaba replied on 08 Nov 2010
how long this camera can record a video ?? and i hear about the flash is not good enough us that right ??

anyone please answer ... :) thanx

agung asked on 31 Oct 2010
1. Flash is quiet good n video recordin depends on memory space available on memory card , the memory u have in it the more you record :)
  
  Mujtaba replied on 08 Nov 2010
not very good picture qulaty. I tried both 10 mp and 5mp. picture looks grainy. any sugestions

corey asked on 02 Nov 2010
1. There r different picture modes option , try that aswell
  
  Mujtaba replied on 08 Nov 2010
How long do the 'AA' non rechargable batteries last/how often do you need to replace them?

Clare asked on 18 Nov 2010
1. Non rechargeable batteries don't last much time. I myself is using rechargeable 2050 maH batteries. So rechargeable would be preferred!
  
  Vanjul replied on 21 Nov 2010
I put a card in and cant even take a picture it says memory card lock. nothing happens when i try to take picture

jeanette asked on 14 Dec 2010
1. I'm not very technically minded - if this happened to me I would take out the memory card and re-load it. Hope this helps
  
  Cath replied on 09 May 2011
When i want to make a video, i watch it but there is no sound coming from it
also which way do i put the batteries in ?

sophie asked on 31 Jan 2011
1. I haven't used the video yet and the batteries go in the bottom of the camera there is a diagram
  
  Cath replied on 09 May 2011
what memory card is available for this camera, as I am thinking of purchasing one in near future?

Larry asked on 08 Feb 2011
1. I used a 4GB SD memory card which gives more than enough memory - hope this helps
  
  Cath replied on 09 May 2011

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